Transport costs keep millions away from work and education

As South Africans face sharply higher fuel prices from yesterday, new Ipsos research shows that transport affordability is already affecting access to work and education for a significant number of people. The nationally representative findings, from the Ipsos...

ID-based attacks rife as phishing, authentication abuse on the rise

Phishing accounted for more than half of cybersecurity incident response engagements in the second quarter of 2026, while authentication abuse was observed in 65% of engagements, according to the latest Incident Response Trends report from Cisco Talos. The findings...

Tech sales under the lash as consumers curb spending

South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is proving resilient so far in 2026, although retailers and brands in the tech and durables (T&D) sector are experiencing a number of challenges. This is according to NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa, which has...

Roman space telescope begins its quest to the dark universe

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has begun a three-month, million-mile journey to its final orbit where it is hoped it will reveal the universe’s darkest secrets. The mission launched at 7:26 AM EDT Sunday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch...

SA motorists turning to on-demand mechanics

Mirroring a global trend, South African motorists are increasingly bypassing traditional workshop queues and towing costs in favour of on-demand mechanics - with local digital platform Michanic reporting 40% growth in registered users over the past six months. The...

IBM uses AI to give fans The Masters experience of their lives

Golf fans around the world tuning into this year’s Masters are in for a treat – IBM and the Masters Tournament have announced new and enhanced digital fan features for the 90th edition of one of golf’s most iconic events. The watsonx AI-powered capabilities – the...

Nokia, fibertime roll out fibre to the townships

In collaboration with Nokia – and in line with its goal of connecting 2-million homes by 2028 - fibertime is expanding its fibre broadband access footprint to include an additional 400 000 homes located across South Africa’s underserved communities. As part of the...

Passengers are already digital … why isn’t travel?

Passengers are losing patience with time-consuming airport processes – they are living digital-first lives; they manage their finances, health, and mobility from their phones – but when it’s time to fly, they’re still asked to queue, print, and repeat. This year’s...

Gaia telescope captures the Milky Way’s great wave

The Milky Way galaxy never sits still: it rotates and wobbles. And now, data from the European Space Agency’s Gaia space telescope reveal that our galaxy also has a giant wave rippling outwards from its centre. We’ve known for about a hundred years that the galaxy’s...

Datatec expects increased earnings

Datatec has issued a trading statement for the six months ended 31 August 2025, alerting shareholders that earnings for the period will be substantially higher than last year. All divisions within the group have delivered very strong financial performances in H1 FY26...

Glencore transitions to renewable energy with Discovery Green

Discovery Green and Glencore have signed a 20-year renewable energy supply agreement which will see the replacement of the majority of the electricity consumption at four of Glencore’s major mining operations with renewable energy. Starting in 2027, Discovery Green...

BBI and Huawei boost SA connectivity

Broadband Infraco (BBI) and Huawei have launched an upgraded intelligent backbone network aimed at bringing high-capacity, affordable broadband to millions of South Africans. “We are bridging the digital divide on two fronts - closing the digital inequality gap at...

NTT Data, AWS to deliver AI-powered contact centre solutions

NTT Data has signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver AI-powered, industry-specific contact centre solutions built on Amazon Connect. As part of the agreement, NTT Data will launch Managed Customer Experience (MCX) for...

Lack of expertise dooms 95% of enterprise AI projects

A stark reality check awaits contact centre leaders pursuing AI transformation: while 95% of enterprise AI initiatives fail to reach production, the underlying cause isn't technological limitations - it's the critical shortage of expertise needed to execute...

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NEC XON, MTN launch 400G optical transponder

MTN Group and NEC XON have successfully deployed Africa's first 400G optical transponder solution, Phoenix. Phoenix is part of the Telecom Infra Project's (TIP) Open Optical and Packet Transport (OOPT) project group, a collaborative effort involving multiple telecom...

CCM platforms can reshape customer experiences for banks and insurers

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AI revolution will also be a trust revolution

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Don’t be tempted by new trends too soon

The saying "The more things change, the more they stay the same" might apply to many things, but when it comes to technology solutions for business, this adage definitely does not apply. The world of digital technology, specifically the tools available for data driven...

Addressing skills shortages in the supply chain industry

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How payment technology has created opportunities

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Redefining security in the age of cyberthreats

Cybercrime remains one of the most persistent challenges facing the modern business. In September 2023 there were seventy-one incidents and 3 808 687 191 compromised records. Globally, the total number of breached records for 2023 is currently sitting at more than...

Growing demand for skilled IT professionals

South Africa's tech industry is thriving thanks to technology advancements and the adoption of digital solutions by businesses. By Amy Scriven, recruitment manager at EQPlus This has led to an increased demand for skilled professionals in software development, data...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our international 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 (in SA) many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their...

Level 1 &2 Support Engineer

Purpose:The L1 and L2 Engineer will provide comprehensive operational support and maintenance in LAN, WAN, Security and UC environment.Key Requirements:Certification levels for DIRCO onsite support engineer as supporting documentationMinimum 5 years post-certification...

Senior Service Desk Engineer at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Full Stack Developer (JavaScript / TypeScript) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client has grown steadily since the 1990's without ever retrenching anyone. They hire for attitude and train for skill. Most staff have been there for over 10 years. Flexi-time, generous bonuses and the opportunity to learn and continuously evolve...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Level 1 &2 Support Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria

Purpose:The L1 and L2 Engineer will provide comprehensive operational support and maintenance in LAN, WAN, Security and UC environment.Key Requirements:Certification levels for DIRCO onsite support engineer as supporting documentationMinimum 5 years post-certification...

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