Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn
Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...
UCT researchers uncover molecular ‘switch’ that fuels cancer
Researchers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Scientific Computing Research Unit (SCRU) have uncovered a critical molecular "switch" that drives the formation of cancer-associated antigens. The study, published in Nature Communications, details how the spatial...
Beyond the gap: How girls are leading the AI revolution
Every year on the fourth Thursday of April, the world pauses to recognise something urgent and hopeful: the untapped potential of girls in technology. By Sega Tiro, executive: commercial and growth at ASI Connect This year, International Girls in ICT Day falls on 23...
Defining the future-ready CFO
Rapid shifts in AI, geopolitics and workforce dynamics require CFOs to invest time cultivating seven future‑ready behaviours, says Gartner. “A constellation of macro trends is upending traditional approaches to value creation,” says Emily Riley, vice-president analyst...
Cisco debuts Sovereign Critical Infrastructure
Cisco has launched its Sovereign Critical Infrastructure (SCI) portfolio for customers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The portfolio spans Cisco’s core product lines including networking, security, compute, collaboration, network management, AI and...
IMF outlook masks rising FX risk for SMEs
As the International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases its April 2026 World Economic Outlook, pointing to a fragile and uneven global recovery, fintech company Verto warns that South African SMEs trading internationally are facing a growing and often underestimated threat:...
SA startups join Google accelerator
Two South African technology startups - Loop and Vambo AI - have been selected to join the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa. Chosen from a competitive pool of nearly 2 600 applications, they are part of a final pan-African group of 15...
Research reveals where SA’s fight against stunting is falling short
South Africa has one of the highest rates of stunting among upper-middle income countries globally, with little change in the last three decades despite government’s efforts to tackle poverty and expand access to social grants. More than a quarter of children under...
Liquid Intelligent Technologies draws outsized demand for $300m bond
In a test of institutional appetite for African credit, Liquid Intelligent Technologies has closed a $660-million debt financing round, including a $300-million Eurobond that was oversubscribed 2,5-times - a result that signifies a meaningful vote of confidence in 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...
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Bob unifies marketplace, payments, logistics
South African ecommerce platform Bob is rolling out shopaygo - an integrated ecommerce concept that unifies marketplace, payments and logistics into a single connected experience. At its core, shopaygo is about removing the stops between shopping, paying and sending....
Multiple payment options improve online travel sales
Adding diverse payment options directly increases checkout conversions and increased basket size. This is one of the findings of The future of travel in South Africa: How travellers discover, book and pay, commissioned by Peach Payments and PayJustNow. Conducted by...
Contact centre solution enables remote workforce
Catalytic has launched a Cisco-powered, AI-based contact centre solution for local firms needing to connect their distributed staff with customers. ICASA’s most recent State of the ICT Sector report reveals a South Africa with limited fixed broadband access and...
Rent payments go real-time
Rental agencies operate in one of real estate's tightest financial windows. In a matter of days, they must collect rent, reconcile it to the correct lease, pay suppliers and municipalities, and get landlords their money before bond debit orders hit. Traditional bank...
SoftwareOne retains VMware by Broadcom Pinnacle Partner status
SoftwareOne has confirmed that it continues as a VMware by Broadcom Pinnacle Partner, the highest tier in the VMware partner program. Following Broadcom’s restructuring of the VMware business and partner ecosystem, the partner status designation now applies to a...
SA medtech raises R85m to accelerate AI-powered TB screening
South African medtech company AI Diagnostics has raised R85-million in a pre-Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its AI-powered Ostium digital stethoscope, enabling early tuberculosis (TB) screening without specialist equipment or infrastructure. The...
Return to tradition, save tokens
By Barry Buck - The hottest developer tool on the Internet right now is a plugin that makes your AI talk like a caveman. I’m not joking. It’s called Caveman, it cuts around 75% of output tokens, and its tagline is: “Why use many token when few do trick.” It has...
2026 will be the real test of supplier due diligence in SA
South Africa's removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October 2025 marked a critical turning point for the country's financial credibility. But for businesses, particularly procurement and compliance teams, the real test is only beginning. If...
Should managed services be engineering-led or helpdesk-led?
As enterprises become increasingly dependent on always-on digital platforms, the role of managed services is undergoing a critical shift. What was once seen as a support function is now a determinant of operational resilience, business continuity, and executive...
Unleashing creativity: The role of AI PCs in the creative economy
The creative economy in South Africa is considered a significant economic driver, with design, audio-visual, and media leading the sector. It is considered a crucial, high-growth sector for job creation, particularly for youth, writes Marc Layne, sales director at...
Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Business Analyst to work closely with development teams and stakeholders to analyse, document, and improve business processes. This role involves requirements gathering, solution design support, and ensuring alignment between business needs...
Software Engineer: Back-End III – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Title: Software Engineer: Back-End III Our Approach We are more than just a financial services provider. Our mission is to simplify banking and help clients take control of their financial lives. We focus on delivering accessible, affordable solutions through...
Database Developer
Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1563
Projects:Rapidly experiment with multiple solutions.Implement pixel perfect UI designs.Implement re-usable HTML and JS logic.Ensure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all...
Database Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1563 – Gauteng Pretoria
Projects:Rapidly experiment with multiple solutions.Implement pixel perfect UI designs.Implement re-usable HTML and JS logic.Ensure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all...
Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer
Seeking a Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer to work on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative, outcomes-based environment. Key Requirements Minimum 3-5 years of full-stack development experienceStrong Python (Django) and Angular skillsProven ability to...
Full Stack Developer (Entry) 1428
Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software components across the AI product stack.Implement clean, efficient, and well-tested code following team best practices.Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to build user-friendly...
Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking a Mid-Level Full-Stack Software Developer to work on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative, outcomes-based environment. Key Requirements Minimum 3-5 years of full-stack development experienceStrong Python (Django) and Angular skillsProven ability to...
Full Stack Developer (Entry) 1428 – Gauteng Pretoria
Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of software components across the AI product stack.Implement clean, efficient, and well-tested code following team best practices.Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product stakeholders to build user-friendly...
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