Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

SA young scientists spotlight innovations in Bali

Four young scientists are set to showcase their award-winning innovations at the World Innovative Science Project Olympiad (WISPO) in Bali, Indonesia, from 10 to 13 December 2025. The learners, all Gold medal winners at the Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF),...

Call for catalytic action to scale jobs and growth

The G20 Social and Solidarity Economy Summit, an official G20 side event convened by Africa Forward and SAP, brought together government officials, policymakers, private sector leaders, social entrepreneurs, youth networks and partners to chart a new direction:...

SMEs aspire to sustainability, but obstacles abound

Sage’s SME Sustainable Finance Stocktake: Turning Ambition into Action report reveals record levels of sustainability ambition among small businesses, but warns that slow progress on finance and reporting risks is leaving millions behind and putting global net-zero...

Trade can power climate ambition

Trade can be a powerful policy to achieving the Paris Agreement, the 2015 global accord under which all nations pledged to limit warming to well below 2 °C, pursue efforts to 1.5 °C, and submit updated national climate plans every five years. This is according to the...

Teraco, NAPAfrica accelerate the continent’s digital transformation

Teraco has introduced a new API for its Africa Cloud Exchange (ACX) enabling partners to automate cloud connectivity and enhance hybrid and multi-cloud performance across Africa. At the same time, NAPAfrica has reached a major milestone of 6Tbps of traffic and 680...

Cassava doubles down on AI in Africa

Kathy Gibson reports – Cassava is using the first batch of 12 000 Nvidia GPUs it has secured to build the first of five African AI factories in Cape Town. This week, the group has also been appointed as Africa’s first preferred Nvidia Cloud Partner (NCP), adding to...

SARB becomes 50% shareholder in PayInc

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has subscribed to a 50% shareholding in PayInc, previously known as BankservAfrica. Concurrently, Capitec and Investec have subscribed as direct shareholders of PayInc.  In a related transaction, Access Bank, African Bank,...

Charting a more inclusive digital future for Africa

As policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators gather for the GSMA Digital Africa Summit in Cape Town, new research from the industry body shows how digitalisation across key sectors - from connectivity to manufacturing - can unlock opportunities for millions...

What’s needed to develop AI in Africa

Kathy Gibson reports – While thought leaders explore how to build a digital economy built on broadband and artificial intelligence (AI), we shouldn’t lose sight of the fact that millions of people are still unconnected. This is according to Juanita Clark, CEO of...

The broadband imperative for Africa

Kathy Gibson reports - Africa is standing at a critical crossroads as broadband and artificial intelligence (AI) offer an opportunity for economic growth, while presenting significant challenges in recognising this potential. This is the word from Dr Sunil Piyarlall,...

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Procurement professionals invited to learn from Treasury leaders

South Africa is at a critical fiscal crossroads. Budget deficits are widening, debt service is consuming more public funds than ever and economic growth remains slow. But, amid the pressure lies an opportunity to reform how the state spends its money and how public...

Secure WhatsApp integration is no longer optional for SA businesses

Rather.chat has called on South African businesses to urgently prioritise secure WhatsApp integration, warning that hesitation is costing companies opportunities, efficiency, and customer trust. “WhatsApp is the most widely used communication platform in South Africa,...

Vodacom invests R400m in Free State, Northern Cape

Vodacom Central Region, covering Free State and Northern Cape provinces, is investing over R400-million this financial year in the region’s network. The funds will be directed towards expanding network infrastructure, enhancing capacity and resilience, and empowering...

SA talent helps to alleviate port bottlenecks

As ports continue to rank among the worst in the world and road infrastructure buckles under pressure, local innovators are building the tech solutions we need to steer the country’s logistics and fleet industries toward a smarter, faster future. Daniel Novitzkas,...

CASA Software drives AIOps in SA enterprises

Artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps) is gaining traction in South Africa businesses as organisations strive to automate and optimise IT operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. “AIOps leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI),...

TCL scoops five EISA awards

TCL has clinched five EISA awards. The TCL 98-inch C8K earned the “EISA Statement TV 2025–2026” award, while the TCL 85C9K claimed the “EISA Home Theatre Mini LED TV 2025–2026” title. The TCL 75C7K was named as the “EISA Family TV 2025–2026”, the TCL 55C6K took...

WeThinkCode_ graduates stand out in the job market

Tuition-free software development academy WeThinkCode_ is celebrating the graduation of its 2025 class. This year, 361 students graduated across four campuses: 189 in Johannesburg, 67 in Cape Town, 73 in Durban, and 32 from CJC Parktown. The average pass rate stood at...

TCL offers 5G smartphone without a premium price

TCL has launched the TCL 60R 5G smartphone in South Africa. Available from September at participating retail stores, the TCL 60R is priced at R2 299 on prepaid. With 5G connectivity, TCL NXTURBO, and RAM expansion technology, the TCL 60R 5G is pitched as an...

Think you’re too small to be hacked? Think again

For years, small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) have convinced themselves they’re “not a target”. No one’s trying to breach the corner bakery, the local law firm, or the regional logistics company - right? Wrong. By Kurt Goodall, technical director of Troye Hackers...

Fintech Project Manager – Gauteng Sandown

Lead complex FinTech projects at the cutting edge of financial innovation. Is this you? You're a proactive and driven project leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Your natural ability to manage cross-functional teams, coupled with clear...

Senior Software Developer (PHP Larevel) – Gauteng Pretoria

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Developer with extensive, hands-on experience in Laravel, Docker, MS SQL (especially Stored Procedures), and Azure. This is a senior-level technical role requiring deep expertise, independence, and strong diagnostic...

Junior Data Analyst

If your academic record reads like a fairy tale and you will thrive in a fast-paced mission led environment, take a closer look! In addition to drive evidence-based decisions, you will earn in US dollars while working in a flexible hybrid model based in the heart of...

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Junior Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

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Full Stack Developer (Senior) 1724 – Gauteng Pretoria

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