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...

AI-powered warehouses drive supply chain productivity, accuracy

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are no longer experimental tools but core drivers of productivity, accuracy and workforce evolution in the warehouses powering today’s global supply chains. As retailers brace for the annual surge of Black Friday...

Follow Joel Stransky’s Hope Ride live

The Hope Ride from Durban to Swakopmund is now officially live, and supporters across South Africa can track every kilometre of Joel Stransky and the team’s 2 500km journey in real-time. Britehouse, which built the Tour de France operations app, has created a...

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...

Rapid adoption of AI has inherent risks

Surfshark analysis reveals that workers have been involved in more than 700 AI-related incidents and hazards so far this year, with the US representing nearly one-third of these cases – and a significant 72% of all cases reported caused "Economic/Property" harm to...

2026’s defining telecoms trends

Juniper Research has revealed its Top 10 telecoms and connectivity trends for 2026 in a new whitepaper that evaluates the forces redefining telecoms - from AI-driven automation to new connectivity models - and pinpoints where operators, vendors, and investors must act...

Gartner Hype Cycle reveals how AI could transform sales

In response to evolving buyer behaviors and shifting purchasing trends, chief sales officers (CSOs) are transforming traditional sales practices by embracing innovative approaches, according to Gartner. Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Sales Transformation, 2025 highlights...

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Hisense SA partners with RGB Gaming on e-sports

Hisense SA has partnered with RGB Gaming, with the aim of redefining the competitive gaming landscape in schools and universities nationwide, to transform gaming into a high-performance career path for thousands of young South Africans. RGB Gaming has already...

Vishing awareness live in Kaspersky ASAP portfolio

Kaspersky has introduced a new module on vishing (voice phishing) to its ASAP (Automated Security Awareness Platform). Vishing has become a major vector for corporate fraud. For example, AIB saw a 79% year-on-year increase in vishing attacks in early 2025, including a...

These are the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards winners

The winners of the 2025 Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards (ASCEA) have been announced. Now in its fourth year, ASCEA recognises the critical role that supply chains play in economic development, health systems, sustainability and business success. This year, more...

Be aware of these new in-flight power bank rules

Portable chargers and power banks have become a carry-on essential to keep devices charged up for work or entertainment while travelling. But, with airlines changing on-board battery policies, travellers are being urged to be aware of new requirements and to rely on...

HoneyCoin raises $4,9m for stablecoin-powered payments

HoneyCoin, a global payment orchestration platform, has announced a $4,9-million funding round led by global venture firm Flourish Ventures. Flourish is joined by a mix of regional and global investors: Visa Ventures, TLcom Capital, Stellar Development Foundation,...

RS joins forces with NAACAM

RS South Africa has announced a strategic partnership with the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM). Erick Wessels, sales director of RS South Africa, describes the partnership as a natural alignment with the company’s...

Red Hat OpenShift once again a Gartner leader

Red Hat has been named a Leader for the third consecutive year in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Container Management. Red Hat OpenShift empowers enterprises to standardise, automate and scale their container initiatives across any footprint, from the datacentre...

Is communication the next frontier in data science?

As data becomes increasingly central to the business strategy, the expectations of data teams are shifting. They’re no longer just enablers; they’re expected to influence, initiate and lead. But influence doesn't come from being right; it comes from being heard. And...

When cheap solar comes at a deadly cost

The solar energy boom has brought tremendous opportunities for South African businesses and homeowners to reduce their electricity costs and carbon footprint. By Teresa Kok, director at One Energy However, beneath the surface of this green revolution lurks a dangerous...

AI decisioning platforms come of age

Smart, transparent, and scalable decisioning architecture is becoming business-critical for South Africa’s banks, telcos, and insurers, writes Nikhil Behl, president: software at FICO. South African enterprises are under mounting pressure to do more with their data...

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A South African company that has a technology platform that provides consumer service management and rating solutions is seeking an ideal Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team in Cape Town.Responsibilities:Install and maintain Service Systems...

RPA Business Analyst

Key Responsibilities:Process Attending and engaging in RPA project meetings and reviews by contributing domain-specific knowledge and experience.Identify candidate business processes suited to Robotic Process Automation.Design, model and document RPA Solution...

SAP Snr Consultant-Technical (BW) (Contract)

ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain SAP BW/4HANA solutions following SAP's Layered Scalable Architecture (LSA++).Design and implement BW extractors, Master Data, DSOs, Cubes, Composite Providers, and Open Hub Extracts.Perform Extraction, Modeling, and Query Design in...

Network and IT Support Field Technician – Western Cape Cape Town

A South African company that has a technology platform that provides consumer service management and rating solutions is seeking an ideal Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team in Cape Town.Responsibilities:Install and maintain Service Systems...

RPA Business Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Key Responsibilities:Process Attending and engaging in RPA project meetings and reviews by contributing domain-specific knowledge and experience.Identify candidate business processes suited to Robotic Process Automation.Design, model and document RPA Solution...

SAP Snr Consultant-Technical (BW) (Contract) – Gauteng Kramerville

ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain SAP BW/4HANA solutions following SAP's Layered Scalable Architecture (LSA++).Design and implement BW extractors, Master Data, DSOs, Cubes, Composite Providers, and Open Hub Extracts.Perform Extraction, Modeling, and Query Design in...

Data Engineer (Expert) 1551

We are seeking a hands-on Data Engineer with strong experience in building scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions on Databricks. You will design, implement, and maintain end-to-end data flows, optimize performance, and collaborate with data scientists,...

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PHP DeveloperLaunch your development career on next-gen AI communication platformsRemote | JuniorIntermediate Level | Salary: Market-related About Our ClientOur client is a global digital experience and automation consultancy specialising in customer engagement,...

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Performance Testing - expertise in non-functional testing for API, Web and batch process.AI tools - experience in working with GitHub-Copilot, JSON, MQ, KAFKA and AZURE DevOps are mandatory.Reviewed and analysed Business Requirement Specifications (BRS) and Functional...

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