Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

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...

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)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

‘Platform economy’ centralises power and deepens inequality

A University of Cape Town (UCT) study on the workings of the platform economy - with companies like Uber, Airbnb and other digital platforms as part of a larger shift in capitalism itself - has found that these platforms don’t just connect buyers and sellers; they...

AI ambitions at risk as cloud value not fully realised

Only 14% of global organisations – and 11% of African enterprises – have reached the highest level of cloud maturity despite two decades of cloud adoption, according to new research from NTT Data. The report, “Cloud-led innovations in the era of AI: The new rules for...

Interpol’s pan-African cybercrime operation nets 260 scammers

Authorities in 14 African countries have arrested 260 suspects and seized 1 235 electronic devices in a coordinated international operation against cyber-enabled crime. The crackdown targeted transnational criminal networks exploiting digital platforms, particularly...

Stormy weather ahead for the global economy

The global economy is entering a period of weak growth and systemic disruption, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists’ Outlook. Some 72% of surveyed chief economists expect the global economy to weaken over the next year amid intensifying...

Global strategy to secure coral reefs in a changing climate

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) has launched its 2025–2030 Coral Reef Conservation Strategy, a landmark plan to conserve the world’s most climate-resilient coral reefs. Rooted in more than 40 years of WCS experience and new cutting-edge science, the strategy...

Most ICT job roles now include AI skills

AI roles now dominate tech market growth, according to the second study released by the AI Workforce Consortium titled “ICT in Motion: The Next Wave of AI Integration.” Led by Cisco, the consortium is a private sector collaboration that includes industry leaders...

Crypto losses to scammers heading for record high

With three months still to go before year's end, it's clear that 2025 is shaping up to be one of crypto's most dangerous years yet - with criminals and hackers stealing a record-breaking amount of money – according to CryptoPresales. So far, their illicit activities...

Deepfake services now 400 times cheaper

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered adverts on the darknet offering realtime video and audio deepfake services. Prices reportedly start at $50 for fake videos and $30 for fabricated voice messages, with costs rising based on the...

Axiz signs up NetApp distribution

Looking to broaden its channel ecosystem across Africa, NetApp has added Axiz to its distributor portfolio. “Collaborating with Axiz represents a pivotal step in NetApp’s Africa strategy,” says Farid Najjar, commercial sales manager – MEA at NetApp. “Axiz’s reach,...

10 teams to vie for $2m in prizes in AI and manufacturing innovation

The 10 teams advancing to the semifinalist round of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing have been announced - with each team receiving $50 000 in unrestricted funding to drive inclusive economic growth and sustainable development in Africa. Semifinalists...

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CMC Networks partners with Inmanta Connect

Inmanta has signed a new deal with CMC Networks, enabling CMC Networks to offer next-generation connectivity in a fully automated way to its customers across Africa. By leveraging Inmanta Connect's advanced network orchestration capabilities, CMC Networks continues to...

Root accelerates expansion plans after Invenfin investment

South Africa-based Invenfin, has made a further investment of $1,5-million in Root Platform, the low-code, API-first, end-to-end insurance technology platform provider. Root, which was founded in 2016 in South Africa, offers a low-code platform that powers modern...

Nutanix updates Elevate Partner Program

Nutanix has announced updates to its Elevate Partner Program, including offering a revamped incentive structure and channel-led selling motions that empower partners with deal control throughout the sales cycle. "With technology continuing to advance at an...

Lusaka IX launches in partnership with Paratus Zambia

The Paratus Zambia Data Centre (DC) has seamlessly integrated the Lusaka Internet Exchange (LIXP) within its facilities, facilitating high-speed connectivity and hosting solutions for all providers in the data centre. This will accelerate digital innovation and drive...

Datacentrix bags two Lenovo IDG awards

Datacentrix has received two awards at the recent Lenovo Channel Awards for 2022, namely the Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) Relationship Partner of the Year and the IDG Platinum Partner of the Year. Datacentrix is a Tier 1 Platinum Partner for Lenovo's Infrastructure...

Infobip partners with Adobe

Infobip has partnered with Adobe to provide SMS experiences for Adobe Journey Optimizer. The native SMS integration allows Adobe Journey Optimizer users to send text messages alongside real-time status updates and intelligent routing for high delivery rates in...

Skills training done right – for young people and employers

Even as South Africa grapples with one of the highest youth unemployment rates globally - with 8,9-million unemployed young people according to Statistics South Africa - traditional approaches to tackling the issue have been met with limited success. By Jessica...

Three common mistakes in strategy execution – and how to avoid them

Effective project portfolio management (PPM) practices are crucial to survival for organisations faced with an uncertain economic and political climate. So says Leabetswe Bomvana, a South African strategy executive with experience working in large, JSE-listed...

Why the board should push cybersecurity boundaries

From a technological perspective, microsegmentation of your IT security environment can be viewed as a way to identify, isolate and curtail the reach of any threat - even once it is in your network. In a cybersecurity context, microsegmentation is a framework that can...

Property sector bets on proptech

There's no doubt that the South African property sector, like most industries, is currently facing some challenges. One major bank saw credit impairments rise 57% in the first half of 2023 - a result of the impact of higher interest rates, higher levels of inflation...

Senior Data Analyst

ENVIRONMENT:A radio astronomy company is seeking a Senior Data Analyst who will form part of the science operations team and lead a group of 4–5 analysts/operators to support science operations and development activities throughout the construction phase. This role...

Senior Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A radio astronomy company is seeking a Senior Data Analyst who will form part of the science operations team and lead a group of 4–5 analysts/operators to support science operations and development activities throughout the construction phase. This role...

Senior Data Analyst – Telescope Operator

A key role has opened for a Senior Data Analyst / Telescope Operator to lead a small team of data analysts/operators supporting science operations and development activities during the construction phase. This position is ideal for a qualified professional with...

Intermediate iOS Developer – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a highly experienced Intermediate iOS Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Swift and SwiftUI and a proven track record of delivering high-quality...

Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...

Data Analyst Graduate

Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...

Project Manager

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To execute the approved scope by managing the end-to-end process through all project phases. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASProject ManagementTo manage financial aspects of projectsTo manage project related risksTo manage project related...

Data Analyst Graduate – Remote Remote

Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...

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