Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

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...

Supply chains, built to be efficient, were also built to break

The convergence of physical and digital supply chain risks demands a new strategy, writes Pushpinder Singh, partner and global practice leader: supply chain transformation and offerings at the IBM Institute for Business Value. Just last week, fresh strikes in the...

Africa feels impact of Middle East conflict

The global economic environment has become increasingly volatile with rising frequency of major shocks worldwide. Amid spikes in energy, food and fertilizer prices caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African...

Cassava scales African AI with new AI Factory

Cassava Technologies is deploying its AI Factory in South Africa - with plans to scale to Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco. “For Cassava, building Africa’s AI ecosystem is an act of empowerment, not just a technological milestone,” says Ahmed El Beheiry, Group COO...

Young scientists fly the SA flag in China

Three young scientists will showcase research projects addressing critical challenges in agriculture, environmental sustainability and food safety at the 2025 Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition (BYSCC) in China. The event will be held from 25 to 29 March 2026,...

SA’s economic recovery could be short-lived

The PayInc Economic Index, which tracks the monthly value of electronic transactions cleared through PayInc, improved in February 2026 - signalling signs of an economic recovery. However, the economic outlook for the year remains fragile as the Iran war is expected to...

OpenClaw could redefine the AI race

China is quietly redefining the AI race - and markets are starting to price a second epicentre as a multipolar AI world creates “significant opportunities” for investors, according to deVere Group. This is the bullish analysis from James Green, regional director of...

World-class technology institute opens in Joburg inner city

Kathy Gibson reports - The Maharishi NextUp Institute of Technology (MNIT) was opened today in the Johannesburg inner city. The Institute bought the 10-storey, 10 650 square metre building at 56 Main Street thanks to a donation from David and Tracey Frankel. David...

AI will take over half of all cybersecurity incident responses by 2028

At least 50% percent of all enterprise cybersecurity incident response efforts will focus on incidents involving custom-built AI-driven applications by 2028, according to Gartner. Christopher Mixter, vice-president analyst at Gartner, explains: “AI is evolving...

New gambling craze puts crypto credibility at risk

Five-minute Bitcoin bets, the new craze sweeping crypto, is more akin to gambling not investing, and could damage the reputation of a serious financial asset. This is the warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, as ultra-short-term cryptocurrency wagers surge in...

Nvidia helps Hyundai accelerate next-gen autonomous driving

Nvidia has announced an expanded collaboration with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation to advance next-generation autonomous driving technologies built on the Nvidia Drive Hyperion autonomous vehicle development platform. The collaboration brings together...

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Lenovo and Motorola Qira debuts at CES

At CES 2026, Lenovo introduced a single, built-in cross-device intelligence designed to redefine how people interact with their devices, applications, and digital services. The Personal Ambient Intelligence launches as Lenovo Qira and Motorola Qira on respective...

Hisense showcases smart home ecosystem

At CES 2026, Hisense is showcasing a full-scenario smart home ecosystem at CES 2026, demonstrating how advanced display technologies and AI-powered home appliances come together to enhance everyday life. Designed around real-life home scenarios, Hisense’s CES booth...

TCL displays visual technologies and intelligent living

TCL has unveiled a new generation of visual technology and AI-powered products at CES 2026. This year, TCL introduces a series of world-first display panels, display technologies, and products, along with a full portfolio of intelligent devices designed to elevate...

New CEO for WeThinkCode_

As it enters its second decade, WeThinkCode_ has announced that Nyari Samushonga, CEO since 2019, will transition to executive chairperson of the board effective 1 January 2026. Ashmita Singh will succeed her as CEO. Since 2019, Samushonga has led WeThinkCode_ through...

Nvidia BlueField-4 powers new AI-native storage infrastructure

At CES 2026, Nvidia announced that the Nvidia BlueField-4 data processor, part of the full-stack Nvidia BlueField platform, powers Nvidia Inference Context Memory Storage Platform, a new class of AI-native storage infrastructure for the next frontier of AI. As AI...

HP launches new consumer range

HP Inc has announced the company’s newest innovations, with updates to its full HP OmniBook consumer portfolio that deliver passion-ready experiences for consumers to work smarter, look sharper, and lead better. “Today’s consumers use their PCs in more ways than ever...

Samsung makes enterprise debut

Samsung Electronics’ Spatial Signage has been recognised by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® as part of the CES Innovation Awards 2026 program. The award marks Samsung’s first-ever recognition in the Enterprise Technology category, coinciding with the...

Samsung debuts Galaxy Book6

At CES 2026, Samsung Electronics debuted the Galaxy Book6 Ultra, Galaxy Book6 Pro, and Galaxy Book6. “At Samsung, we believe true innovation starts with getting the fundamentals right,” says Won-Joon Choi, president, chief operating officer and head of the R&D...

Westcon-Comstor strengthens partnership with Nokia

Westcon-Comstor has announced an enhanced collaboration with Nokia aimed at accelerating growth and delivering greater value to channel partners across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Under the expanded partnership, Westcon and Nokia will collaborate closely...

How higher ed is tackling cyber threats

Higher education institutions face cybersecurity challenges unlike those faced by many other sectors. By Musa Masungwini, data protector and cyber defender at Dell Technologies South Africa The major threats faced by South African universities include prevalent...

SAP ABAP Developer (Chief Expert) 2641 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionUnderstand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint documentABAP / Fiori coding & debugging (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements)Setting up the...

Test Analyst (Advanced) 0825 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionDevelop and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans.Develop test strategies and plans for backend services, ensuring alignment with project requirements tracked in JiraCreate detailed test cases and scripts based on functional specifications...

IT Support Technician

Now find new jobs best matched to your skills! Job Title: IT Support Technician - Johannesburg - Managed IT ServicesSalary: R20,000 to R35,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this managed IT services provider is a highly smart career move...

Test Analyst (Entry) 2020

Job DescriptionDevelop, maintain and execute manual and automated test cases for SAP-based finance processes.Create and maintain test scripts and test data using Tosca for automation.Identify, document and track defects in JIRA/Xray and coordinate resolution with...

Full Stack Developer (Chief Expert) 0386

Job DescriptionEngage with business stakeholders to gather, clarify, and prioritise requirements for the e-Invoicing product.Translate business needs into technical architecture and detailed design documents aligned with SAP, EAI, Java, Azure and SCP standards.Design...

IT Support Technician – Remote Remote

Now find new jobs best matched to your skills! Job Title: IT Support Technician - Johannesburg - Managed IT ServicesSalary: R20,000 to R35,000, Negotiable depending on experience.The Opportunity:Joining this managed IT services provider is a highly smart career move...

Test Analyst (Entry) 2020 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionDevelop, maintain and execute manual and automated test cases for SAP-based finance processes.Create and maintain test scripts and test data using Tosca for automation.Identify, document and track defects in JIRA/Xray and coordinate resolution with...

Full Stack Developer (Chief Expert) 0386 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionEngage with business stakeholders to gather, clarify, and prioritise requirements for the e-Invoicing product.Translate business needs into technical architecture and detailed design documents aligned with SAP, EAI, Java, Azure and SCP standards.Design...

DevOps Engineer (George)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is migrating from Azure DevOps to GitHub Enterprise as part of a larger platform modernisation. They are implementing GitHub Actions, infrastructure as code, automated security scanning, and proper environment management. They need a DevOps...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 1223

Job DescriptionDesign, Development and maintenance on Vision & Sound Analytics platform.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsReview code of team members in line with quality and delivery requirementsAbility and willingness to...

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