Spend on AI-optimised IaaS surges
Worldwide AI-optimised infrastructure as a service (IaaS) spending is projected to grow 96% through 2026, reaching $42-billion, according to Gartner. “This growth is driven by continued demand for infrastructure to support large language model (LLM) training and the...
SA records most fraud cases in Africa
South Africa has recorded the highest number of occupational fraud cases in sub-Saharan Africa, according to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' (ACFE) latest Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations. The report found that South Africa accounted for...
Microsoft still top phished brand, but ChatGPT now on the radar
Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand on Check Point’s Brand Phishing Ranking - accounting for 23% of all brand phishing attempts during the quarter, nearly double the next-closest brand. The findings also show that cybercriminals continue to exploit the trust...
AI a core component of Eskom’s future
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei SA Connect 2026 in Sandton – Africa’s biggest energy provider Eskom is in the midst of a major technology reset. Group chief technology officer Len de Villiers says the scope of the challenge is huge: with 42 000 staff members and 18...
Value creation key to harnessing AI potential
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei SA Connect 2026 in Sandton - We are living in the golden era of artificial intelligence (AI), and South Africa is well-positioned to seize real value from the technology. Studies show that AI could contribute as much as R1,4-trillion...
SA urged to act now to seize AI opportunity
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei SA Connect 2026 - Huawei has changed the AI acronym – it now speaks about All Intelligence that can create new value for industry. Nicholas Ma, corporate vice-president, president global government and enterprise key account department...
Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?
On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...
New discovery could help 6G networks cut through interference
A breakthrough new development in communications research may have solved a key problem with one of the enabling technologies set to underpin the 6G networks of the future. A team of engineers led from the University of Glasgow have found a way to help wireless...
Surge in SA spending during FIFA World Cup 2026
Spending at sports and recreation resorts increased 72% in South Africa during the opening weekend of this year’s FIFA World Cup, according to Visa data highlighting local spending patterns during the tournament. And, ahead of South Africa's Round of 32 match against...
CFOs want productivity from AI
Finance organisations are often investing in artificial intelligence (AI) in ways that do not align with board expectations, creating a gap between AI activity and perceived business value, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 204 finance leaders in March 2026...
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The case for treating cybersecurity as a corporate sustainability metric
ESG discussions in South African boards generally default to carbon, community impact and governance process. While those remain essential, they don’t tell the full story of organisational sustainability, writes Richard Ford, group chief technology officer of...
Data and AI can enable a proactive government
For decades, public service delivery has largely followed a reactive model: citizens identify a need, submit an application, and wait for a response. By Ntsako Baloyi, data and AI lead, and Varaidzo Mureriwa, MD in the health and public service business at Accenture,...
AI, global uncertainty to top talks at Southern Africa’s leading cyber security event
Geopolitical uncertainty and AI’s impact on the security landscape are expected to top the agenda when over 1,000 cyber security stakeholders gather for the annual ITWeb Security Summit in Johannesburg next month. The ITWeb Security Summit, renowned as the must-attend...
Discovery Bank rolls out AI-powered services
Discovery Bank has announced a major expansion of its AI-powered banking capabilities, alongside new security and servicing enhancements, as well as a rewards partnership with DStv. Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank, says: “We are entering the next phase in...
Future-proof your career with transferable skills
Having a relevant qualification and experience in your profession can help you to land an interview for your dream job. But showing that you have the skills and qualities to thrive in a fast-changing working environment can often be the factor that gets you the offer...
From the spaza to the cloud: closing the digital divide
There is a story South Africa has been telling itself about the digital divide, and it is only half true. The dominant narrative frames the problem as one of connectivity: lay the fibre, lower data prices, extend mobile coverage, and the informal economy will follow....
Your company is already breached, you just don’t know it yet
Attackers are no longer relying on sophisticated exploits to break in. Instead, they are systematically targeting weak credentials, misconfigured systems, and exposed devices, writes J2 Software sales director Roy Alves. In fact, multiple industry reports now show...
Liquid adds cloud, security services in Botswana
Liquid Intelligent Technologies is celebrating a decade of operations in Botswana, and has offered a new range of cloud and cybersecurity services. At the centre of the new offering is Secure360, the company’s integrated security framework that enables organisations...
SAS Customer Intelligence 360 expands agentic AI
SAS has announced the expansion of agentic AI capabilities within SAS Customer Intelligence 360 with specialised AI agents designed to work alongside marketers. This new generation of purpose-built AI agents will collaborate with users, operate within defined...
Red Hat debuts sovereign and private cloud capabilities
Red Hat has announced the expansion of its sovereign and private cloud capabilities, empowering global organisations with greater control over their technology and data. As operational independence becomes both a regulatory directive and strategic mandate, Red Hat is...
Project Manager (Waterproofing) – Gauteng Pretoria
Take full ownership of projects, coordinate site activity, and keep delivery on track at a specialist waterproofing business in Pretoria East.This role suits someone with construction experience who understands the practical realities of waterproofing work and is...
Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our clients are looking for a project manager to join their team Job Description:The Project Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and closing out the wash bay construction project to ensure safe, compliant, timely, and operationally ready...
Senior Technical Specialist – IBM SUITE
Duration: 6 Months Contract (Cape Town, Western Cape) Senior Technical Specialist - IBM SUITEThe candidate hired for this role will be tasked to manage different content repositories including IBM Content Manager 8, IBM Content Manager OnDemand, and the web client...
. Net Developer
Fullstack (. Net) developerDuration: 12 months (8 hours per day, 4/5 days per week)Location: Bellville, Cape Town The University seeks a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent contract resource (.Net Developer) to support the Information Communication Services...
Project Manager (Networks/Telecommunications) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing complex, cross functional projects and building strong supplier relationships while keeping every implementation on time, in scope and within budget.RequirementsWhat they will do: Build and manage relationships...
Senior Technical Specialist – IBM SUITE – Western Cape Cape Town
Duration: 6 Months Contract (Cape Town, Western Cape) Senior Technical Specialist - IBM SUITEThe candidate hired for this role will be tasked to manage different content repositories including IBM Content Manager 8, IBM Content Manager OnDemand, and the web client...
. Net Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
Fullstack (. Net) developerDuration: 12 months (8 hours per day, 4/5 days per week)Location: Bellville, Cape Town The University seeks a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent contract resource (.Net Developer) to support the Information Communication Services...
Project Manager (Networks/Telecommunications) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing complex, cross functional projects and building strong supplier relationships while keeping every implementation on time, in scope and within budget.RequirementsWhat they will do: Build and manage relationships...
SAP ABAP Developer
Tasks:Develop and enhance ABAP programs, reports, interfaces, forms, and workflowsPerform Object-Oriented ABAP development, testing, and debuggingDesigns forms for SAP modules using SAPscript, Smartforms and Adobe.Translate business requirements into technical...
Analyst Programmer Natural Adabas – Contract | Hybrid – Pretoria
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a trusted ICT and digital transformation partner with a strong footprint across South Africa. They deliver end-to-end advisory, innovative technology solutions, managed services, and people solutions that drive measurable business impact,...
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