Technology critical for African agriculture’s future

Technology - particularly artificial intelligence (AI) – plays a critical role in enhancing agricultural productivity and reducing poverty across the continent. This is one of the findings from a white paper highlighting the trends shaping the agricultural landscape...

Thousands of ICT jobs in SA are going unfilled

South Africa’s digital economy is growing fast, but not fast enough to keep up with the country’s pressing need for jobs. New research by Collective X shows that, while employers need digital skills, too many junior roles are going unfilled. This highlights a critical...

Executives turn to hybrid work amid economic uncertainty

Research from International Workplace Group reveals that nine out of 10 c-suite executives are concerned about the business impact of macroeconomic instability. As a result, they are turning to hybrid working, empowering their people to work from a combination of...

Deeper divides for vulnerable economies as tariffs bite

A wave of new import tariffs is set to reshape global trade dynamics and significantly raise trade costs for many developing countries, alerts UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in a new data-driven analysis, titled "Sparing the vulnerable: The cost of new tariff...

The evolution of a tech company

Kathy Gibson reports from Nutanix .Next in Washington DC - Nutanix was set up 16 years ago as a hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) company focused on managing storage, compute, and virtualisation across data centres. It has come a long way since then, today providing...

Toll road payment technology cuts fraud by 90%

he introduction of a new online toll solution from FNB is reducing fraud related to toll road payment methods. Traditional payment methods on toll roads were inconvenient for motorists and vulnerable to abuse and fraud. Fraudsters were, with little effort, able to...

How AI is key to cybersecurity

We are on the precipice of an unprecedented shift that is reshaping the cybersecurity industry and how organisations tread through the digital landscape, write Morné Louwrens, MD: advisory at Marsh Africa, and Prejlin Naidoo, digital partner at Oliver Wyman. In 2024,...

Security spend in MENA set for 14% growth

Information security spending by Middle East and North Africa (MENA) enterprises is projected to total $3,3-billion in 2025, an increase of 14% from 2024, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. Security software will remain the largest spending category in...

Why microlenders are under the regulatory spotlight

Microlenders face two regulators and one big risk, writes Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks360. Microlending is the practice of providing small loans to individuals or groups who can’t access traditional financial services. In South Africa, microlenders have become a...

Watch Blue Origin’s all-female flight launch

At 15h30 this afternoon, Blue Origin’s 11th human flight, NS-31, will lift off with an all-female crew – the first in almost 60 years. Watch the launch here. The launch window opens today at 15h30 South African time (08h30 CDT). The mission includes Aisha Bowe, Amanda...

Africans tend to misplace blame for climate change

Across 39 African countries, most of those who have heard of climate change place primary responsibility for addressing it on their government, while a further third saw ordinary citizens as most responsible, and very few placed responsibility on historical emitters....

Massive growth for semiconductor revenue

Worldwide semiconductor revenue totaled $655,9-billion in 2024, up 21% from $542,1-billion in 2023, according to final results by Gartner. Nvidia climbed to the number one position, overtaking Samsung Electronics and Intel for the first time. “The position shift among...

5G IoT to grow at plus-50% CAGR

The global 5G IoT market size is expected to reach $89,42-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 50,3% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growth can be ascribed to improved dependability, decreased latency, expanded capacity, and...

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Times 3 Technologies awarded Sage Platinum Elite status

T3T has also been named Sage’s ‘Top Partner’ for the Middle East, Africa, and Indian Ocean Islands region. "The winners of the Sage Platinum Club Awards for Partners embody what it means to drive growth and innovation in partnership with Sage," says Derk Bleeker,...

Kyocera earns global recognition in 2025 BLI Awards

Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa (KDZA) announces the latest global recognition from Keypoint Intelligence which offers significant local impact. The company has been honoured with the 2025-2027 Most Reliable A3 Brand Award and two 2025 Pick Awards for its...

The future of payments is on your smartphone

Digital payments are surging in South Africa as more people tap or scan to pay from their smartphones rather than using cash or cards. A report from Discovery and Visa finds that digital wallet usage grew 9% in 2023 with 60% of South Africans preferring digital...

How inkjet technology drives business growth

Businesses that want to reduce energy consumption and increase productivity are switching to inkjet. This is the word from Heidie-Mari Middel, production team leader at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa. As companies strive to adapt to rising energy costs,...

Burnt bridges, torched reputations among 2025’s top career killers

Building your reputation and network has always been sound career advice, but in today’s unprecedentedly competitive environment, have taken on a new significance as they could become instant deal-makers or breakers when job hunting, a leadership expert says. “The...

AI in remuneration, dive in or hold off?

Artificial intelligence (AI) should not be used in employee remuneration just because it’s an exciting new technology. This is according to Andre Daniels, chartered reward specialist and exco member at the South African Reward Association (SARA), who says: “We need to...

Acer unveils TravelMate laptops for education

Acer has announced the new Acer TravelMate B5 14, TravelMate B3 11, and the convertible TravelMate Spin 12, all featuring advanced technology, rugged designs, and reliable features to support students in both in-class and hybrid learning environments. The devices are...

Datacentrix achieves 100% black ownership

Datacentrix has become 100% black owned, while retaining its Level 1 broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) rating for the eighth consecutive year. The organisation scored a 127 out of 130 points on its latest B-BBEE scorecard, reflecting sustained efforts in...

AI-enabled tech could be Africa’s growth catalyst

As Africa emerges as a digital powerhouse, global and local companies are increasingly investing in transformative fields like cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and information and communication technologies (ICT). Dr Jannie Zaaiman, secretary-general of...

SOC II Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is an industry leader in Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, with a reputation built on technical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience. Their comprehensive managed services offer continuous, robust...

Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

CMS System Billing Administrator – Remote Remote

Legal Billing & Systems Administrator: Step into the heart of a dynamic legal finance environment where precision meets purpose. This exciting opportunity calls for a sharp-minded professional to take the reins of billing and systems administration in a fast-paced...

IT Project Manager – Gauteng Centurion

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented IT Project Manager to lead and deliver technology-driven initiatives with efficiency and innovation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, from planning through execution, while...

UI/UX Designer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is seeking a creative, innovative, analytical and experienced self-starter to join their dynamic company and to take responsibility for the full design process of web-based and mobile business applications, including user experience and user interface...

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