Biology model IDs more than 1m species, and counting

Tanya Berger-Wolf’s first computational biology project started as a bet with a colleague: that she could build an AI model capable of identifying individual zebras faster than a zoologist. She won. Now, the director of the Translational Data Analytics Institute and a...

US B20 commits to building on this year’s resolutions

Kathy Gibson reports - As the US takes over chairmanship of the G20 in 2026, the US business community has committed to continue working with and advancing the resolutions of the B20 South Africa. Suzanne Clark, president and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce, who...

SA’s business liquidations skyrocket

South Africa’s corporate sector is under siege with the latest report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) revealing that 145 businesses were liquidated in September - pushing the 2025 year-to-date total to 1 180 closures. This marks a 23,9% spike compared to...

This is when you are most vulnerable to digital fraud

The rate of suspected digital fraud was the highest in the consumer lifecycle at account login for South Africa, with 2,6% of those types of transaction attempts when the consumer was in the country being suspected of digital fraud in the first half (H1) of 2025. This...

Where AI is heading in 2026 …

The coming year will see AI push deeper into everyday life, but with some major caveats, according to leading Internet Exchange operator DE-CIX’s technology outlook for 2026. From emotionally intelligent banking assistants capable of detecting frustration in a...

Resellers: Make your voice heard

There's just one week left to vote for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the...

Luxury goods market on track for 15% growth

The luxury retail landscape is being reimagined, with brands moving beyond transactional spaces to offer curated lifestyle experiences, according to data analytics company Euromonitor International. In 2025, global physical luxury stores accounted for 81% of personal...

Concern grows over AI in our daily lives

A new Pew Research Centre survey of 25 countries finds that people are generally more concerned than excited about the growing presence of artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life. A median of 34% say they are more concerned than excited about the increased use of...

AI glossary in isiZulu, isiXhosa, Afrikaans now freely accessible

Google - in partnership with the Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) - has launched a new AI Glossary for isiZulu, isiXhosa, and Afrikaans giving millions of South Africans the language tools to engage  with artificial intelligence in their mother tongue. The...

SA businesses must build digital resilience

As organisations worldwide navigate an increasingly fragmented digital landscape, South African businesses face unique challenges that demand urgent attention to cybersecurity and data infrastructure, according to BDO's latest Techtonic States report. The global...

Brands are back in the phishing spotlight

There has been a significant surge in brand impersonation attacks targeting users’ most trusted digital services, with Microsoft once again the most exploited brand, appearing in 40% of all phishing attempts worldwide – a significant rise that highlights attackers’...

Local healthcare sector ready for AI leap

There is strong optimism among South African healthcare professionals toward artificial intelligence’s (AI) transformative potential, according to the latest Future Health Index (FHI) from Philips. The 2025 report explores how digital innovation and AI can help South...

Google, World Bank harness AI to digitally transform emerging markets

Google and the World Bank Group have formed a new alliance to accelerate digital transformation in emerging markets, focusing on deploying Open Network Stacks which act like digital infrastructure to help citizens access vital services. By combining Google Cloud’s AI...

How to build change readiness among employees

Just 45% of employees reported that they realised the change goals set by their organization, according to Gartner. An April 2025 Gartner survey of nearly 1 000 mid- to senior-level business leaders revealed that more than one-third (36%) said their team is more...

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SA’s health data future must start in the districts

The dream of a single national health record has captured the imagination of policymakers and technology planners alike. Henry Adams, country manager of InterSystems South Africa On paper, it sounds compelling: one complete digital file that follows a patient across...

Building future-ready central banks with responsible AI

The pace of change in today’s digital world has placed immense pressure on institutions to modernise, and central banks are no exception. By Ntsako Baloyi, data and AI lead for Accenture, Africa As the custodians of financial stability, these institutions are facing...

