Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Nobel Prize in Physics goes to quantum mechanics inventors

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 to three scientists for the “discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit”. The laureates are John Clarke, from...

Public advised to just say goodbye to fraud

You are going about your day when you receive an unexpected call from your “bank” claiming there is fraud on your account. The caller tries to pressure you into taking action, but something does not feel right. So what do you do? Just say goodbye. The Southern African...

Intel accelerates AI at the edge with open ecosystem

Intel is unveiling its new Intel AI Edge Systems, Edge AI Suites and Open Edge Platform initiatives. These offerings help streamline and speed up AI adoption at the edge across industries such as retail, manufacturing, smart cities, and media and entertainment by...

Security spending set for 12% global increase

According to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Security Spending Guide, global security spending is expected to grow by 12,2% year on year in 2025. The increasing complexity and frequency of cyberthreats — accelerated by...

These are the top supply chain technology trends for 2025

Agentic AI, ambient invisible intelligence, and an augmented connected workforce are some of the top supply chain technology trends for 2025, according to Gartner. Advancements in technology will provide supply chain technology leaders and chief supply chain officers...

Cyberthreats put water systems at risk

Water is the essence of life, but in today’s digital world, it’s also an increasingly attractive target for cyber criminals. Water treatment plants and distribution systems rely on digital controls, which, if compromised, can lead to disastrous consequences, including...

CRM technologies the most valued by finance

Customer relationship management (CRM) technologies are the most valued in the finance function, according to a survey by Gartner. The Gartner survey of 383 finance leaders taken in October 2024 showed that CRM technology, cloud ERP and analytics and business...

Swiftnet sale to go ahead

Telkom’s disposal of Swiftnet can go ahead, with most of the suspensive conditions having been met. Telkom today announced that all suspensive conditions preceding the disposal have been fulfilled other than those standard conditions that run until the business day...

Digital nomads fuel Cape Town’s property boom

The successful conclusion of the inaugural Nomad Week, hosted by the City of Cape Town, underscored Cape Town’s strategic move to position itself as a global hub for remote workers. While concerns have been raised about the impact of this trend on local affordability,...

Hybrid work promotes healthier, more productive staff

According to new research, hybrid workers take fewer sick days, are less stressed and enjoy improved levels of health and well-being. A study of more than 2 000 hybrid workers by International Workplace Group, the world’s largest operator of flexible workspaces, found...

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How to strengthen the supply chain

Relationships are key to building enduring supply chains and driving value, writes David Steyn, customer engagement business manager at Decision Inc. The supply chain has changed. Digital transformation has shifted the ways in which companies and individuals engage...

Avoid these pitfalls when managing hybrid cloud environments

The uptake of the cloud has been anything but linear. Some early adopters migrated everything, only to discover that not everything was suitable to sit in the cloud, and many ended up having to move critical data and systems back in-house. By Marius Maritz, technical...

December is a time to recharge but what about the planet?

Those of us who are lucky enough to be traveling this December are looking forward to a well-earned break. It may be somewhere along our staggeringly beautiful coast, in our majestic mountain ranges, or to one of our many game and nature reserves. Mother nature's...

An even more challenging cybersecurity landscape is on the horizon

If Check Point Software's Cybersecurity Predictions for 2023 are anything to go by, then next year will see even more global cyberattacks, government regulation, and consolidation of security solutions take place than we have ever seen. By Lindsay Blackie, channel...

Rebuilding trust and efficiency in the public sector

The public sector plays by different rules. Unlike the private sector, where customer service and differentiation by excellence are mandatory for survival, the public sector has a de facto monopoly on the services that it delivers. If a citizen has a negative...

Don’t let cybercriminals ruin the holiday cheer for your kids

While parents and schools have measures in place to keep children safe at school, on the playground and at home, it's important to remember cybercriminals don't take a break during weekends and school holidays, writes Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET South Africa....

Applying algorithms to workplace conflict could save millions

The NBA was recently rocked by footage of Golden State Warrior teammates involved in a fistfight during practice. By Martin Dippenaar, CEO of Global Kinetic It is certainly not the first time athletes at the highest level have been known to have the pressures of...

How to leverage value from data that actually makes business better

We all know that data is integral to business, but often the focus lies squarely on analytics and decision-making capabilities, when data is also critical to operations. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management Any investment into a solution to improve...

Identity theft puts South Africans at risk

Identity theft in South Africa continues to rise, despite numerous warnings and efforts to protect consumers. Reports suggest that someone's identity is stolen somewhere in the world every two seconds. Recent statistics from the National Council on Identity Theft...

When customers need a digital advisor, not a digital assistant

For some companies, selling and servicing their products digitally is relatively simple. You upload your products into an online store and ensure the buying and delivery process is slick and seamless. By Ryan Falkenberg, co-CEO of Clevva To help answer basic product...

Intermediate Business Analyst

A transformation partner that helps businesses digitize their operations is seeking a driven and collaborative Intermediate Business Analyst to join their Managed Services team. You'll play a key role in supporting their clients by enhancing existing software...

Mid-Level SharePoint Developer (6-Month Contract) (JHB Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:OUR client, a reputable Non-Profit with a mission to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem, has an exciting 6-month renewable contract for a highly skilled Mid-Level SharePoint Developer to join its team. Your role will involve integrating...

Specialist Reporting & Data Analyst at Reverside

Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We're seeking a proactive, business-focused...

Junior Web Administrator (6 Months Contract)

Junior Website Administrator JOB DESCRIPTION Manage Portal Support Mailbox (currently has 113 new user support requests)Promptly answer web-support related emails, phone calls and other communications.Call mining companies (estimated at +/- 1300 mines) and assist them...

Intermediate Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

A transformation partner that helps businesses digitize their operations is seeking a driven and collaborative Intermediate Business Analyst to join their Managed Services team. You'll play a key role in supporting their clients by enhancing existing software...

Junior Web Administrator (6 Months Contract) – Gauteng Sandton

Junior Website Administrator JOB DESCRIPTION Manage Portal Support Mailbox (currently has 113 new user support requests)Promptly answer web-support related emails, phone calls and other communications.Call mining companies (estimated at +/- 1300 mines) and assist them...

Finops IT Analyst : Banking

Finop - IT Analyst For the tech-savvy problem solverSalary - Highly negotiable Support and maintain financial systems (ERP, planning, accounting)Automate processes to boost efficiency and reduce errorsBuild dashboards and reports that drive smart financial...

Senior SQL Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking an experienced Senior SQL Developer to design, develop, and optimize high-performance database solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in SQL Server, advanced T-SQL, and database performance tuning, with a proven track...

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