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...
Talent paradox as AI integration and skills scarcity converge
The latest Mercer Global Talent Trends (GTT) 2026 report, surveying 500 employees and 50 C-suite executives in South Africa, reveals a workforce at a critical juncture - with AI viewed as the primary driver of productivity, and a widening skills gap threatening...
IBM launches new defence-focused AI model
IBM has announced the general availability of the IBM Defense Model, a purpose-built AI model designed to deliver reliable intelligence for defence and national security. Developed together with Janes, a leading provider of open-source defence intelligence, the IBM...
Manufacturing pressure drives October PMI lower
The seasonally adjusted PMI declined by 1.6 points to 49.2 in October, reversing the gain seen in September when the index reached 50.8. The latest reading suggests that the manufacturing sector remains under pressure, with respondents pointing to subdued domestic...
AI’s growing demand for resources is unsustainable
A new white paper from NTT Data highlights the urgent need to embed sustainability into every layer of AI development and deployment to counteract the technology’s environmental impact. Deploying innovative solutions for sustainable AI is a corporate responsibility...
Despite global pressures, SME confidence gets a boost
South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are cautiously optimistic that the newly established Madlanga Commission will mark a turning point in the fight against corruption and crime – long seen as one of the greatest barriers to doing business in the country....
Nvidia connects quantum and GPU computing
Nvidia has launched NVQLink - an open system architecture for tightly coupling the extreme performance of GPU computing with quantum processors to build accelerated quantum supercomputers. Researchers from leading supercomputing centres at national laboratories...
King V: New governance Code to navigate an increasingly complex landscape
A new iteration of South Africa’s internationally acclaimed King Codes on Corporate Governance – King V – has been released, replacing King IV in its entirety. It will take effect for financial years starting on or after 1 January 2026, with earlier adoption being...
Are AI and robotics about to stall in manufacturing?
Nearly half of organisations lack confidence in their manufacturing strategy to deliver on business outcomes over the next three years, according to a new survey from Gartner. The survey found that two-thirds of organisations are not pursuing the needed aggressive...
Another month of growth for African air cargo
Data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) released for September 2025 global air cargo markets shows that total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2,9% compared to September 2024 levels (+3.2% for international operations)....
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Emerging financial services opportunities for African telcos
The growing role of telco Africa remains a hotbed of mobile innovation. Telco operators across the continent are stepping in to fill gaps left by lower levels of development in key areas, including banking and financial services. By Robert van Breukelen, chief...
The role of technology in mining safety and environmental protection
Modern mining practices routinely integrate technology into workflows to improve operational efficiencies, write Kate Collier and Garyn Rapson, partners at Webber Wentzel. While competitiveness is a compelling reason for innovation, technology development and the use...
Everything.Insure debuts digital commercial insurance marketplace
Everything.Insure has become what it believes to be the world's first platform to offer a commercial insurance marketplace online, enabling businesses to obtain multiple quotes within minutes and streamlining the process of getting cover. The digital platform caters...
iKhokha surpasses R2bn in working capital disbursements to SMEs
iKhokha, the KZN-based fintech that recently picked up the MTN Financial App of the Year Award, has disbursed more than R2-billion in working capital to its SME customer base, in partnership with Retail Capital, now a division of TymeBank. "In a tough South African...
CMC Networks Partners with Cerba Lancet Africa
CMC Networks has partnered with Cerba Lancet Africa, the leading force in local clinical pathology and medical diagnosis in Africa, to boost healthcare across the continent. The partnership supports digital health innovation with a combination of solutions spanning...
Energy storage vital for African economic development
During the Solar Power Africa conference, which took place in Cape Town this week, one of the overarching themes was the role solar storage solutions have to play in driving economic development across Africa. In a sub-forum at the event, Huawei underlined the growing...
A new approach to connectivity is needed
To reap the potential benefits of a cloud-centric framework, organisations both large and small have rushed to the hyperscalers and adopted a cloud-first strategy to digitise their operations. They've built at pace - moving more applications to the cloud and closing...
How to leverage tech for customer experience in 2024
Customer experience has fundamentally changed. In fact, today it is in a state of constant evolution alongside the development of technologies such as generative AI, automation and personalised computing. Technology is shifting the way businesses facilitate the...
Could speed dating for talent be the new recruitment super tool?
Finding the right candidate for a position is vital but can be a time-consuming process, particularly when faced with several applications, as is common in graduate recruitment programmes. By Zanele Lecage, IT recruitment consultant at Altron Karabina Much like...
How to take a mine’s logistics chain from good to great
With the South African economy heavily reliant on commodities and an energy crisis in Europe, thousands of mineral-laden trucks make daily runs to the country's ports. By Justin Coetzee, CEO of GoMetro Commodity traders need to know where their ore is, fleet managers...
Senior SAP Functional Analyst (Forecasting & Replenishment) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The Functional Analyst role is to ensure that the ERP system is maintained and operates according to business requirements. They are primarily responsible for determining thesystem needs of business and translating this into a functional specification. They are...
Senior IT Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The purpose of the IT Project Manager III role is to ensure the efficient and effective management and delivery of multiple, cross-functional, global and large-scale IT projects, from inception to completion, that provide demonstrable value in line with Shoprite's...
Senior SAP Functional Analyst (Forecasting & Replenishment) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
The Functional Analyst role is to ensure that the ERP system is maintained and operates according to business requirements. They are primarily responsible for determining thesystem needs of business and translating this into a functional specification. They are...
Senior IT Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
The purpose of the IT Project Manager III role is to ensure the efficient and effective management and delivery of multiple, cross-functional, global and large-scale IT projects, from inception to completion, that provide demonstrable value in line with Shoprite's...
Senior Full Stack Developer at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Strong Intermediate who wants to move into a Senior role) who combines strong hands-on development skills. You'll help shape architecture, guide technology choices, mentor developers, and work closely with clients to...
Scrum Master LW
Empowering software development teams to apply the Scrum framework and achieve higher levels of Scrum maturity and flow.Stand-ups - Facilitate daily stand-ups.Iteration/sprint planning meetings – Protect the team from over-committing and scope creep. Aid in estimation...
Senior Full Stack Developer at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Strong Intermediate who wants to move into a Senior role) who combines strong hands-on development skills. You'll help shape architecture, guide technology choices, mentor developers, and work closely with clients to...
Scrum Master LW – Gauteng Pretoria
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PowerBI Data Analyst
Ready to take your IT career to the next level? A top-tier fast growing manufacturing company in Alberton is on the hunt for a PowerBI Data Analyst who is ready to dive into real-time problem solving and data-driven innovation!Core responsibilities of the position...
Technology / Systems Enterprise Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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