Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

Donors commit to fund Gavi vaccines

World leaders have pledge support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, with a total of more than $9-billion secured against a targeted $11,9-billion budget for its next five-year strategic period from 2026 to 2030 (Gavi 6.0) at the Global Summit: Health and Prosperity...

Urgent reforms to get SA back on track outlined

South Africa’s transport and logistics sector has long been recognised as a key obstacle to economic growth – but change is underway. In the latest PSG Think Big webinar, Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy sat down with award-winning financial journalist Alishia...

New board for ISPA

Following the recent annual general meeting (AGM) and fourth quarter board meeting, the Internet Services Providers Association (ISPA) has unveiled its new board line-up for the next three years. The official internet industry body extends thanks to outgoing board...

Slower top line growth, talent issues worry CFOs

Chief financial officers (CFOs) anticipate slower top line growth and talent issues will be the biggest challenges for enterprise performance in 2025, according to December survey by Gartner. The poll of 250 CFOs and finance leaders, taken during The Top Priorities...

Users came under sustained attack in 2024

Kaspersky’s detection systems discovered an average of 467 000 malicious files per day in 2024, marking a 14% increase compared to the previous year. Certain types of threats saw significant growth with experts reporting a 33% surge in Trojan detections compared to...

AI, EVs to impact fleet management

The majority (58%) of fleet managers expect to be using AI within the next five years. A new global study commissioned by Webfleet polled 1 800 fleet managers across 15 countries including South Africa to shed light on the current and future landscape of fleet...

Consumer spending promises festive season recovery

The festive season is in full swing and economic experts are predicting that consumer spending will rebound to pre-pandemic levels, signaling a strong recovery in retail and consumer confidence. This optimism is already taking shape, with inflation falling to a...

Manipulative pricing seen during major shopping events

Many consumers believe they are scoring a great deal during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or other major shopping events — but are they? A new study from Oxylabs reveals that over 70% of products in major US marketplaces were actually more expensive on Black Friday...

Companies plan big security budget increases

Companies are planning to increase their investments in information security against the background of growing financial losses from cyber incidents. This trend was revealed in the recent Kaspersky’s IT Security Economics report, which unpicks the changes in budgets,...

SA CEOs are cautiously optimistic about 2025

South African business leaders are cautiously optimistic about the year ahead, driven by recent positive economic developments. The Q4 2024 Merchantec CEO Confidence Index recorded a 2% decrease between Q3 2024 and Q4 2024, reaching a score of 53.9. However, despite...

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Don’t let Black Friday compromise your budget or cybersecurity

It's that time of the year again when big sale signs go up, and your emails are inundated with special offers while retailers prepare for the shopping frenzy that Black Friday brings. This year, it falls on 25 November, with Cyber Monday's online shopping bargains...

Exclusive Networks supports, mentors start-ups

Exclusive Networks Africa has an established Supplier Development Programme to offer mentoring and financial support to chosen entrepreneurs and small business suppliers with whom it partners. "The aim is to increase the participation of black-owned SMEs within both...

Creating a more sustainable technology environment

At a time when people and organisations are becoming more environmentally conscious, using innovative sustainable technology is becoming more important than ever. By Yugen Naidoo, country manager of Lenovo Southern Africa In fact, the global green technology and...

Great customer experience is a matter of survival

Inflation is on almost everyone's mind right now. Around the globe, the supply chain issues caused by the Covid-19 pandemic have been compounded by the war in Ukraine and tight labour markets in some countries. By Andrew Bourne, regional manager of Zoho South Africa...

Game launches on Roblox

As part of its annual Black Friday promotion, mass retailer Game is joining the metaverse through a Game-branded Roblox game. The game launched yesterday (21 November), and gives gamers the opportunity to win their share of over R70 000 in vouchers leading up to Black...

Vodacom launches National Relay Service (NRS)

Vodacom has launched a real-time Specific Needs and National Relay Service (NRS), which expands its offerings for deaf, hearing- and speech-impaired customers. "For almost two decades, Vodacom has championed the communication needs of persons with disabilities by...

SilverBridge joins global technology group

ROX Equity Partners, a UK based private equity company, has acquired SilverBridge. The South African financial services technology provider has become the first subsidiary in the newly established Alula Technologies group providing solutions to the insurance and...

Anglo American, Wits University to transform Planetarium

Anglo American and the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) have launched a partnership to refurbish, expand, and digitalise the 62-year-old Johannesburg Planetarium into a modern, multidisciplinary research, training, and science education hub. The refurbishment of...

HPE launches Emirates and Africa regional hub

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced the launch of its new Emirates andAfrica organisation, bringing together the United Arab Emirates (UAE) business with the Africa businesses, effective 1 November. The new organisation will be led by Ahmad Alkhallafi, who...

Leveraging AIOPs at the storage layer improves IT focus on business

The current environment is exceptionally challenging for businesses from an IT perspective. By Eric Herzog, chief marketing officer at Infinidat Some of the issues organisations must contend with include lack of time, the need for talent with critical skills, and...

BI Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

Front-End Developer at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...

Junior PHP Full Stack Developer (Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:An e-Commerce and Logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking a proactive a Junior PHP / Laravel Full Stack Developer to join their compact development team. You'll be instrumental in building and improving their custom e-commerce and logistics platforms,...

Full Stack PHP Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client, a leading communications software company, is seeking a Full Stack Developer (PHP and JavaScript) to join their collaborative development team. You'll work on cutting-edge communication solutions for both local and international markets.Role...

AML Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a AML Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis The role is situated within the AML Central Department and involves overseeing operational responsibilities that align with the AML Regulatory...

Software Tester at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Having enjoyed continuous growth since inception in 2004, our client is a reputable, international specialist in ICT services. They create tailored solutions for a number of blue-chip clients across industries such as telecommunication, retail and...

SAP HCM Consultant (EU-Paid) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote

This is a remote position. About Our Client: Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their...

BI Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

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