Memory and SDD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Geopolitics threatens positive economic trends

Supported by the same factors that lifted the South African economy last year, economic activity increased in March 2026. However, this does not signal an economy out of the woods, as escalating geopolitical tensions threaten forecasts. This is according to the latest...

Socioeconomic background continues to shape workplace belonging

Employees from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds experience a low level of workplace inclusion - even as their career advances and they rise through the ranks to senior leadership. And this holds true across industries, job types, and regions, according to a...

Tech, talent and trust will redefine the workplace

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when, and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and...

ChatGPT-mimicking cyberthreats surge

In 2025, nearly 8 500 users from small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) around the world faced cyberattacks where malicious or unwanted software was disguised as popular online productivity tools, according to Kaspersky. Based on the unique malicious and unwanted...

Developing countries face record-high public debt burdens

Global public debt rose to $102-trillion in 2024 – with developing countries accounting for nearly one third of that amount – $31-trillion – and paying a record $921-billion in interest which strains budgets and puts vital public services at risk. In the latest...

Property sales point to business confidence ‘stutter’

Business confidence among commercial property brokers declined in the second quarter of 2025 of 2025, reversing the upward trend observed in previous quarters. This is one of the findings from The FNB Commercial Property Broker Survey, which assesses a sample of...

SA team selected for 2025 International Olympiad in Informatics

The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has named the team that will represent South Africa at this year’s International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) in Sucre, Bolivia next month. The IOI is described as the world’s most...

Governments drive growth in satellite Internet market

The global satellite Internet market is expected to reach $22,6-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, growing at a CAGR of 13,9% from 2025 to 2030. Satellite Internet is a wireless network that provides access to satellite dishes both in...

Vodacom calls for 2026 Early Careers applications

Vodacom is inviting applications for the 2026 intake to its Early Careers programmes, which aim to develop talent in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and offer meaningful employment and education opportunities. “With digital technology reshaping...

How Intel and HP engineered next-gen AI PCs

AI PCs are a new class of laptops designed to deliver AI-enhanced experiences — from productivity to creativity — that adapt to users’ needs and enhance people’s lives. For HP’s Intel-based AI PCs, Intel contributed more than just hardware like its Intel Core Ultra...

AI deployment study uncovers surprising trends

Kathy Gibson reports - While artificial intelligence (AI) is being integrated into most types of work, there are signs it might be flagging. This is among the headline findings from BCG X’s AI at Work report, which uncovered some unexpected trends as companies start...

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Nokia talks about the power of n

At Gitex Technology Week 2023, Nokia's Network Infrastructure (NI) is demonstrating how disruptive network technologies for infrastructure are pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability to open up new opportunities for the telecom industry. The global B2B...

Shumani opens Cape Town office

Shumani Industrial Equipment has officially launched its Cape Town regional office, under the management of Cray van Staden. "With his deep understanding of the industry, having van Staden onboard will significantly benefit our organisation," comments Shumani MD...

Belva Digital partners with Infobip

Belva Digital, a marketing technology company based in Kenya has expanded and enhanced its product portfolio through its participation in the Infobip Partner Connect Programme, which has enabled it to widen its customer network. While Belva Digital had the...

Navigating cybersecurity challenges in transport and logistics

The African transport and logistics sector is a rapid adopter of industrial automation, embracing technologies such as the internet of things (IoT) and operational technologies (OT) to enhance efficiency. However, cautions Ben de Klerk, Eastern Cape branch manager at...

How to benefit from AI-driven cybersecurity

South Africa leads the rest of Africa when it comes to cybercrime. In 2022, 230-million threats were detected in the country, well exceeding Morocco in second place with 71-million threats. By Steven Kenny, architect and engineering program manager: EMEA at Axis...

The complexity of data sovereignty in a multi-polar world

The importance of data sovereignty and security creates complexity in a world where sharing such information across borders generates huge social and economic benefits, writes Andrew Cruise, MD of Routed. It is clear that in the digital age, data sovereignty is...

Ericsson opens regional 5G Core Excellence Centre

Ericsson has announced the opening of a 5G Core (5GC) Excellence Centre serving the Middle East and Africa region. Through interactive demonstrations and use cases that exemplify the real-world applications of 5G technology, Ericsson will leverage the Excellence...

EcoFlow unveils solar energy solutions

EcoFlow has unveiled three new devices for the Middle East region at Gitex Global, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre. The solutions are EcoFlow RIVER 2 PRO, DELTA 2 and WAVE 2. EcoFlow's RIVER 2 PRO makes grab-and-go power easy through recharging...

How Google Health is using AI in Africa

Every day across Africa, people turn to Google products like Search, YouTube and Fitbit for insights about their health and wellbeing. But many may not know that we have also been researching how AI can help improve healthcare outcomes for people, and how AI can...

Common Bitcoin scams and how to avoid them

As long as new technology is introduced into the world, fraudsters will continue to search for a place to thrive. Unfortunately, Bitcoin gives cryptocurrency scammers an interesting opportunity as it's a borderless digital currency. By Hanness Wessels GM of southern...

Junior – Mid Frontend Developer (React) (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE visually appealing and seamless user interfaces as the next Junior – Mid Frontend Developer sought by a cutting-edge FinTech platform. Working closely with Senior Developers, Designers, and Product Managers, you will help implement clean,...

C# Node.js Developer (Centurion)

Key performance areasAs a Senior Web Developer, your primary responsibility is to shape the core architecture and functionality of applications. You will focus on designing and implementing robust server-side logic using NodeJS and .NET Core (C#), ensuring the...

C# Node.js Developer (Centurion) – Gauteng Pretoria

Key performance areasAs a Senior Web Developer, your primary responsibility is to shape the core architecture and functionality of applications. You will focus on designing and implementing robust server-side logic using NodeJS and .NET Core (C#), ensuring the...

Project Manager (Data & Analytics) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

Java Developer (Senior) 0925 TT

Develop and maintain backend platforms and applications.Review and present proposed system solutions to IT and business stakeholders.Design and implement systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Gather and analyse requirements from end...

Sales and Application Specialist – Xray

Well known and leading medical supplier requires a Sales and Application Specialist for the Ultrasound Division based in Cape Town. Qualified Sonographer or a qualified Radiographer will be considered for an individual who is willing to train in Ultrasound.A Grade 12...

Sales and Application Specialist – Xray – Western Cape Cape Town

Well known and leading medical supplier requires a Sales and Application Specialist for the Ultrasound Division based in Cape Town. Qualified Sonographer or a qualified Radiographer will be considered for an individual who is willing to train in Ultrasound.A Grade 12...

Test Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking a Senior Test Analyst to play a key role in a global Zero Trust Initiative. This opportunity offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, ensure world-class quality and security across platforms, and...

Embedded Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop and implement algorithms in C/C++ and MATLAB, contributing to high-performance radar products within an international team. Key Requirements Strong embedded software development in C and C++Algorithm...

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