Code of Best Practice strengthens trust in research

The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) has publiched the Revised Code of Best Practice in Scholarly Journal Publishing, Editing, and Peer Review, a key milestone in advancing ethical, professional and trustworthy standards in scholarly publishing in South...

Hayo accelerates digital growth in Africa

Hayo has expanded its African footprint with new offices in Gaborone (Botswana), Monrovia (Liberia) and Lilongwe (Malawi). The strategic expansion is part of Hayo’s continued investment in emerging markets to support local digital economies with digital solutions,...

Ethiopia embraces first domestic credit card

Card technology firm SanuPay is partnering with digital payment software provider OpenWay to introduce Ethiopia’s first domestic credit card. Together with OpenWay and SantimPay, a licensed payment system operator, SanuPay plans to issue 4-million debit and prepaid...

(AI)rtisan of the future

In a world filled with opinions about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), it’s worth having your own view of the big picture of this latest technological revolution. By Juanita Vorster, independent business advisor My view is that we shouldn’t turn the...

Smart nano-grids shift electricity generation to point of consumption

The Netherlands - a global leader in energy transition - recently announced electricity rationing as its national grid buckles under the pressure of increased demand, electrification, and renewable integration. By Christo Nicholls, CEO of Utility Consulting Solutions...

Outdated payment systems hobble supply chains

Same-day deliveries and real-time tracking have transformed consumer expectations across the globe. But the real bottleneck in supply chains, particularly in Africa and other emerging markets, isn’t just about logistics; it’s the payment systems underpinning them. By...

Politics and corruption: can businesses survive without bribery?

South Africa continues to be a nation blighted by corruption. Last year it placed 82nd out of 180 countries on Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index, showing no improvement on its 2023 ranking. In the past 13 years, local non-profit Corruption...

Africa’s telecommunications sector needs standardised regulations

Africa’s telecoms space is packed with opportunity but an outdated and fragmented regulatory landscape means that fast, affordable and borderless telephony is still out of reach. Nic Laschinger, chief technology officer of Euphoria Telecom Two key barriers are...

Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Business Analyst at PG Group

PG GlassPG Glass is the leading supplier of auto glass and building glass replacement services in Southern Africa. Over 110 Fitment Centres are available to replace or repair auto glass, PG Glass Medic® chip repair, windscreen wipers, TempSecure windows and replace...

Business Analyst at PG Group – Remote Remote

PG GlassPG Glass is the leading supplier of auto glass and building glass replacement services in Southern Africa. Over 110 Fitment Centres are available to replace or repair auto glass, PG Glass Medic® chip repair, windscreen wipers, TempSecure windows and replace...

Project Manager at Financial Intelligence Centre

JOB PURPOSE: To manage the organisational projects using the appropriate Project Management methodologies.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES• Structure the business case for the project concepts identified and conduct general cost/benefit analysis, if...

Project Manager at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria

JOB PURPOSE: To manage the organisational projects using the appropriate Project Management methodologies.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES• Structure the business case for the project concepts identified and conduct general cost/benefit analysis, if...

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

JUNIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (DMS) Inventory/Data Capturer- Jhb South, GautengJunior Systems Administrator (DMS) Matric Proficiency in Data Entry, Reporting Tools & System Configuration* Tech-savvy Duties and Responsibilities:Install and Configure Software &...

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Gauteng Turffontein

JUNIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (DMS) Inventory/Data Capturer- Jhb South, GautengJunior Systems Administrator (DMS) Matric Proficiency in Data Entry, Reporting Tools & System Configuration* Tech-savvy Duties and Responsibilities:Install and Configure Software &...

Data Analyst(Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you a data-driven problem solver with a passion for turning raw data into powerful insights? Do you thrive in enterprise environments, leveraging cutting-edge BI and visualization tools to support IT network operations? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for...

Data Analyst(Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

Are you a data-driven problem solver with a passion for turning raw data into powerful insights? Do you thrive in enterprise environments, leveraging cutting-edge BI and visualization tools to support IT network operations? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for...

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