NTT Data and Cursor in strategic alliance
Looking to strengthen its engineering and delivery model, NTT Data has announced a strategic partnership with Cursor - one of the world’s leading multi-model platforms and which was recently acquired by SpaceX. The collaboration marks a strategic advancement in NTT...
Scammers as keyed up as players for this World Cup
The soccer World Cup 2026 kicked off on June 11 and alongside it the number of scammers attempting to exploit fan excitement has also increased, says Kaspersky, noting that at least 336 unique domains mimicking official World Cup resources have been detected. In...
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...
Banking leaders see AI agents as greatest threat
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the fraud landscape, and South African banking leaders appear among the most concerned globally. In a new survey of 1 440 fraud management, anti-money laundering (AML), and risk and compliance leaders across 25...
OpenAI, Anthropic, SpaceX face the real test after IPOs
OpenAI has joined AI rivals Anthropic and SpaceX in filing for an initial public offering (IPO) to tap public markets to pursue ambitious plans, having confidentially filed paperwork for a US stock market listing. But the real challenges will start after the cash is...
SME confidence rebounds
Nearly half (46,5%) of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) surveyed in the latest SME Confidence Index by Business Partners Limited indicated that seasonal trading had no significant impact on their business performance, with a further 8,1% reporting a negative...
NASA marches toward Artemis III mission in 2027
NASA has announced the four prime crew members and a backup for the Artemis III test flight. The mission will undertake a series of challenging tests in Earth orbit in 2027, essential for Artemis IV, the first planned crewed mission to the lunar South Pole in 2028....
Cybercriminals are already targeting the World Cup
Starting tomorrow (June 11), the FIFA World Cup 2026 will unite fans, teams, sponsors, broadcasters, hospitality providers, and businesses in one of the world’s largest sporting events. It also presents a significant opportunity for cybercriminals. Major international...
SMEs shift from survival to disciplined growth in 2026
South African SMEs are entering a new phase of measured optimism, balancing improving local conditions with ongoing global uncertainty. This is according to Lula’s latest SME Pulse Report, which points to improving affordability and operating conditions, alongside a...
Gamblers say they’re in control. The data suggests otherwise
A new national study conducted by local research technology company Yazi has revealed concerning insights into the realities of online gambling in South Africa, uncovering a pattern of financial sacrifice, informal borrowing and loss-chasing behaviour that often sits...
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Women are driving SA’s digital inclusion charge
M-KOPA South Africa has published its inaugural South Africa Impact Report, which shows that women are playing a leading role in the country's digital inclusion, both as first-time smartphone users and as income earners within the company's growing agent network....
The future of PC security is multi-layered and managed
Twenty years ago, enterprise security was straightforward in that enterprise devices never left the premises. By Werner Joubert, commercial SYS business director (South Africa & SADC) at ASUS Perimeter security proved sufficient as business networks were...
Vertiv AI Innovation Roadshow returns to Africa as virtual event
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Debunking AI myths: What SA businesses need in 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from experiment to expectation in South African boardrooms, writes Senzo Mbhele, MD of Cloud On Demand. In many of the conversations I have, the question is no longer whether AI matters, rather the question is how to approach it...
From AI ambition to AI readiness: What boards should test in 2026
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Enterprise software support is a boardroom issue, not a procurement decision
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Secure multicloud environments enable compliance, resilience and competitiveness
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Why most C-suite appointments fail, and what boards can do better
In boardrooms across South Africa and globally, executive appointments are among the most consequential decisions a company will make. Yet, despite the level of scrutiny and process involved, a significant number of senior hires fail to deliver on expectations within...
Cisco reimagines security for the agentic workforce
Cisco has announced significant security innovations designed for the agentic AI ecosystem, where software no longer just answers questions - it acts. At RSA Conference 2026, Cisco introduced solutions to address AI security issues and remove a top barrier to agent...
The suite spot: a practical guide to business AI agents
AI agents have moved from sci-fi to C-suite. From managing customer support workflows to orchestrating complex supply chains, agentic AI is redefining how businesses operate, respond, and grow. By Nazia Pillay, MD: southern Africa at SAP These intelligent digital...
Senior Analyst Developer – Gauteng Pretoria West
The scope will include but will not be limited to: a) Business Analysis - Engage with the Business Analyst and Business for the system and ensure complete understanding of the business objectives, drivers, functions, structures, detailed workflows and information...
Software Engineer (.NET | AWS | Python | Snowflake) – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading technology-driven organisation is expanding its engineering capability and is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of scalable enterprise solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on...
Informatica Developer
Qualifications Typically 5–8+ years of relevant ETL/Informatica development experience. Strong hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter and Informatica IICS. Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server and Teradata....
Informatica Developer – Remote Remote
Qualifications Typically 5–8+ years of relevant ETL/Informatica development experience. Strong hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter and Informatica IICS. Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server and Teradata....
Senior Backend Software Developer (Node.js/JavaScript/TypeScript) (PTA)
ENVIRONMENT:A growing South African ICT solutions business, specialising in technology services for the Retail and Healthcare sectors, is seeking a Senior Backend Software Developer to join its Pretoria-based development team. The company builds and supports...
Senior Backend Software Developer (Node.js/JavaScript/TypeScript) (PTA) – Gauteng Arcadia
ENVIRONMENT:A growing South African ICT solutions business, specialising in technology services for the Retail and Healthcare sectors, is seeking a Senior Backend Software Developer to join its Pretoria-based development team. The company builds and supports...
Senior SQL Developer (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop, implement, and maintain all application systems and associated technologies, with a strong focus on SQL database development as the next Senior SQL Developer wanted by a cutting-edge FinTech company. You will be responsible for ensuring...
Senior SQL Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop, implement, and maintain all application systems and associated technologies, with a strong focus on SQL database development as the next Senior SQL Developer wanted by a cutting-edge FinTech company. You will be responsible for ensuring...
Infrastructure Architect
The purpose of a cloud infrastructure role is to design, implement, and maintain the cloud infrastructure of an organization. Cloud infrastructure refers to the hardware and software components such as servers, storage, networks, and virtualization software that are...
Infrastructure Architect – Gauteng Braamfontein
The purpose of a cloud infrastructure role is to design, implement, and maintain the cloud infrastructure of an organization. Cloud infrastructure refers to the hardware and software components such as servers, storage, networks, and virtualization software that are...
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