Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

AI for Good summit pushes AI governance, skills, standards

With artificial intelligence (AI) innovation growing in speed and scale, the AI for Good Global Summit 2025 reinforced the global commitment to AI governance, skills, and standards. More than 11 000 participants from 169 countries participated this week at the AI for...

WSIS+20 charts path for a sustainable digital future

Geneva served as the centre of global digital dialogue last week as technology leaders, policymakers, and innovators reviewed 20 years of progress and the future of the UN World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). Co-hosted by the International Telecommunication...

SA a rising power in 2025 iGaming trends

The global iGaming Trends 2025 Report has identified South Africa as a critical growth market within the continent’s expanding sector. Published by SoftSwiss, a leading international tech company developing software for the entertainment industry, the report leverages...

Is this the start of a ‘crypto arms race’?

The Trump administration’s exploration of the creation of a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) could signal the dawn of a global “crypto arms race”. The prediction from the deVere Group CEO Nigel Green comes after President Donald Trump announced that his...

Meta ups the infrastructure stakes with $65bn investment

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the company plans to spend up invest in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure to the tune of $65 billion this year. Part of this investment will include more AI hires and a new 2-Gigawatt data centre....

DTI attempts to allay Empowerment Fund fears

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) says the new R100-billion Transformation Fund is not a new tax, but rather a way of facilitating existing broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) commitments. In a statement, the DTI says the...

World leaders outline bold visions for the future

US President Donald Trump outlined his strategy to bolster the US economy and “unleash” investment in a wide-ranging speech via live video link to around 3 000 global leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The newly inaugurated president pledged...

Icasa approves transfer of Cell C licences

Cell C has obtained Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) approval to transfer control of the relevant telecommunications licences that it holds to Blue Label subsidiary The Prepaid Company. Although the licences will continue to be held by Cell...

UP hosts new Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

The World Economic Forum is set to launch four new Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), including C4IR South Africa at the University of Pretoria (UP). The newly-announced Centres in Pretoria, Muscat (Oman), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) and Uttar Pradesh...

How AI is enabling ROI for financial services

Kathy Gibson reports from the Microsoft AI Tour – The financial sector is one of the world’s biggest technology users and has been among the leaders in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). But, before they can reap the benefits of AI, financial organisations...

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Salesforce, Deloitte tackles skills shortage

Salesforce and Deloitte Africa have joined forces to address skills development in South Africa - an issue of high priority for both these global brands. The first iteration of the partnership is the Trailblazer Training Week, happening in Johannesburg between 27...

Syntech recalls some Gizzu portable power stations

Syntech Distribution is recalling a limited batch of its Gizzu 300Wh and 500Wh portable power stations after receiving reports of a small number of devices overheating while charging, therefore posing a potential fire risk. The reports were received over the last few...

Why strong, unique passwords are important

Cyberattacks and data breaches are becoming alarmingly common. Most attacks and breaches have one thing in common: victims were using weak passwords. In a digital world, it is more important than ever to ensure your online accounts are protected by strong and secure...

How does digital transformation impacts your bottom line?

When I started writing this article, I was looking for the best definition of "digital transformation", writes Drikus Van der Walt, pre-sales and engineering lead at Halo Dot. Intuitively the phrase makes sense by itself: transformation, or some change that is...

Stay safe from SIM swap fraud

The last few years have seen a sharp rise in SIM swap fraud, placing the mobile and digital sectors at risk of disrepute. This can result in great implications for all the participants in the value chain, including mobile users, mobile operators, digital services, and...

For complex security landscape, best practices can be simple

Last year, Gartner identified the expanding attack surface due to remote work as one of the top concerning security trends. This leaves organisations more vulnerable to attacks and makes security more complex. Following network security best practice is crucial in...

Evotel helps Goldfields clean up Riebeeckstad

Evotel has supported Goldfields WiFi and Computers - a Welkom ISP in the Free State - with a R90 000 monetary donation for its "Restore Riebeeckstad" project. The project involves a comprehensive cleaning up of the town aimed at providing a better and cleaner...

The CRM Team strengthens Microsoft partnership

The CRM Team, a provider of customer relationship management (CRM) software solutions, has been appointed as a Microsoft Solutions Partner Designation for Business Applications. The Microsoft Solutions Partner Designation is awarded to companies that have demonstrated...

Entries open for 2023 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards

Supply chains make the world go round. They have the power to save lives, to save the planet and grow economies. Excellence in supply chain management is more important than ever in today's volatile, uncertain and disruptive business environment. This is why the...

Building a digital, sustainable bank for the future

Banking, like many other sectors, has responded to rapid change and evolving customer needs by developing a digital strategy. Banks in South Africa are increasingly using new technologies, digital solutions and data analytics to reimagine and enhance customer service...

Power Platform Developer

ENVIRONMENTOur client is seeking a skilled Power Platform Developer to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have solid hands-on experience developing solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools and related low-code technologies, with a strong...

Power Platform Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENTOur client is seeking a skilled Power Platform Developer to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have solid hands-on experience developing solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools and related low-code technologies, with a strong...

Senior IT Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The Senior Project Manager / Lead is responsible for managing assigned business and IT projects of various sizes throughout the whole project lifecycle to meet project objectives and support the company in achieving its strategy, ensuring key stakeholder are kept...

Senior Business Analyst (Mining/Logistics)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a fast-growing international startup consultancy, specializes in delivering tailored implementations of their digital transformation platform for financial institutions and multinational enterprises. They are seeking a Senior Business Analyst...

Senior Business Analyst (Mining/Logistics) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a fast-growing international startup consultancy, specializes in delivering tailored implementations of their digital transformation platform for financial institutions and multinational enterprises. They are seeking a Senior Business Analyst...

Technical Lead (PHP & Node.JS) (On-site Somerset West)

ENVIRONMENT:A well-established yet fast-growing software company serving the South African property management market is looking for a hands-on Technical Lead who excels in both coding and architecture while also inspiring and mentoring a team. In this pivotal role,...

IT/OT Infrastructure Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are You Ready to Architect the Future of Digital Mining?Join, a forward-thinking technology leader, and be part of a ground-breaking initiative at the intersection of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT). We're looking for a visionary IT/OT...

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