Hormuz disruption shows why early-warning data matters
What began as a shipping disruption in one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints has become a wider development risk. Since early March, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has alerted that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are hitting far more than energy...
China raises cloud spending
Mainland China’s cloud infrastructure services spending reached $14,7-billion in Q4 2025, up 26% year-on-year, according to new research by Omdia. This marked a continued acceleration from the previous quarter and the third consecutive quarter of growth above 20%....
Global trade is growing, but fragility rises
Global trade grew by $2,5-trillion in 2025, increasing by about 7,5% to a record of $35-trillion, according to the latest edition of the Global Trade Update from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Trade in goods drove most of the...
Air cargo saw demand start to rise
Global air cargo demand was up in February, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 11,2% compared to February 2025 levels (which saw 11,6% for international operations)....
Explainable AI to drive LLM observability investments
Gartner predicts that by 2028, the growing importance of explainable AI (XAI) will drive large language model (LLM) observability investments to 50% of GenAI deployments, up from 15% today. Gartner defines XAI as a set of capabilities that describes a model,...
AI-driven sales enablement will speed sales stage velocity
By 2029, sales organisations with AI-driven enablement functions will achieve 40% faster sales stage velocity than those using traditional enablement approaches, according to Gartner. Findings from a Gartner survey of 227 chief sales officers (CSOs) in August and...
Smart glasses redefine XR market
Global extended reality (XR) device shipments grew 44,4% year-over-year in 2025, driven primarily by rapid adoption of smart glasses, according to new data from the (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset Tracker and Worldwide Quarterly...
Small offices fall victim to Russian military compromise
Forest Blizzard, a threat actor linked to the Russian military, has been compromising insecure home and small-office Internet equipment like routers, then modifying their settings in ways that turn them into part of the actor’s malicious infrastructure. The threat...
Low-loss materials optimise communication, radar signals
The emergence of 5G and 6G telecommunications, along with the rise of data centre demand and advanced automotive radar systems, is presenting a need for low-loss materials to optimise transmission. As the sensitivity of communications is increasing in line with these...
Graphene and lasers for space propulsion
Lasers could one day steer solar sails and adjust a satellite’s position in outer space, thanks to graphene. An experiment on a gravity rollercoaster ride showed how this innovative material has the potential to revolutionise propulsion beyond Earth. An international...
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Beyond the gate: access control works with physical barriers
In an age of smart homes, mobile alerts and cloud-connected cameras, it is tempting to believe that security has become purely digital. Yet, when it comes to protecting South African homes, estates and small businesses, true security still begins and ends with...
Digital innovation and SaaS can change Nigeria’s energy landscape
Today, just over 60% of Nigerians have access to grid-connected electricity, and even those who do often endure erratic service, with the average daily supply standing at less than seven hours according to the country’s National Bureau of Statistics. By Elijah Daniel,...
Technical and vocational training centres key for SA’s automotive era
South Africa’s automotive sector is entering a time of rapid transformation as electric vehicles, hydrogen technologies and automated manufacturing begin reshaping how vehicles are built, serviced and maintained. The skills required in this environment combine...
The rise of the Autonomous Enterprise will redefine business in 2026
A powerful shift is reshaping how organisations operate, compete and grow, writes Sergio Maccotta, senior vice-president and GM of SAP Middle East and Africa – South. The era of digitisation is giving way to something more profound: the Autonomous Enterprise - a...
DPI the backbone of modern public services
South Africa is at a pivotal point in its digital transformation journey. With internet penetration now above 79%, the country has made significant strides in connectivity. By Chandra Mohan Malladi, global head,: digital public infrastructure (DPI) and financial...
Hexnode expands into Africa
Hexnode, the enterprise software division of Mitsogo, has released Hexnode XDR, its extended detection and response platform that underpins its effort to strengthen cyber resilience across African organisations. Across Africa, cyber threats continue to escalate in...
Cyber-resolutions that will actually improve your life in 2026
The new year is the perfect time to reset goals and build new habits. But apart from the usual commitments to exercise more, doomscroll less or eat better, 2026 is the year to finally get ‘cyber-fit’ – you don’t even have to drive to a gym for this one. While...
Why technical and vocational skills are SA’s growth engine
The 2025 matric results are out, and the class of 2026 returns to school the today (14 January 2026). Hundreds of thousands of young people face crucial decisions about their future. But the automatic assumption that university is the only path to success needs urgent...
How AI will transform the workplace in 2026
If you think just about every assumption about work has already been upended, get ready for even faster change in 2026. The key driver? Agentic AI. By Kevin Delaney, senior writer for Cisco Global Communications Because while we’ve already seen big paradigm shifts in...
New training scenarios from Kaspersky
Kaspersky has expanded its flagship awareness platform, Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation (KIPS), introducing new and updated scenarios that reflect the evolving cyberthreat landscape. The release aims to help corporations, banks and IT companies enhance...
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 1909
Lead requirements workshops with HR and payroll stakeholders to capture time and attendance needs.Translate business requirements into detailed SAP Time configuration and system design documents.Configure SAP Time Management components (schemas, rules, quota...
Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Rev Up Your Career – Full Stack Java Developer Wanted for the Automotive Fast Lane!Are you a code-slinging gearhead who gets a thrill from turning complex business needs into sleek, high-performance digital solutions? Do you dream in Java and speak fluent Angular...
Database Developer
Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....
SAP Functional Consultant (Advanced) 1909 – Gauteng Pretoria
Lead requirements workshops with HR and payroll stakeholders to capture time and attendance needs.Translate business requirements into detailed SAP Time configuration and system design documents.Configure SAP Time Management components (schemas, rules, quota...
Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Rev Up Your Career – Full Stack Java Developer Wanted for the Automotive Fast Lane!Are you a code-slinging gearhead who gets a thrill from turning complex business needs into sleek, high-performance digital solutions? Do you dream in Java and speak fluent Angular...
Database Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Database Developer to design, implement, and maintain in-house database systems and support related data management products. This role involves full-cycle database development, from design and implementation to testing and ongoing support....
Junior/Intermediate Backend Software Developer (Python/C#) – In Office Durbanville
ENVIRONMENT: Our client operates within a dynamic, growth-focused technology environment specialising in back-end development and advanced integration solutions for international markets. Their expertise spans video management platforms, access control systems, fire...
Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions
We are seeking two Intermediate Project Managers to join the bank's Group Technology environment. These roles will sit within the PMO and be deployed across various initiatives, working closely with Technical Product Owners (TPOs).The focus is on delivering...
Native iOS Developer
Seeking an experienced Native iOS Developer to work on complex, high-impact projects in a collaborative, outcomes-based environment. Key Requirements 5-8 years of iOS development experienceExpert-level knowledge of Swift, SwiftUI, and TCA frameworkExperience with...
Junior/Intermediate Backend Software Developer (Python/C#) – In Office Durbanville – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT: Our client operates within a dynamic, growth-focused technology environment specialising in back-end development and advanced integration solutions for international markets. Their expertise spans video management platforms, access control systems, fire...
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