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....
AMD and partners share AI vision
At CES 2026, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su detailed in the show’s opening keynote how the company’s extensive portfolio of AI products and deep cross-industry collaborations are turning the promise of AI into real-world impact. The keynote showcased major advancements...
Cyberattack probably took out Caracas power
A cyberattack most likely resulted in the lights of Caracas going off as the US executed strikes in the Venezuelan capital on Saturday (3 January). US president Donald Trump basically said as much in a press conference following the action, saying US Cyber Command was...
As AI transforms entrepreneurship, more support will be crucial
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how entrepreneurs in developing countries start, manage and grow their businesses, a new publication from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights. Micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and...
Capital discipline, AI scale-up and tariff-driven rebalancing set the agenda for 2026
Corporate strategy in 2025 reached a clear inflection point as companies shifted from expansion-led playbooks to a defensibility-first approach, prioritising resilience, execution, and policy-aware capital allocation, according to GlobalData. Analysis from the...
Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU expands desktop memory options
The Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU is now generally available, bringing robust agentic and generative AI capabilities powered by the Nvidia Blackwell architecture to more desktops and professionals. The new GPU configuration offers AI developers, data...
Users embrace a more secure digital life
Around the world, more people are taking control of their digital security. A recent Kaspersky study shows that cybersecurity solutions have become increasingly popular, with the number of users globally exceeding 90% among surveyed participants in 2025. This...
Apple to drive big growth in foldable smartphones
Worldwide foldable smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 10% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 20,6-million units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The new foldable iPhone from Apple, alongside Samsung’s...
IBM and Pearson collaborate on AI-powered learning tools
IBM and Pearson have announced a global partnership to build new personalised learning products powered by AI for businesses, public organisations and educational institutions. Recent research from Pearson found that inefficient career transitions and skills...
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AI is driving data centres to the edge
The data centre has become the cornerstone that links our digitally interconnected world. At the same time, the rapid growth and application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is shaping the design and operation of data centres. By Ben Selier,...
Conferences examine Africa’s potential
Africa's doors are open for business, with huge untapped potential across its vast markets. The procurement and supply chain professions have a pivotal role to play in Africa's growth and success as they can drive collaboration, partnerships and cross-border trade,...
Ricoh positioned in 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services
Ricoh has been positioned by Gartner in its 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services (ODWS) report. This is the fourth consecutive year that Ricoh has been recognised by Gartner in the ODWS market. Gartner defines the ODWS market as the...
New ISO certifications vital for providing a mature service offering
Datacentrix has achieved several information security and privacy management, quality management, and occupational health and safety certifications from the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO). "I am pleased to announce our recent achievement of...
In the AI era, SA must choose a regulatory path
As South Africa steps into the world of artificial intelligence (AI), there's a concerted effort by our government and several bodies within the ICT sector, to strike a balance between embracing the potential of AI and ensuring responsible practices. By Ayavuya Jack,...
Financial sector must comply with new IT risk regulations
South Africa's financial services companies, including insurers, have until 15 November 2024 to comply with the requirements of the new Joint Standard for IT Governance and Risk Management, issued by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority and the Prudential Authority....
The digital tightrope walk for business and human rights
AI offers unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation but also presents significant challenges and risks, especially concerning human rights and corporate governance, write Pooja Dela-Cron, partner, and Paula-Ann Novotny, senior associate from Webber...
Be proactive to protect against payment fraud
Amid a spate of high-profile payment fraud cases in South Africa, the need for robust fraud payment prevention measures has never been more apparent, says Ryan Mer, CEO of eftsure Africa. In April 2023, three former bank employees received jail sentences of 15 years...
Do global e-commerce platforms herald a boom for SA SMEs?
The news that Amazon is eyeing the South African market is sparking predictions that a new online future is almost upon us, and the established local e-shopping scene will never be the same. The beneficiaries of a more competitive local scene are expected to be...
How to manage data governance in the era of AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integral to business operations, data governance is important to ensure the ethical and effective use of the technology. Petrus Keyter, data governance consultant, and Willem Conradie, chief technology officer of...
Credit Facilitator (Team Lead)
Career Opportunity: Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) Job Title: Credit Facilitator Location: Johannesburg North (Onsite) Contract Type: Full-time Reports To: Credit Manager Salary: Up to R32,000 CTC (Dependent on experience and qualifications)Are you a seasoned Credit...
SQL Developer
SQL DeveloperBuild and optimise high-performance data systems for large-scale retail and distribution environmentsRemote | Open to candidates outside South Africa | Salary: R45 000 - R55 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology company delivering...
Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Career Opportunity: Credit Facilitator (Team Lead) Job Title: Credit Facilitator Location: Johannesburg North (Onsite) Contract Type: Full-time Reports To: Credit Manager Salary: Up to R32,000 CTC (Dependent on experience and qualifications)Are you a seasoned Credit...
SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
SQL DeveloperBuild and optimise high-performance data systems for large-scale retail and distribution environmentsRemote | Open to candidates outside South Africa | Salary: R45 000 - R55 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology company delivering...
Network Administrator
Establish network specifications by conferring with users, analysing workflow, access, information, and security requirements Day to day administration of Cisco, Fortinet firewalls, switches and routers, including interface configuration and routing protocols Day to...
Information Security Manager
Job Description:The Information Security Manager will lead our client's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the...
Network Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria
Establish network specifications by conferring with users, analysing workflow, access, information, and security requirements Day to day administration of Cisco, Fortinet firewalls, switches and routers, including interface configuration and routing protocols Day to...
Information Security Manager – Remote Remote
Job Description:The Information Security Manager will lead our client's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the...
Machine Learning Engineer
Machine Learning EngineerBuild and deploy scalable machine learning solutions in a cloud-native environmentJohannesburg (Hybrid) | R60 000 - R70 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a data-focused organisation developing advanced machine learning solutions at...
Senior Business Analyst
Job Objectives:Capture the As-Is landscape of the current processes.Capturing To-Be process.Gap analysis.Impact assessments.Context diagrams.System Interaction diagrams.Conduct research, design, and other exploration activities.Estimating the size and complexity of...
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