As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

Voting has officially opened for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise...

Business success at risk as high-performing culture eroded

Key measures of high-performing organisations - including net promoter score (NPS) and enterprise and network performance - have been on the decline since 2022, according to Gartner. A survey of 18 000 global workers found that between 3Q22 and 2Q25, the percentage of...

What supply chain leaders should prioritise

Advanced data visibility and the insights gained from scenario planning can enable chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) to be a driving force to navigate risk and uncertainty for their organisations, says Gartner. During the opening keynote at this year’s Gartner...

Smart cities set for boom period

Thanks to government initiatives and emerging technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, big data analytics, and IoT, the global smart cities market is anticipated to reach $3 757,9-million by 2030 – growing at a CAGR of 29,4% - according to a new report by Grand View...

‘Recalibration’ of SETA board chair appointments on shaky ground

Even the creative reframing of the withdrawal of 20 Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETA) board chair appointments – “as an example of democracy in action” – can’t disguise the fact that governance failures like these could be easily avoided, according to...

Intel shows new GPUs for AI and workstations

At Computex 2025 in Taiwan, Intel has unveiled a new lineup of graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI accelerators designed for professionals and developers. Intel’s announcements include: New Intel Arc Pro B-Series GPUs: Intel announces Intel Arc Pro B60 and Intel...

Consumer spend slows despite economic recovery

The Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for Q1 2025 reveals a noticeable deceleration in card spending growth, even as broader economic indicators show signs of improvement. While overall card spending and transaction volumes grew by 7% and 10% respectively in Q1,...

These are the top industries taking SA talent to the US

The presence of South Africans in the US has increased from over 75 000 to at least 133 359 migrants over the past 10 years, according to the US Census Bureau – with skilled, experienced, and high-qualified professionals in key fields being offered everything from...

Quantum computing investment surges

New research from Naoris Protocol reveals that IT directors at major global corporations are significantly increasing quantum computing budgets in anticipation of transformative industry impacts. Eighty-four percent of IT directors expect quantum computing to have...

Why Africa can’t trade freely until payments are borderless

Despite decades of trade blocs and policy frameworks, intra-Africa trade still accounts for a reported 18% of total trade, compared to 59% in Asia and 68% in Europe. One major reason is the result of moving money across borders which remains costly and fragmented. But...

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Customer delivery shouldn’t be a hassle:

A few years ago, a study by professional services network PwC showed that roughly a third of shoppers will stop buying from a brand after just one bad experience. You can only imagine the scale of that loss in monetary terms. Today's consumers demand convenience and...

Build future-proof comms, collaboration with UCaaS

We've come a long way since the rush to enable everyone to work remotely during the first lockdowns in 2020. By Phumelela Ndobo, business development executive for unified communications and collaboration at +OneX But, it's fair to say that most organisations still...

Unified communications can power the modern-day hybrid workplace

In the current era of remote work, companies that have not yet implemented unified communications as a communication platform for employees may find themselves at a disadvantage compared to their competitors who have already made the transition. By Dharshan Naidoo,...

Manufacturers urged to embrace predictive analytics

Industry 4.0 is driving manufacturers to increasingly harness and use big data to enable responsive, optimised outputs. However, investment in technologies is irrelevant without data analytics to understand the internal and external factors impacting on a business. By...

Ecobank, PAPSS partner on cross-border payment

Ecobank Group and The Pan African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate settlement of Ecobank's cross-border transactions, including the transactions of all its subsidiaries, through PAPSS. The held in...

Sefalana offers interruption-free trading with satellite

Sefalana is Botswana's second-largest food retailer. As a multinational FMCG retailer, it operates over 1200 stores across the African continent. When Sefalana required failsafe internet connectivity to underpin its trading and business communications, the company...

The collaborative role of management and HR

As organisations face an array of challenges in the future, it is imperative that both management and Human Resources (HR) collaborate effectively to navigate the evolving landscape today. By Tebogo Sethabela, data analyst at 21st Century The future demands...

How bot workers can help SMEs win

Technology is moving so quickly that many business owners might feel overwhelmed with all the sudden hype around artificial intelligence, ChatGPT and other trends. By Filum Ho, CEO of Apollo Studios We're still coming to terms with what this technology means and how...

Why you need a fresh approach to cloud security in 2023

In its latest annual security report, Check Point Software reflects on what has been a volatile twelve months in the cybersecurity sector. The threat landscape is more complex than ever before, and risks remain at an all-time high. In this article, Eli Smadja,...

Private 5G unlocks industrial site innovation

The power and capabilities of private 5G are paving the way for mines, manufacturers and other industrial sites to harness more advanced technologies across their environments. It's proving to be a game changer, particularly in areas where mobility is required. By...

ESG Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

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...

National Technical Manager – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Title: National Technical ManagerLocation: Cape Town (National travel required)We are seeking an experienced National Technical Manager to lead and manage a team of technicians across multiple regions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring...

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...

Junior DevOps Engineer at Reverside

Reverside is an established IT services provider specializing in delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team and contribute...

Front Arena Software Engineer/System Analyst

• Requirements Gathering – elicitation of client system requirements for input to functional and/or technical requirements specifications.• Solution Design – design of functional and/or technical system solutions that address client system requirements.• Scoping –...

Business Analyst

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs, regulations, and market trendsElicit, analyze, and document business...

Technical Support Analyst (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client, a listed global leader that provides innovative solutions, is committed to helping some of the world's most well-known brands tackle their most pressing business challenges. With a reputation as a trusted partner...

Solutions Architect (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, headquartered in the USA, offers a great work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at a company with amazing perks and...

Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...

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