PMI points to manufacturing fragility
The November PMI results highlight the ongoing fragility in South Africa’s manufacturing sector. A steep deterioration in demand and production overshadowed slight gains in employment and business expectations. Lower cost pressures are a positive, but alone are not...
Vehicle sales continue positive streak
Aggregate motor industry sales of 54 896 units in November were 12,5% higher than in November 2024, while the year-to-date total of 547 966 units is 15,4% ahead of the figure recorded in the first 11 months of last year. “As we approach the end of 2025, the motor...
Study offers guidance to improve access to rabies vaccines
A new study published in the journal Vaccine reveals that improvements in the supply chain and delivery of human rabies vaccines in Tanzania and Kenya could significantly reduce preventable deaths and ensure more efficient use of health budgets. The study was...
Channel veteran Gary Pickford leaves Tarsus
By Mark Davison - After more than 24 years in various roles at the group, Gary Pickford, CEO of Tarsus Distribution, has resigned from the company. Group chief financial officer Emile Burger will take up the reins of the company from Pickford. “It is with a heavy...
SA not progressing in cybersecurity readiness
Kathy Gibson reports - Cybersecurity readiness remains alarmingly low in 2025. Organisations are still struggling with many of the basics, compounded by new complexities introduced by AI and an ongoing skills shortages. This is according to Cisco’s 2025 Cybersecurity...
Tariff shocks, AI disruption strain global growth
The global economic outlook has worsened since the start of the year, as rising economic nationalism and tariff volatility fuel uncertainty and risk stalling long-term decision-making, according to a new World Economic Forum report. The latest Chief Economists...
Most banks are exploring GenAI
Improving operating efficiency is the most common reason banks are considering using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). Banks are also considering using GenAI to improve customer experience and drive business growth. These are among the key finding from a...
Africa’s short-term outlook is resilient
Africa’s economy is projected to increase from 3,3%growth in 2024 to 3,9% in 2025, reaching 45 in 2026, despite mounting geopolitical uncertainties and trade tensions, according to the African Development Bank Group’s flagship 2025 African Economic Outlook report....
Are SA companies creating value?
A new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG), “2025 Value Creators: After a Decade of Growth, What's Next?”, provides insights into the global equity capital markets and corporate value creation, including a look at companies in South Africa. The report, which has...
Massive sales, profit growth for Nvidia
Nvidia has reported massive growth for the most recent quarter, with sales up 69% from the comparative period last year to $44,1-billion. Net income was up 26% to $18.78 billion. On 9 April 2025, Nvidia was informed by the US government that a license is required for...
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A data culture drives better decision making, customer centricity
As companies navigate challenging market conditions and respond to rising interest rates and costs of doing business, the role data can play in driving strategic decisions is more important than ever. Yet having data doesn't automatically ensure that businesses will...
SA should challenge its view of education to remain globally relevant
Since the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution in 2015, and its subsequent rise in prominence, the global view of education has been challenged to the extent that education systems need to be adaptable, or they will face becoming irrelevant. "The existing view of...
Smartphone adoption in Africa to reach 87% by 2030
Things are looking optimistic for Africa's mobile economy, according to the latest Mobile Economy 2023 report, released by the Global System Operators and Manufacturers Association (GSMA). The report projects sub-Saharan Africa as being one of the global regions that...
Strike a balance between hyper-personalisation and data privacy
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Salesforce, Deloitte tackles skills shortage
Salesforce and Deloitte Africa have joined forces to address skills development in South Africa - an issue of high priority for both these global brands. The first iteration of the partnership is the Trailblazer Training Week, happening in Johannesburg between 27...
Syntech recalls some Gizzu portable power stations
Syntech Distribution is recalling a limited batch of its Gizzu 300Wh and 500Wh portable power stations after receiving reports of a small number of devices overheating while charging, therefore posing a potential fire risk. The reports were received over the last few...
Why strong, unique passwords are important
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How does digital transformation impacts your bottom line?
When I started writing this article, I was looking for the best definition of "digital transformation", writes Drikus Van der Walt, pre-sales and engineering lead at Halo Dot. Intuitively the phrase makes sense by itself: transformation, or some change that is...
Stay safe from SIM swap fraud
The last few years have seen a sharp rise in SIM swap fraud, placing the mobile and digital sectors at risk of disrepute. This can result in great implications for all the participants in the value chain, including mobile users, mobile operators, digital services, and...
For complex security landscape, best practices can be simple
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SAP ABAP Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you an ABAP wizard who dreams in code and thrives in agile environments? Love solving complex problems with clean syntax and a bit of flair? Then step into a role where you'll build, break, and rebuild enterprise-grade SAP solutions, while having fun doing...
Machine Learning Engineer (12-Month Contract)
Machine Learning Engineer (12-Month Contract)Join a leading AI consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for enterprise clients.Johannesburg | R600 - R640 per hour | Contract About Our ClientOur client is a specialist consultancy that helps businesses harness the...
SAP ABAP Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Are you an ABAP wizard who dreams in code and thrives in agile environments? Love solving complex problems with clean syntax and a bit of flair? Then step into a role where you'll build, break, and rebuild enterprise-grade SAP solutions, while having fun doing...
Machine Learning Engineer (12-Month Contract) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Machine Learning Engineer (12-Month Contract)Join a leading AI consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for enterprise clients.Johannesburg | R600 - R640 per hour | Contract About Our ClientOur client is a specialist consultancy that helps businesses harness the...
Front End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Front End Developer with a strong focus on Angular to join a dynamic team delivering innovative digital solutions. The role offers the opportunity to implement cutting-edge user interfaces, collaborate closely with stakeholders, and...
Data Engineer
Data Engineer (Contractor)Work on impactful data projects with a leading insurance clientJohannesburg | R550 per hour | [Phone Number Removed];-month contract with extension potential About Our ClientOur client is a specialist data and technology consultancy,...
Front End Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
We are seeking a highly skilled Front End Developer with a strong focus on Angular to join a dynamic team delivering innovative digital solutions. The role offers the opportunity to implement cutting-edge user interfaces, collaborate closely with stakeholders, and...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Data Engineer (Contractor)Work on impactful data projects with a leading insurance clientJohannesburg | R550 per hour | [Phone Number Removed];-month contract with extension potential About Our ClientOur client is a specialist data and technology consultancy,...
Network Engineer
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C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a passionate Senior C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist to join an international team developing AI-based quality assurance solutions for industrial production. In this role, you will work with cutting-edge technologies such as Cloud, Edge...
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