Mankind’s first journey to another star set for 2029 launch

Plans are underway for mankind’s first journey to another star – a trip that is expected to take about 80 000 years. The Fermi Explorer Mission, a nonprofit organisation, hopes to set off for Alpha Centauri by 2029. The more than 40-trillion kilometre journey is...

IT spend will breach $7trn for the first time in 2027

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $7,35-trillion in 2027, up 15% from 2026, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Collectively, the market forces are reinforcing spend around AI infrastructure, AI-enabled cloud platforms, and advanced software...

As African CEOs embrace AI, ROI is still elusive

By Kathy Gibson - African companies are in the middle of learning and adopting artificial intelligence (AI), and adapting to the changes it brings. But they are also looking beyond adoption at how to measure value from their AI investments, says Ladi Asuni, partner...

Africa moves from AI ambition to action

AI has moved from potential to proven economic value and while ambition setting is near universal across economies, execution speed is the differentiator, according to Boston Consulting Group’s The AI Maturity Matrix 2026: AI Is Transforming How Economies Develop and...

Revenue to hit $1bn as quantum breakthroughs advance

Worldwide, quantum computing revenue is projected to total $1,1-billion in 2027, according to Gartner. “Nations and businesses have scaled spending in quantum literacy, patents, partnerships, and early use-case exploration,” says Gaurav Gupta, vice-president analyst...

Xiaomi poised to make its mark in SA

By Mark Davison – It may be a relative newcomer to the South African market and still not a household name, but under new South African country manager – Tianshi Lv – Xiaomi is dead set on changing that perception. At the launch last night of the Redmi Note 17 Series...

Bridging the digital divide in the AI era

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb - The world is in the middle of an artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, driven in large part by a multi-billion dollar data centre build-out. But the massive development taking place in the developed world threatens...

Taxpayers win transparency battle against SARS

The Johannesburg High Court recently ordered the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to disclose all the information on which it based a decision. Nico Theron, founder of Unicus Tax Specialists SA says the ruling is a significant victory for taxpayers. “SARS can be...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

Dynamic redesign key to sustain AI-driven work transformation

Organisations that establish continuous work redesign as a core capability will be twice as likely to sustain AI-driven work transformation by 2028, according to Gartner. AI rapidly changes how work gets done, but organisations are struggling to keep pace. To succeed,...

These are Gartner’s top strategic predictions

Gartner has unveiled its top strategic predictions for 2027 and beyond. The research company’s top predictions span three categories: robots everywhere, cost to value and unknown unknowns. Daryl Plummer, distinguished vice-president analyst and Gartner Fellow, says:...

Space systems become targets and tools for cyberattacks

According to publicly available data, over 100 cyber incidents targeting space systems were recorded between 1957 and the early 2020s – and a Kaspersky ICS CERT report highlights that modern space security is no longer just about guarding physical satellites in orbit....

Top AI trends transforming warehousing

Four globally disruptive AI trends are set to transform warehousing for supply chain leaders, according to Gartner. The research group says warehousing has reached an inflection point for AI implementation driven by three converging forces: labour constraints making...

Affordability and greater choice reshapes SA’s vehicle market

Affordability is driving a structural shift in South Africa’s vehicle market, according to Absa research, with SUVs gaining significant ground as consumers increasingly seek competitively priced, well-equipped vehicles. An analysis of 2,56-million new and used vehicle...

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AI is reshaping the workplace faster than graduates expect

McKinsey reports that, across the world, companies are integrating AI into at least one core function, and 92% are planning to increase their AI investment over the next three years. They also cite LinkedIn data indicating that global demand for AI‑related skills grew...

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Today, East Africa has made considerable strides in paving the way towards a sustainable energy future, however, it is also in a time where this progress is increasingly shaped by community realities. Whilst expanding access to energy remains essential, it is also the...

What Africa’s energy transition means for the next generation

The African Energy Forum runs over four days. On the fourth day, at the same venue, the forum hosts YES, the Youth Energy Summit, its sister event for students and young people entering the sector. Students attending YES have the chance to walk the exhibition floor,...

Huawei SA Connect 2026 tackles infrastructure for the AI era

As the age of agentic AI dawns, with autonomous systems set to reshape industries from mobile apps to intelligent vehicles, Huawei is set to host its premier annual event, Huawei South Africa Connect 2026. The conference takes place on 23 July at the Sandton...

Finding the right talent balance

South African businesses have a clear responsibility to help build our country. We all want to create local jobs, support home-grown suppliers, and invest in our communities. These are not just targets on a scorecard; they are the foundation for our long-term economic...

Cloud-ready BMS is reshaping building operations

Buildings may be getting smarter, but too many control rooms are still anchored to yesterday’s technology, such as on‑site servers, rigid architectures and a patchwork of interfaces that are expensive to run and painfully slow to evolve. By Charles Coetzee, buildings...

The real AI divide isn’t digital — it’s human

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes industries across the world, a recent World Economic Forum article highlights a truth business can no longer afford to ignore: the biggest barrier to progress is not access to technology. It’s the human capability needed to use...

SA businesses cannot afford the hidden tax of ageing technology

South African businesses are under growing pressure to reduce costs, improve efficiency and remain competitive in an increasingly uncertain economy. In response, many organisations are delaying technology modernisation, choosing instead to extend the life of legacy...

Senior Back-End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We're looking for a Senior Back-End Developer who enjoys solving complex problems, building scalable systems, and working with modern cloud technologies. You'll be part of a global technology environment working on an exciting product focused on intelligent and...

Senior Data Scientist (ML Engineer)

Job Purpose To design, prototype, and build next-generation analytic engines and services by applying strong expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Build, deploy, scale and support machine learning, AI and GenAI solutions in production. The role focuses on...

Intermediate Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you ready to take your Java skills to the next level? We are on the hunt for a hands-on Intermediate Java Developer to join our dynamic professional services team, building and integrating enterprise-scale solutions for a leading telecommunications environment....

Senior Data Scientist (ML Engineer) – Gauteng Edenburg

Job Purpose To design, prototype, and build next-generation analytic engines and services by applying strong expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Build, deploy, scale and support machine learning, AI and GenAI solutions in production. The role focuses on...

Senior SAP BW consultant

Job PurposeOur Company is building a future-fit, centralized Data & Analytics division to support better decision-making, scale self-service analytics, and unlock commercial value from enterprise data.The SAP BW4HANA Developer will be responsible for designing,...

Senior SAP BW consultant – Western Cape Cape Town

Job PurposeOur Company is building a future-fit, centralized Data & Analytics division to support better decision-making, scale self-service analytics, and unlock commercial value from enterprise data.The SAP BW4HANA Developer will be responsible for designing,...

Senior Project Manager (Environmental) – Nigeria

Hire Resolve's client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senior Project Manager in Nigeria. Key Requirements: +10 years experience in oil & gas, environmental consultancy, mining, energy, infrastructure or EPC.Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science,...

Senior Project Manager (Environmental) – Nigeria – Remote Remote

Hire Resolve's client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senior Project Manager in Nigeria. Key Requirements: +10 years experience in oil & gas, environmental consultancy, mining, energy, infrastructure or EPC.Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science,...

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