Africa urged to start executing on aviation potential
Africa must move decisively from ambition and talk to execution if aviation is to fulfil its potential as a catalyst for intra-African trade, tourism and economic growth. This was the warning from Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) CEO Aaron Munetsi,...
Sanctioned AI agents, not hackers, leaking credentials between departments
More than 70% of IT security and decision makers expect negative business impact from attacks targeting platforms like Slack, Teams, Zoom in 2026. Increasingly, the exposure on those platforms comes not from hackers or rogue software, but from sanctioned AI agents...
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...
Audit functions turn to audit management software
While 84% of audit functions have adopted audit management software (AMS), satisfaction varies considerably across key capabilities, according to Gartner. James Bourke, director analyst: research, in the Gartner Audit & Risk Practice, say high adoption does not...
Township and rural entrepreneurs called to submit their big ideas
Across South Africa’s townships and rural communities, entrepreneurs are solving real-life problems every day. Sometimes an idea starts with frustration: a service that does not exist, a process that takes too long or a community need that continues to go unmet. At...
Homeowners urged to register rooftop solar
Grid-connected rooftop solar owners have until 30 September 2026 to register installations up to 50kW with Eskom or the applicable municipality, to avoid registration fees. As the local solar industry matures, with installations now having broken the 8.3 GW mark, the...
AI spend soars to unprecedented levels
Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...
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This is the year of enterprise AI
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Every board agenda needs a cyber conversation
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Finding IT talent is one of business’ toughest challenges
As Africa’s digital economy continues to expand, the demand for technology talent is growing. By Zuleika Pinda, head of recruitment and talent sourcing at Paracon by Adcorp A report from SAP has found that, across the continent, this sector’s contribution is expected...
Cybercrime is a bigger threat to businesses than AI
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POPIA and AI sovereignty: Local isn’t just lekker, it’s the law
Let's be honest, artificial intelligence is the ultimate productivity hack for South African businesses right now. By Rowen Pillai, CEO of LeanTechnovations and AIESA It drafts complex contracts, summarises board reports, and answers deep analytical queries in...
Intermediate Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
This is a remote position. We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Java Developer with a strong hands-on development background and exposure to integration, databases, testing, deployment and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will be responsible for...
Intermediate Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Gauteng
This is a remote position. We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Java Developer with a strong hands-on development background and exposure to integration, databases, testing, deployment and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will be responsible for...
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Overview:The Business Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality business analysis services across multiple, concurrent software application development initiatives, with a strong emphasis on innovation, digital transformation, and system modernisation. The...
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Overview:The Business Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality business analysis services across multiple, concurrent software application development initiatives, with a strong emphasis on innovation, digital transformation, and system modernisation. The...
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Purpose:To identify business problems and understand change requests, document clear business requirements, coordinate solution delivery with relevant teams, and support the successful rollout of system enhancements in a fast-paced environment using the company's...
Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Purpose:To identify business problems and understand change requests, document clear business requirements, coordinate solution delivery with relevant teams, and support the successful rollout of system enhancements in a fast-paced environment using the company's...
Senior Azure DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a hands-on DevOps Engineer who loves automation, cloud technology and solving complex problems?Join a high-performing technical team where you'll play a key role in modernising cloud infrastructure, driving Kubernetes adoption, strengthening security and...
Senior Azure DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a hands-on DevOps Engineer who loves automation, cloud technology and solving complex problems?Join a high-performing technical team where you'll play a key role in modernising cloud infrastructure, driving Kubernetes adoption, strengthening security and...
SQL Database Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
The hook If Always “On Availability Groups” make your pulse quicken, multi-node clusters feel like home, and a well-tuned backup plan is a work of art — this is your stage. We are looking for a senior SQL Database Administrator operator who does not just keep the...
SQL Database Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Clubview
The hook If Always “On Availability Groups” make your pulse quicken, multi-node clusters feel like home, and a well-tuned backup plan is a work of art — this is your stage. We are looking for a senior SQL Database Administrator operator who does not just keep the...
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