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...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

$150m facility takes aim at African decarbonisation

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, and the FirstRand group have announced a $150-million financing facility to accelerate Transition Finance projects across Africa. Transition Finance plays a vital...

Cell C debuts on the JSE

Cell C Holdings Limited today listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) under the ticker CCD. The listing closed at R26.50 per share, valuing the business at approximately R9-billion with 340-million ordinary shares in issue. The offer included 102-million sale...

AI, cybersecurity, brand trust changing digital entertainment dynamics

There has been a major shift in the digital entertainment and tech landscape where operational AI, advanced cybersecurity, and brand reputation are becoming more critical than traditional performance marketing, according to SOFTSWISS’s 2026 iGaming Trends Report. The...

Magnificent 7 ramp up R&D, capex as AI drives revenue surge

The Magnificent 7 - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Nvidia, and Tesla - ended their latest fiscal year with an unmistakable theme: escalating R&D intensity and capital spending aligned around artificial intelligence (AI), even as cash balances normalise...

Louvre heist: Surveillance systems’ passwords were shockingly simple

Official documents revealed during the ongoing investigation into the daring Louvre heist last month are shedding light on a specific cybersecurity weakness at the museum, according to a leading cybersecurity expert. The documents, covering information from 2014...

Millennium Technology Prize open for nominations

The world's leading innovation award Millennium Technology Prize will be awarded again in May 2027 with the eligibility criteria of the prize being expanded to additional future-oriented innovations aimed at improving the well-being of humankind and the planet, and to...

Vodacom reports revenue up 10,9%

Vodacom has reported an increase in revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2025, delivering ahead of it medium-term target of double-digit EBITDA growth. Revenue for the period was R8,6-billion up 10,9%. Financial services revenue increased 20,3% to R8-billion...

Business AI leapfrogs global counterparts with its Marketplace

South Africa is renowned for its ability to leapfrog its global counterparts when it comes to technology – fintech, agritech, and mobility are just some examples – and now new Mustek subsidiary, Business AI, is aiming to do the same with enterprise AI. In...

How much is your stolen card worth on the dark web?

According to recent research from NordVPN, prices for stolen payment cards on dark-web marketplaces have risen in most countries. While the global average remains around $8, some markets have jumped by as much as 444%. In South Africa, the average price climbed from...

More than half of retailers pay the ransom when they are hit

Sophos has released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Retail report, a vendor-agnostic survey of IT and cybersecurity leaders across 16 countries. This year’s report reveals that nearly half (46%) of retail ransomware incidents were traced to an unknown...

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Why businesses must rethink their data lakes

While businesses are racing to implement Artificial Intelligence (AI), many overlook a critical factor in success: the quality and structure of the data feeding these models. The reality is that a model is only as good as the data it is trained on. This is according...

Uber boosts accessibility, inclusivity

Statistics South Africa reports a national disability prevalence rate of 15,7%, encompassing visual, hearing, and physical impairments, among others. The data also reveals that households led by individuals with disabilities often have limited access to basic...

Kaspersky and Smedan support Nigerian SMEs

Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity company, and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (Smedan) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to assist small and medium businesses in the country to become more cyber-aware and less vulnerable...

Qlik Answers bridges the AI gap

Qli has announced growing enterprise adoption of Qlik Answers, as companies across sectors move beyond AI prototypes and into business-critical deployment. Built for real-world complexity, Qlik Answers allows organisations to extract intelligence from unstructured...

Securing multi-cloud environments in BFSI firms

South Africa’s banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) landscape is diverse, comprising well-established players, new entrants, as well as unbanked and under-banked populations. Going digital is a surefire way to bridge gaps in access to financial services...

AI sustainability must be a boardroom priority

AI is no longer just a tool for progress — it’s fast becoming a test of responsibility. By Claire Bradbury, sustainability lead for Accenture, Africa As South African companies race to harness artificial intelligence (Ai) for innovation and growth, few are asking the...

Accepting crypto is simple and seamless for merchants

While payments may not literally make the world go round, the world certainly functions through the transfer of value for goods and services. By Inge Oosthuizen, product owner at Ecentric Payment Systems As we all know, the world is on a one-way express train into a...

Logistics gridlock threatens SA’s e-commerce growth

South Africa’s e-commerce sector is booming, with total revenue projected to top R110-billion this year and more than 40-million consumers now shopping online, according to Statista’s 2025 Ecommerce Outlook. But as thousands of new online sellers enter the market, the...

HR analytics for career growth support

South Africa’s world of work is evolving at a rapid pace, shaped by digital disruption, economic challenges, demographic shifts, and the growing demand for more flexible and meaningful career experiences. Traditional career paths, linear, hierarchical, and often...

Power shift: reimagining SA’s energy sector

South Africa is transitioning from fossil fuels toward renewable energy, as the government aims to add at least 19 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 and as much as 190 GW by 2050. These targets are critical for climate resilience and energy security. Yet, the social...

Senior DevOps Engineer (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:JOIN a team shaping the future of a high-performance platform of a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications seeking to fill the critical role of a Senior DevOps Engineer. You will be responsible for monitoring and supporting cloud-based infrastructure,...

Network Security Engineer ( 24 months contract)

Network Security EngineerJOB DESCRIPTION Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation...

Java / Sapiens Developer

The Java / Sapiens Developer will provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and customization of the Sapiens enterprise software suite using Java technologies, primarily within the insurance or finance sector. Key Requirements Bachelor's or master's...

SAP Master Data Specialist (Fixed Term Contract)

Our client, a leading Manufacturing company, within the mining / quarry sector, based in Port Shepstone, is looking to fill a 1-year fixed term contract the position of SAP Master Data Specialist (Mechanical/Electrical). Purpose of the Role:This role reports directly...

Senior DevOps Engineer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:JOIN a team shaping the future of a high-performance platform of a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications seeking to fill the critical role of a Senior DevOps Engineer. You will be responsible for monitoring and supporting cloud-based infrastructure,...

Network Security Engineer ( 24 months contract) – Gauteng Pretoria

Network Security EngineerJOB DESCRIPTION Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation...

Java / Sapiens Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

The Java / Sapiens Developer will provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and customization of the Sapiens enterprise software suite using Java technologies, primarily within the insurance or finance sector. Key Requirements Bachelor's or master's...

Tech Lead: JavaScript Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Tech Lead: Javascript to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a contract role.The Tech Lead: Javascript is...

SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 1435

Analyse and solve SAP Module issues.Conduct SAP Module process configuration.Update and maintain all SAP Module functional documentation.Integration between other SAP and non-SAP Solutions.Analytical and problem-solving skills.Cloud ALMSAP Module...

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