Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

Nvidia Drive Hyperion aims to power a robotaxi-ready world

Nvidia has announced a major expansion of the Nvidia Drive Hyperion robotaxi-ready platform ecosystem, bringing together leading global automakers, manufacturing and autonomous vehicle (AV) software ecosystem partners along with ride-hailing mobility providers to...

1 000x improvement with Microsoft’s new quantum chip

Microsoft today unveiled Majorana 2, its newest topological quantum chip featuring a next-generation materials stack and qubits that are 1 000 times more reliable than their predecessors. With this progress, the team now expects to achieve a scalable quantum computer...

Turning screen time into growth time

In a world of mindless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, a young South African entrepreneur is offering an alternative - 20-year-old Muako Maepa has built IQ, a fresh take on quiz gaming that turns the habit of quick digital engagement into something purposeful...

IBM extends enterprise GenAI with Confluent acquisition

IBM and Confluent, a data streaming pioneer, have entered into a definitive agreement under which IBM will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Confluent for $31 per share, representing an enterprise value of $11-billion. Confluent provides an...

Top performers turn AI into revenue, profit growth

Companies that are able to strategically use artificial intelligence (AI) are far more likely to post more than 10% revenue growth, with more than 15% profit margins from their AI deployments. This is among the findings from NTT Data’s newly-released 2026 Global AI...

SA’s mobile service revenue to register just 1,1% CAGR

South Africa’s mobile services market is set to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1,1% from $7,1-billion in 2025 to $7,5-billion in 2030. While traditional voice revenues continue to erode, sustained growth in mobile broadband, expanding LTE footprints,...

Tariffs drive Black Friday demand down for SME exporters

New US tariffs killed the Black Friday peak small South African exporters would normally expect in November, according to data from the SME Export Index. Craig Lowman, CEO and co-founder of South African international shipping platform TUNL, says: “In a normal year,...

Trends shaping SA’s food security

South Africa’s food retail and wholesale sector is one of the country’s most dynamic industries, directly linked to household consumption, employment, and food security. It reflects both the opportunities and pressures shaping the economy in 2025 and beyond. These...

Global energy outages on the rise

As extreme weather events, such as wildfires, hurricanes, and floods intensify around the world, already stressed energy grids are struggling to keep up, leading to a growing number of power outages globally. The energy comparison experts at iSelect have compiled the...

Nvidia’s H200 exports to China could reshape AI investment

The decision by the Trump administration to allow Nvidia to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to approved customers in China represents a material shift in the global AI investment environment. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...

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Louise Steenekamp is new AFSUG vice-chair

The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Board has unanimously appointed Louise Steenekamp as its new vice-chair, effective 15 February 2024. Having served on the AFSUG Board since January 2020, Steenekamp brings with her over two decades of extensive experience within the...

SA’s economic future depends on these five uncomfortable truths

When it comes to youth capital, South Africa is rich with opportunity. We have a young population who are hungry for knowledge and skills, and eager to work. By Aunyana Moloisane, MD of Optimi Workplace If given half a chance, they have the power to transform the...

NEC XON unlocks Fortinet Engage Preferred Services Partner status

NEC XON has been named an Engage Preferred Services Partner (EPSP) within Fortinet’s Engage Partner Program, for South Africa, Namibia, Kenya and Nigeria, with partner entities operating across sub-Saharan Africa. As an Engage Preferred Services Partner, NEC XON...

IBM debuts LinuxONE 4 Express

The new IBM LinuxONE 4 Express extends performance, security and AI capabilities of LinuxONE to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and within new data centre environments. The pre-configured rack mount system is designed to offer cost savings and to remove...

Can AI find your next C-suite hire?

AI is revolutionising business and we're all beginning to relax with it as we learn that it is generally to be welcomed rather than feared. By Dudu Mbatha, senior search consultant at Mindworx As a tool, it is excellent at making tasks less time-consuming and more...

Fighting fraud and financial crimes in the GenAI age

In today's increasingly digital world, fraud and financial crime has become a significant concern. By Marcin Nadolny, head of EMEA fraud, fincrime and data science at SAS Global research shows that 2022 saw a 72% increase in fraudulent activity while almost a quarter...

Prioritising data privacy and security

Ensuring data privacy and security isn't just a checkbox on the chief data officers (CDOs) to-do list - it's a continuous journey towards resilience and trust. By prioritising data governance, strengthening security measures, and fostering collaboration across...

Government urged to prioritise AI in education

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been comprehensively embraced in the private sector in South Africa in less than a year, but more must be done to ensure that the public sector - and especially students in public schools and universities - are also empowered and...

Avoid job scams and find a job you love

As the working year unfolds alongside Valentine's season, many South Africans are seeking a different kind of love- a fulfilling career, despite persistently high unemployment figures. Just like the dating world, the task of finding the perfect match can be...

IT Security Engineer – 2124 – Gauteng Centurion

Our client in the Auto-mobile (International) sector is looking for a IT Security EngineerMORE ABOUT THE ROLE:Contract Start Date01-02-2026Contract End Date31-12-2028NationalitySouth African citizens / residents are preferred. Applicants with valid work permits will...

Intermediate Software Engineer

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for an Intermediate Software Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field(or...

Ruby Developer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a mission-driven company transforming the future of bicycle security, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Ruby on Rails and AWS and will play a key role in...

Intermediate Software Engineer – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville is currently looking for an Intermediate Software Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field(or...

Ruby Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a mission-driven company transforming the future of bicycle security, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join their Cape Town office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Ruby on Rails and AWS and will play a key role in...

Principal Software Developer at Mintek

Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a principal software developer to Lead the development and architectural design of software systems, contribute to strategic and technical planning, manage and mentor development teams, and ensure alignment...

Business Analyst Practice Lead

The primary objective of this role is to assume leadership in the Business Analyst Practice. The Business Analysts Practice is a recent addition and the successful candidate is expected to collaborate closely with a team of Business Analysts to strengthen and refine...

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