Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

WhatsApp groups can become serious cyber-risk zones

Despite their popularity among employees, informal messaging platforms pose significant risks to organisations’ cybersecurity. The 2025 KnowBe4 Africa Annual Cybersecurity survey found that 93% of African respondents use WhatsApp for work communications, surpassing...

UK unveils Isambard-AI supercomputer

The UK has officially joined the premier league of global AI infrastructure — and it’s not starting small. Isambard-AI, the most powerful supercomputer to be built in the UK, is housed at the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing (BriCS). “And as we press this switch to...

Physicists tap Webb Telescope to track city-killer asteroid

Asteroids were responsible for extinction events hundreds of millions of years ago on Earth, providing no shortage of doomsday film plots for Hollywood. But researchers focused on asteroid tracking are on a mission to locate them for today’s real-world concerns:...

GenAI, data-driven decisioning are key competitive advantages

Experian’s latest research report investigates different perspectives from senior decision-makers in four key areas: strategic priorities, data and analytics, technology, and risk. Conducted by Forrester Consulting, the research surveyed 1320 Financial Services and...

Supply chain organisations not ready for the future

Just 29% of supply chain organisations have developed at least three of the key five competitive characteristics needed for future readiness, according to a survey by Gartner. These characteristics will be needed for chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) to manage the...

SA employers, school leavers paint a gloomy picture

Only around one-fifth (21%) of employers in South Africa feel optimistic about the future of the African economy, ranking the lowest any country polled. This is among the findings of the ALU 2025 Africa Workforce Readiness Survey, published by the African Leadership...

Africa’s economy shows signs of strengthening

Africa’s economic performance is showing signs of improvement but remains vulnerable to global shocks, according to the 2025 Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook (MEO) report from the African Development Bank. The report, unveiled on the sidelines of the 38th...

MTN Partners with the Eastern Cape SAPS

MTN has announced a strategic partnership with the Eastern Cape Provincial Police Board and Eastern Cape Community Police Forum (CPF) to protect critical network infrastructure which has seen an average of 71 vandalism incidents over the past six months. The...

Quality management software market set to hit $20,66bn

The global quality management software market size is projected to reach $20,66-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 10,6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. This growth can be attributed to various factors such as controlling...

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Trust essential to the future of digital money

The rapid adoption of new payment technologies such as contactless and ecommerce has changed spending both online and offline. However, it has also led to a rise in fraud and cybercriminal activity, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to building and...

Applications for conversational AI within the organisation

OpenAI was established in 2015 and DeepMind in 2010. Both companies have been singularly focused on the potential and power of artificial intelligence (AI) and garnered significant media and consumer interest. Chris Wiggett, head of data and analytics at Dimension...

The pros and cons of storing data in the cloud

Storing data in the cloud is generally smart, and many organisations are already doing so, often without realising it. Enormous amounts of information reside in cloud-powered services such as Office365, Google Workspace, Dropbox, OneDrive, Slack. And, if a business...

The transformative effect of AI and ML

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is revolutionising the world of advanced analytics for financial services and telecoms providers. These sophisticated technologies can be used for multiple purposes, benefiting both companies and...

How AI can help SMB retailers compete

The global artificial intelligence (AI) market is expected to top $300-billion by 2026, with retail and banking expected to be the two major sectors driving growth. With the technology maturing so fast, small and medium retailers should be looking at how they can use...

Nearshore IT outsourcing offers benefits

Outsourcing IT services offshore offers businesses several benefits, including cost savings by taking advantage of lower labour costs in some countries, access to specialised expertise, scalability of IT services, and time zone advantages that can offer 24/7 IT...

SARS’ new process for emigration and foreign investment allowance

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) introduced the new Approval for International Transfer (AIT) process on 24 April 2023, which heralds a significant change in the disclosure requirements for South Africans taking money abroad. The AIT process applies to both...

A better way to prioritise vulnerability management

Digital transformation offers enormous benefits, but equally increases the security threats faced. Continuous Threat Exposure Management, first coined by Gartner, is one of the most effective methods to combat these, writes Patrick Evans, CEO at SLVA CyberSecurity....

We need to work together to solve youth unemployment

So goes the well-known African proverb, "If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far, go together". For years the race to solve youth unemployment can be characterised as one that has been rushed with little preparation for the journey and a vague idea of...

Ensure information security in the cloud age

Every business today needs to manage, retain and secure an exponentially growing volume of data. And in an age where the cloud and connected devices allow people to connect with each other and business resources - data, documents, databases, networks and systems -...

API Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...

Senior ABAP Developers

Our client is looking for 4x Senior ABAP Developers with expertise in S/4HANA and ECC for a hybrid role based in Pretoria. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]ABAP CodeSAP CertifiedProject LifecycleSAP Modules &...

Data Scientist at NRF National Research Foundation – Gauteng Colbyn

Postion Summary: uLwazi (meaning ‘knowledge') Node is one of the seven nodes of the South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON). The Node was established in 2018 to support data management and the development of information platforms and decision-support...

Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client: Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior ABAP Developers – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client is looking for 4x Senior ABAP Developers with expertise in S/4HANA and ECC for a hybrid role based in Pretoria. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]ABAP CodeSAP CertifiedProject LifecycleSAP Modules &...

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