Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

Most brands will use agentic AI in one-to-one interactions by 2028

By 2028, 60% of brands will use agentic AI to facilitate streamlined one-to-one interactions, according to Gartner. This transformation in marketing strategy will shift traditional channel-based approaches and usher in a new era of personalized, autonomous engagement....

Why SA is a hidden powerhouse for global executive search

South Africa is known for many things – mineral wealth, natural beauty, innovation, and sporting excellence. But, increasingly, it is also becoming recognised as a high-value hub for global executive search services. By Jeremy Bossenger, MD of BossJansen Executive...

KZN programme hits 100% employment

In a milestone moment for youth empowerment and job creation, 50 young people from KwaZulu-Natal have graduated from the province’s flagship KZN Job Creation Partnership Initiative with an unprecedented 100% employment placement rate. Every graduate has already...

NTT Data partners with Google Cloud

NTT Data has announced a global partnership with Google Cloud to drive industry-specific cloud and AI solutions. According to Gartner, worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services is forecast to reach $723-billion in 2025, up from $595,7-billion in 2024. The...

Absa adds Home Affairs services to banking app

Absa has joined the Department of Home Affairs initiative to bring Smart ID and Passport services to the Absa Banking App for the bank’s clients. The collaboration is an overhaul of the existing pilot project that has been in existence since 2016. Absa was part of the...

Take control with the SCAM framework

With cybercrime surging across Africa and sophisticated scams targeting everyone from job seekers to business executives, the need for fraud awareness has never been more critical. South Africa is amongst the most targeted countries on the continent when it comes to...

African Development Bank backs AI training for Agenda 2063

The African Development Bank is supporting a new artificial intelligence (AI) training initiative to advance the implementation of Africa’s continental development blueprint, Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want. Through its joint secretariat support office (JSSO), the...

Calls for investigation into cable dumping

South Africa’s key industries including mining, construction, solar and manufacturing are facing an escalating threat from the influx of substandard imported power cables, jeopardising safety, employment and the economic viability of the local cable manufacturing...

How chip research is shaping physical AI

AI and graphics research breakthroughs in neural rendering, 3D generation and world simulation power robotics, autonomous vehicles and content creation. Physical AI — the engine behind modern robotics, self-driving cars and smart spaces — relies on a mix of neural...

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FNB adds UPS systems to keep ATMs running

FNB has announced plans to improve the operational resilience of its ATM network across the country through installing uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in more than 1 000 standalone ATMs, allowing customers to access services even during power outages. The...

Are ESG-related expenses tax deductible?

The sustainability of economies and in turn, society, largely hinges on how well we adopt Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Given that naturally this comes at some cost, the tax deductibility of related expenses comes into focus. Cor Kraamwinkel, partner...

Talk to kids about internet safety

In a world where we are more connected than ever, it's important to ensure that the oldest members of the family right down to the youngest have the skills to stay safe online. Emmanuel Tzingakis, technical lead: sub-Saharan Africa at Trend Micro, shares tips and...

How tech can enhance the classroom

Technology in the classroom is inevitable. Our modern world relies on technology, and people should be literate and capable of digital technologies. At the same time, many of us are actively adopting technology because it is so beneficial. But these needs place our...

How edge computing and SASE can transform industries

Edge computing and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) are two technologies poised to revolutionise business operations across diverse industries. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at In2IT Technologies These innovations offer a multitude of advantages,...

Cultivate resilience to help manage life’s challenges

The unpredictable ebb and flow of life's challenges can unsettle even the strongest person. In a global survey (including 34 countries) conducted by Ipsos, stress was most prevalent in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, India, Mexico, Peru, Turkey and South Africa. By Dr...

Huawei launches Seeds for the Future 2023

Huawei launched it Seeds for the Future 2023 programme in Johannesburg yesterday. Seeds for the Future is Huawei's global CSR flagship ICT student training programme, running in South Africa since 2016 in partnership with the Department of Communications and Digital...

Quro Medical’s AI capability could be a lifesaver

Quro Medical's Hospital-at-Home (HaH) solution, which delivers hospital-level care to patients at home, has artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities built-in for enhanced patient care. The AI capabilities within the Quro HaH solution provide preliminary data that...

It’s this easy to charge your EV …

Audi South Africa has launched a national awareness campaign aimed at educating the public about electric vehicle (EV) charging, replacing regular charging points with a mini version of the brand's electric vehicle chargers in Bidvest Premier Lounges at Cape Town and...

4IR technology makes business sense for IM&E manufacturers

The pace of technology change keeps accelerating, not just in the manufacturing sector, but across industry sectors globally. By Johan du Toit, strategic sales executive for Syspro Africa Machines are faster, more powerful and more sophisticated than ever, and this...

Senior IT Operations Specialist – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Lead the charge in IT operations, where your technical expertise powers business continuity. Is this you? You're calm under pressure, analytical, and solutions-driven. Whether you're tackling network downtime or optimising infrastructure performance, you thrive on...

Software Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client, a South African company that provides a supply chain optimization platform for the fruit industry are on the look out for a Software Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Paarl, Western Cape. This role offers the chance to design, develop, and...

Sales and Application Specialist Laboratory Western Cape

CLIENT AND IDEAL CANDIDATEA well-known and well-established Medical Technology (Diagnostics, Equipment, Devices, Consumables) Distributor across well over 20 therapeutic focus areas. The Client is looking for a strong candidate with a solid Clinical background in...

Mid-Level Data Analyst (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, the UK's most awarded and fastest-growing next-gen Telco/VoIP provider for small businesses is looking for a mid-level Data Analyst to own dashboarding and analytics across the business. Must have strong SQL experience – able to write complex...

Software Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Paarl

Our client, a South African company that provides a supply chain optimization platform for the fruit industry are on the look out for a Software Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Paarl, Western Cape. This role offers the chance to design, develop, and...

Mid-Level Data Analyst (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, the UK's most awarded and fastest-growing next-gen Telco/VoIP provider for small businesses is looking for a mid-level Data Analyst to own dashboarding and analytics across the business. Must have strong SQL experience – able to write complex...

Junior Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client, a South African company that provides a supply chain optimization platform for the fruit industry are seeking a Junior Data Engineer to join our growing team based in Paarl, Western Cape. This is an exciting chance to work on real-world data projects in...

Full Stack Web Developer at IT Career Switch

About the Role Must be fluent in English We're looking for a Full Stack Web Developer who's confident working independently, someone who can design, build, and launch an entire website from the ground up.You'll be a one-person development team responsible for creating...

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