Hormuz a tech chokepoint that heightens semiconductor, AI infrastructure risks

A functional impairment of the Strait of Hormuz is rapidly emerging as a critical yet underappreciated risk to the global technology supply chain, with specialty materials such as helium now presenting a larger immediate threat to semiconductors and AI infrastructure...

We have liftoff! Now follow Artemis II live

NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at the agency’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida last night, sending four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft on a planned test flight around the Moon and back. It’s the first time NASA is...

Employees under the lash as financial stress grows

There has been a decisive shift in the pressures faced by South Africa’s workforce, with financial stress moving from outside the top 10 employee concerns in 2021 to one of the top five in 2025. This is according to data compiled from Lyra Southern Africa’s Employee...

Businesses brace for long-term impacts from Iran conflict

Kathy Gibson reports - Even if the conflict in the Middle East were to end tomorrow, the long-term impacts will continue to dog the world for months. That’s the key takeaway from KPMG’s latest Global Economic and Geopolitical Outlook, which unpacked what some of the...

AI-enabling cloud services are the future of cloud

The adoption of AI within cloud services is poised to revolutionise IT operations, embedding AI as a fundamental element across everything from infrastructure management to application deployment. Significant investment from vendors is speeding up the commoditisation...

HashiCorp builds agentic infrastructure with Project infragraph

IBM company HashiCorp has introduced a series of infrastructure and security lifecycle innovations, and a preview of Project infragraph — a new strategic investment for the HashiCorp Cloud Platform (HCP) that lays the groundwork for agentic infrastructure....

Motorists shift from ownership to usage-based leasing

In fleet management, determining the optimal vehicle replacement cycle is a critical decision that directly impacts operational efficiency, safety, maintenance costs, and cash flow. By Prashanth Bisnath, WesBank national head of sales: fleet management and leasing...

Lower inflation boosts February take-home pay

The real take-home pay, measured in the BankservAfrica’s Take-home Pay Index (BTPI), saw an encouraging rise in February as the sharp slowdown in inflation through 2024 continues to have a positive effect on salary earners’ purchasing power. While supporting...

Big changes ahead for payments industry

There is an urgent need for decisive action to ensure profitable and sustainable long-term growth in the payments industry.Boston Consulting Group (BCG)’s 22nd annual Global Payments Report, titled Fortune Favors the Bold. It emphasises the strategic imperative for...

Massive increase in ransomware attacks

Alarming new findings from NordStellar reveal that ransomware attacks are skyrocketing, causing serious concerns to businesses around the world. Up to 20 March 2025, 2 040 new ransomware cases were made public on the dark web, which marks an 81% increase compared to...

Reset expectations about AI’s impact on productivity and headcount

Despite artificial intelligence’s (AI) promise for enhancing efficiency, many organisations struggle to turn investments in traditional and generative AI (GenAI) into material improvements in worker productivity, according to a survey by Gartner. Gartner's survey of...

Semiconductor Foundry 2.0 enters growth phase

According to IDC’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Supply Chain Tracking Intelligence report, the global semiconductor market, following a recovery in 2024, is expected to experience steady growth in 2025. The broadly defined Foundry 2.0 market -  encompassing foundry,...

UN agencies move to protect satellite navigation

Increasing incidents of interference with aviation, maritime and other satellite telecommunications services mean states must urgently enhance the protection of a critical radio-frequency band, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International...

Stablecoins rise to hold 8% of crypto market cap

While crypto investors often seek the thrill of high-risk, high-reward opportunities, many are increasingly turning to stablecoins to weather market volatility. This shift in preferences combined with regulatory clarity, growing institutional interest, and the rise of...

More News Today

Lenovo accelerates digital transformation with new PC solutions

Yesterday at MWC 2023, Lenovo unveiled its latest PC and Chromebook solutions to help embrace dispersed hybrid working styles and provide advanced features that empower users across a broad selection of requirements and needs. Encompassing a progressive and...

Huawei advocates quicker progress towards an intelligent world

5G is opening the door to an intelligent world, and the leap to 5.5G will be a key milestone along this journey. This is according to Huawei's Carrier BG president Li Peng, speaking at Huawei's MWC Barcelona 2023 Day 0 Forum. Li emphasizes that the industry had to...

Cisco, NTT bring private 5G to enterprise customers

Cisco and NTT, the parent company of Dimension Data, have announced plans to collaborate to drive Private 5G adoption across the Automotive, Logistics, Healthcare, Retail and Public sectors. NTT and Cisco plan to co-innovate and jointly bring to market the technology...

Ericsson leads in ABI Research sustainability assessment

Ericsson has been named the overall sustainability leader in a study conducted by ABI Research that evaluated the capabilities of telecom vendors to reduce energy use and waste across the industry. ABI ranked more than 80 telco vendors and suppliers based on the two...

Tech key in addressing SA literacy challenges

According to the Department of Higher Education and Training, literacy is and always will be a topic of conversation in South Africa, where 3,7-million people are illiterate. The reasons for these illiteracy rates are vast and range from the legacy of Apartheid to the...

Carbon capture, utilisation and storage are game-changers for Africa

It would be difficult to exaggerate the value that carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology offers Africa's oil and gas industry. By NJ Ayuk, chairman of the African Energy Chamber With oil and gas-producing countries facing tremendous pressure to...

Ricoh SA completes sustainable solar rollout

Ricoh South Africa has completed a major solar power installation at its new Regional Head Office in Equites Park in Meadowview Business Estate. The announcement coincides with Ricoh's global commitment to environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) goals...

Rectron expands partnership with Microsoft

Rectron has expanded its existing partnership with Microsoft to distribute Microsoft 365, Windows and server software into the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Rectron and Microsoft's partnership has spanned almost two decades, and this is another...

Vertiv in distribution agreement with Technology Access Group

Vertiv has announced a distribution agreement with South Africa-based TechAccess that allows TechAccess to distribute Vertiv's integrated rack solutions portfolio designed for the enterprise sector and to support critical infrastructure systems. The TechAccess...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Business Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Consult with business to identify business problems and opportunitiesAssist with conceptualization, proposal...

Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Java Software EngineerThe Level III Software Engineer is a key member of a dynamic, cross-functional team responsible for the entire software development lifecycle-from initial concept through development, deployment, and ongoing operation. This role demands a strong...

Data Analyst

Be the brains behind better audits! Join an External Audit team as a Data Analyst and be the detective behind the numbers—spotting anomalies, uncovering hidden patterns, and driving smarter decisions.The ideal candidate will support audit engagements by leveraging...

Data Warehouse Analyst

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Warehouse Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Requirements Gathering:...

Data Analyst – Sandton

Our client is looking for a dynamic, energetic and self-motivated individual to work from their Johannesburg Office. They will be responsible for analysing data of clients and potential clients, with a goal of quantifying value available and using this to drive sales...

Project Manager (Electrical)

Take the lead in driving successful project execution within a thriving electrical and construction environment! Is this you?You are an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in electrical construction, skilled in managing projects from initiation...

Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg North

Be the brains behind better audits! Join an External Audit team as a Data Analyst and be the detective behind the numbers—spotting anomalies, uncovering hidden patterns, and driving smarter decisions.The ideal candidate will support audit engagements by leveraging...

Data Warehouse Analyst – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Warehouse Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Requirements Gathering:...

Data Analyst – Sandton – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for a dynamic, energetic and self-motivated individual to work from their Johannesburg Office. They will be responsible for analysing data of clients and potential clients, with a goal of quantifying value available and using this to drive sales...

View more career listings on our Careers Section