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...

Top performers turn AI into revenue, profit growth

Companies that are able to strategically use artificial intelligence (AI) are far more likely to post more than 10% revenue growth, with more than 15% profit margins from their AI deployments. This is among the findings from NTT Data’s newly-released 2026 Global AI...

Microsoft aims to create enablers for SA’s future in AI

Microsoft South Africa hosted its AI Skilling Day, bringing together more than 2 000 learners, industry leaders, customers, partners, government officials, and community stakeholders dedicated to advancing the future of South Africans. AI is already reshaping...

HPE partners with Nvidia on AI factories

At HPE Discover in Las Vegas, HPE announced new solutions to supercharge the creation, adoption and management of AI factories across the AI lifecycle and for every type of organisation. HPE is expanding its Nvidia AI Computing by HPE portfolio of AI factory solutions...

Data quality drives regulatory reporting decisions

The most notable concern for the regulatory reporting market is the impact of significant operational burdens and the continued use of manual and ad hoc processes that result in increased effort and less accurate data. This is according to the annual Global Regulatory...

More investment can prevent surge in shanty towns

Africa’s urban population will triple in the next 25 years and African countries will need to invest up to 5,5% of their gross domestic product (GDP) in urban development if they are to avoid rapid growth of shanty towns. This was the conclusion shared by experts at a...

Second Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program completed

Qualcomm has announced the successful completion of the second year of its Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program, culminating in the Make in Africa Finale 2024. Now in its second year, this program has successfully guided early-stage technology startups by...

Microsoft leverages AI to fast-track African start-ups

Microsoft, through the company’s Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has unveiled an initiative that will accelerate advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and foster collaboration between startups and industry leaders. The initiative will also mark the launch...

Insolvencies, geopolitical tension and AI washing key risks for 2025

Directors and Officers (D&Os) have been operating in a highly complex environment throughout 2024, and further volatility can be expected during 2025. Executives face multiple exposures in an increasingly interconnected business world, confronted with risks...

AI, privacy shape consumer cybersecurity landscape

According to Kaspersky's latest report, artificial intelligence (AI) will become an integral part of daily life, while privacy concerns around biometric data and advanced technologies will take center stage in 2025. These forecasts are part of the annual Kaspersky...

AI, security, infrastructure to drive reseller revenue

IT partners around the world are anticipating a transformative wave of AI technology demand that will drive the majority of revenue over the next four to five years. This is among the findings from the new Cisco Global AI Partners Study, titled Bridging the Customer...

Financial services an enduring DDoS target

Financial services organisations in Africa are continuing to fall victim to Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, according to Netscout’s 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report (TIR). The report highlights Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa in particular as being...

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Confidence in data integrity subject of a disconnect

Findings underscore differing perceptions of the efficacy of data architectures, data management, and even the data itself, for fuelling confident decision-making. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management A new report, The Future of Data Architecture Study,...

OT the new feeding ground for cyber-attacks

Before the advent of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), operation technology (OT) was safeguarded against most cyberattacks. OT systems' propriety nature, standards and hard-wired connectivity protected it against malicious attacks. By Johan Potgieter, cluster...

Can we deliver effective CX in the era of remote work?

In the past few years, the world has undergone a significant change, as dealing with the challenges of the pandemic has led to a proliferation of remote and hybrid working models. More pertinently, these models are clearly here to stay, benefiting as they do both...

Omnichannel adoption is set to drive the new e-commerce experience

Market studies show that the recent Covid-19 pandemic served as a significant catalyst for ecommerce adoption among retail customers across the globe, with a vast majority of shoppers moving their spending online. By Mayen Warrie, key account executive at Infobip...

Why you need strong digital supply chain management

Digital transformation is crucial to the survival of any business today. And to truly capitalise on digital investments, organisations need to track the tools they are spending money on and understand how those tools are being used. This is known as digital supply...

A clear strategy can reduce your energy burden

A strategic focus on a well-defined energy strategy can fundamentally shift an organisation's resilience in times of energy uncertainty and economic volatility. According to McKinsey, taking a proactive approach to energy costs can reduce their impact on the budget by...

Quiet quitters are draining battle-weary businesses

Quiet quitting is a new phenomenon in the workplace that threatens to overwhelm already pressured business leaders. It refers to employees who are doing the very least they can get away with or are 'disengaged' from the job. Human resource capital experts believe it...

In a sea of online shopping, retail must prepare for a phishing frenzy

As South African shoppers and retailers prepare for Black Friday and the festive season, cyber criminals are casting increasingly wider - and more sophisticated - nets. Gilchrist Mushwana, director at BDO South Africa and head of cybersecurity service line, discusses...

Project Manager (Contract) (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:DELIVER strategic and regulatory change across the operating platform of a global Asset Manager seeking its next Project Manager. The team operates in a decentralised model, partnering with business leads to shape, coordinate, and implement change across...

Technical Support Analyst (CPT Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical & results-driven Technical Support Analyst is sought by a dynamic Independent Asset Management Firm to ensure seamless IT support for software, hardware and applications across regional and global teams, both on-site and remotely....

Technical Support Analyst (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical & results-driven Technical Support Analyst is sought by a dynamic Independent Asset Management Firm to ensure seamless IT support for software, hardware and applications across regional and global teams, both on-site and remotely....

Energy Project Manager

An excellent opportunity to join a top consulting engineering company's Energy Division as a Project Manager for their Renewable Energy projects.Key Responsibilities will include:Develop detailed project execution plans to ensure successful delivery of projects.Work...

Energy Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town

An excellent opportunity to join a top consulting engineering company's Energy Division as a Project Manager for their Renewable Energy projects.Key Responsibilities will include:Develop detailed project execution plans to ensure successful delivery of projects.Work...

Financial Systems Administrator

An exciting opportunity available within the Retail / FMCG industry for a Financial Systems Administrator based in Brackenfell, Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the financial systems department...

Senior Data Scientist (CH1109)

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client, a credit provider in the retail industry, is seeking a talented Senior Data Scientist to join their team. The Data Scientist is responsible for creating business value by applying data...

Intermediate Business Analyst – Hybrid

Our client is looking for an Intermediate Business Analyst to be based in Pretoria/SomersetWest for a Hybrid role. The candidate needs experience in SDLC and the following personal qualities: Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.Ability to...

Financial Systems Administrator – Western Cape Brackenfell

An exciting opportunity available within the Retail / FMCG industry for a Financial Systems Administrator based in Brackenfell, Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the financial systems department...

Senior Data Scientist (CH1109) – Western Cape Kuils River

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights?Our client, a credit provider in the retail industry, is seeking a talented Senior Data Scientist to join their team. The Data Scientist is responsible for creating business value by applying data...

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