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...

Ocean economy faces pressure, fragmentation

The latest Global Trade Update from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) examines the ocean economy - a vital driver of global trade now under growing pressure from environmental and geopolitical shocks. New analysis reveals that ocean-based sectors such as shipping,...

Dehorning rhinos drastically reduces poaching

A landmark international study published yesterday (5 June 2025) in the Science Journal reveals that dehorning rhinos significantly reduces the risk of poaching – one of these iconic species' most immediate threats. The research, co-led by the University of Cape Town...

IT distribution revenues remain stable

Distributor revenues inched up from the previous quarter to $20,2-billion in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24), according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) North America Distribution Tracker. Year-over-year growth was down a fraction of a percent with...

Robotics industry set to bounce back

The global demand for robotics has been shifting back and forth over the past few years with the pandemic-driven sales boom followed by stagnation in 2024. However, after a year of stagnant sales, the entire industry is set to witness a significant recovery – with...

As delinquencies grow, lenders look to alternative credit data for help

As visibility into consumer risk provided by traditional credit data shifts, financial institutions worldwide are expanding their use of alternative data throughout the consumer lending journey, according to Lexis Nexis’ inaugural Global Consumer Lending Confidence...

Strong outlook for global sensor market

The global sensor market is well established, with hundreds of millions of sensors produced yearly. Yet the market remains in flux, with trends in future mobility, edge computing, AI, and digital healthcare continuously evolving and reshaping sensor technology...

Telematics credited with big drop in road incidents

Commercial transport operators in South Africa have reported a 78% reduction in road incidents - from 1 313 last year to 286 this year – according to the third annual Webfleet Road Safety Report 2024. Enhanced driver training, increased adoption of telematics, and...

Fintech users under threat from malicious Telegram campaign

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis team (GReAT) has uncovered a malicious global campaign in which attackers used Telegram to deliver Trojan spyware, potentially targeting individuals and businesses in the fintech and trading industries in multiple countries...

iStore adds Apple Intelligence training

Apple Intelligence - a personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad, and Mac – is now available. Apple Intelligence integrates generative models into iPhone, iPad, and Mac, offering context-aware, personalised assistance across apps and tasks. It includes features...

Collaboration key for Africa’s clean energy progress

Energy access is undeniably one of the most crucial components of modern living. Reliable energy supply ensures that economies are growing by supporting critical industries like mining, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare and education, while improving the lives of...

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Westcon-Comstor to host Imagine Botswana 2022

Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan Africa will host Imagine Botswana 2022 event in Gaborone on 17 August 2022, with the theme The Software-Centric Business Evolution. The event will be supported by a line-up of vendors and will close off with a series of channel awards. "We...

Open source at the forefront of next-gen ICT infrastructure management

The demands placed on businesses to automate and streamline ICT infrastructure management has placed open source technology under the microscope and highlighted a range of benefits.  Industry experts are adamant that the open source market will experience triple-digit...

Moove partners with Uber to launch mega fleet for ride-hailing in India

Mobility fintech Moove, which is Uber’s largest vehicle supply partner in EMEA, is launching in India as a part of its global expansion. Moove, which provides revenue-based financing to mobility entrepreneurs, has expanded from its African roots to Mumbai, Hyderabad,...

For improved company success, prioritise your people

A PwC Global Workforce Hopes and Fear Survey polled over 52 000 workers from 44 countries and found that 35% of people planned to ask their employer for more money in the next 12 months, and planned to quit if they did not get it. So what can businesses, many of whom...

Embracing self-service analytics essential for business enablement

As organisations fast-track digital transformation initiatives in the aftermath of the pandemic, access to quality, timeous data has never been more critical. Better client insights, and improved products and services are reliant on information to provide input to...

Why schools and universities should be printing in-house

While some of our schools and colleges, particularly private schools, are becoming digitised, with digital black boards and tablets in class, there are still many day to day school essentials that simply have to be printed, for security and prosperity. For example,...

It’s possible to save costs while moving to the cloud

A perennial hot topic, even more so currently, is budget. Everyone wants to cut costs, save money and make smart investments. Transitioning to the cloud is one of the ways many companies are attempting to do so. But moving absolutely everything to the cloud all at...

Struggling to find software developers?

Software developers with specific skills and languages were in short supply before the pandemic and continue to be in short supply in South Africa. How can companies adjust to the new realities after the pandemic? By Stephen van der Heijden, vice-president: growth at...

Optimising a building’s energy consumption through data analysis

According to various sources, up to 30% of the total energy consumption of a building can be attributed to heating, ventilation, and cooling. By Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering Solutions One of the most effective ways of optimising these...

The A to Z of safety in business

As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, business owners are finding themselves having to adjust to a very different business environment. There is a cascade of complex new risks that entrepreneurs must contend with if they wish to successfully steer their business...

Linux Level2 Administrator

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Linux Level 2 Administrator to join our clients IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day support, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux systems and services. You will work closely...

Data Analyst (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Expert Data Analyst Location: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Home Office RotationAre you a seasoned Data Analyst with deep expertise in BI, data visualization, and database systems? Our client in the Motor Industry is seeking an Expert Data Analyst to join their...

Linux Level2 Administrator – Gauteng Randburg

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Linux Level 2 Administrator to join our clients IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day support, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux systems and services. You will work closely...

Expert Tosca Business Analyst in Test at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client in the automotive space are on the hunt for a Tosca Certified Business Analyst with exceptional testing abilities and experience with SAP FICO. With their offices based in the Midrand and Menlyn area you will work on a hybrid model with dynamic teams in a...

Senior Ruby on Rails Developer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client – a fast-moving, high-growth online loan underwriting company – is on the hunt for a Senior Ruby on Rails Developer who's not just great with code but also knows how to lead the way!If you're someone who thrives on building sleek, scalable web...

Senior Ruby on Rails Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:Our client – a fast-moving, high-growth online loan underwriting company – is on the hunt for a Senior Ruby on Rails Developer who's not just great with code but also knows how to lead the way!If you're someone who thrives on building sleek, scalable web...

System Administrator

Global legal practice is looking to appoint a System AdministratorThe role is responsible for installing, supporting, and maintaining the company's computer systems as well as planning for and responding to service outages and other...

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