US B20 commits to building on this year’s resolutions

Kathy Gibson reports - As the US takes over chairmanship of the G20 in 2026, the US business community has committed to continue working with and advancing the resolutions of the B20 South Africa. Suzanne Clark, president and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce, who...

SA’s business liquidations skyrocket

South Africa’s corporate sector is under siege with the latest report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealing that 145 businesses were liquidated in September - pushing the 2025 year-to-date total to 1 180 closures. This marks a 23,9% spike compared to...

This is when you are most vulnerable to digital fraud

The rate of suspected digital fraud was the highest in the consumer lifecycle at account login for South Africa, with 2,6% of those types of transaction attempts when the consumer was in the country being suspected of digital fraud in the first half (H1) of 2025. This...

User numbers increase, but Internet disparities deepen

The world's online population grew by more than 240-million people in 2025, according to the new Facts and Figures 2025 report from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The new estimates confirm continuing progress in expanding digital connectivity, while...

2026’s defining telecoms trends

Juniper Research has revealed its Top 10 telecoms and connectivity trends for 2026 in a new whitepaper that evaluates the forces redefining telecoms - from AI-driven automation to new connectivity models - and pinpoints where operators, vendors, and investors must act...

Gartner Hype Cycle reveals how AI could transform sales

In response to evolving buyer behaviors and shifting purchasing trends, chief sales officers (CSOs) are transforming traditional sales practices by embracing innovative approaches, according to Gartner. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Sales Transformation, 2025 highlights...

Axiz extends Veeam backup protection with Ootbi distribution

Axiz has entered into a distribution agreement with Object First, the company behind the Ootbi (Out-of-the-Box Immutability) appliance set up by Veeam founders Ratmir Timashev and Andrei Baronov. The partnership will provide African organisations with enhanced data...

OpenAI takes on Google with new browser

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser based on ChatGPT. The new launch adds more pressure on Google, following last year’s addition of search in ChatGPT. “Your browser is where all of your work, tools, and context come together,” reads a statement...

Bigger businesses have bigger security blind spots

As organisations scale, their human-centric security governance appears to weaken, creating significant business risk. This is one of the findings from KnowBe4’s 2025 Africa Human Risk Management Report. Other key findings from a continent-wide study of business...

All IT work will involve AI by 2030 – the trick is to find value

By 2030, CIOs expect that 0% of IT work will be done by humans without AI, 75% will be done by humans augmented with AI, and 25% will be done by AI alone, according to a July 2025 survey of over 700 CIOs by Gartner. This means that organisations need to focus on a...

AI Pacesetters are already turning pilots into profit

A small but consistent group of companies outperforms peers across every measure of AI value. These Pacesetters - about 18% of organisations in South Africa, and 13% globally – have been consistently ahead of the pack, according to the third annual Cisco AI Readiness...

Resilience key for cybersecurity

As digital transformation accelerates, so too does the complexity and frequency of cyber threats particularly those originating from within organisations. In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Kearney’s latest report, “Securing the Inside: Insider Threat...

PassiveNeuron cyberespionage targets Windows servers

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) have uncovered an ongoing cyberespionage PassiveNeuron campaign, that targets Windows Server systems in government, financial and industrial organisations across Asia, Africa and Latin America. The activity has...

UCT, CISPA advance cybersecurity, AI research in Africa

The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security have signed a landmark agreement that will see the two organisations collaborate on cutting-edge research and capacity building in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The...

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Wind power could drive a sustainable energy future

Ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes logistics involved in building or transporting wind farm turbine components? Richard Reid, regional director at Concord Cranes, looks at the potential of wind power and the complex groundwork required to bring a wind farm...

What businesses should be doing instead of buying more tech

A year after law enforcement paraded the takedown of LockBit as a victory for cybersecurity, the harsh reality has set in: ransomware didn’t retreat - it metastasised. The criminals didn’t stop; they just got smarter, writes John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Software. Now,...

Lenovo celebrates channel excellence and growth in southern Africa

Lenovo has celebrated the achievements of its channel partners in southern Africa, spotlighting standout distributors, resellers and solution providers who have gone above and beyond in delivering innovation, customer value, and business impact. Yugen Naidoo, GM of...

Regenesys launches new Bachelor of Education

South Africa’s critical shortage of skilled secondary school teachers particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) has prompted the Regenesys School of Education to launch its CHE-accredited Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further...

Hisense SA partners with RGB Gaming on e-sports

Hisense SA has partnered with RGB Gaming, with the aim of redefining the competitive gaming landscape in schools and universities nationwide, to transform gaming into a high-performance career path for thousands of young South Africans. RGB Gaming has already...

Vishing awareness live in Kaspersky ASAP portfolio

Kaspersky has introduced a new module on vishing (voice phishing) to its ASAP (Automated Security Awareness Platform). Vishing has become a major vector for corporate fraud. For example, AIB saw a 79% year-on-year increase in vishing attacks in early 2025, including a...

These are the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards winners

The winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards (ASCEA) have been announced. Now in its fourth year, ASCEA recognises the critical role that supply chains play in economic development, health systems, sustainability and business success. This year, more...

Be aware of these new in-flight power bank rules

Portable chargers and power banks have become a carry-on essential to keep devices charged up for work or entertainment while travelling. But, with airlines changing on-board battery policies, travellers are being urged to be aware of new requirements and to rely on...

HoneyCoin raises $4,9m for stablecoin-powered payments

HoneyCoin, a global payment orchestration platform, has announced a $4,9-million funding round led by global venture firm Flourish Ventures. Flourish is joined by a mix of regional and global investors: Visa Ventures, TLcom Capital, Stellar Development Foundation,...

RS joins forces with NAACAM

RS South Africa has announced a strategic partnership with the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM). Erick Wessels, sales director of RS South Africa, describes the partnership as a natural alignment with the company’s...

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...

Sales and Data Analyst – Western Cape Oakdale

Our client within the FMCG space is seeking a skilled Sales and Data Analyst, to join their marketing and sales team. With proven experience within the FMCG or Manufacturing space (preferable in the Food & Beverage Industry), and a completed bachelor's degree in...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...

IT Support Engineer (Tier 1) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client was established in the 90's and while headquartered in Cape Town, they do have a large office in Jhb and great global presence with over 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR,...

Data / Reporting Analyst 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...

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...

Senior SAP Technical Hybris Consultant at Datonomy Solutions

Job Title:Senior SAP Technical Consultant – Hybris (Web and Online Applications experience)Duration: 12-month Contract, renewable based on performance.Location:Cape Town, South Africa Hybrid work model: 4 days per week on-site, 1 day remote.Overview:We are looking for...

Systems Architect

Develop and maintain reference architecture for mobile money platforms and related financial systems.Collaborate with Commercial teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.Ensure alignment with technology, security, and operational policies.Design and...

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