Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

Organisations must balance AI and human readiness to sustain value

AI will touch all IT work by 2030, according to Gartner, which says the IT estate of 2030 will be powered by humans, amplified by AI, and orchestrated by the CIO. By 2030, CIOs expect that 0% of IT work will be done by humans without AI - 75% will be done by humans...

Gen Alpha’s office life will be unrecognisable to their parents

New research has revealed that Generation Alpha expect their jobs to be dramatically different to those of their parents - from the death of the daily commute and email, to working regularly with robots at work. A new study by International Workplace Group among 11 to...

Consumer spending is cautious amid economic uncertainty

The Absa Merchant Spend Analytics Report for February 2025 shows a general decline in card spending across most categories, reducing overall card spending and transaction volumes. However, this card spending drop has slowed compared to the decline experienced in...

Huawei goes green for smart warehouse

Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei has officially opened a green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg – the first of its kind in Africa. Will Meng, CEO of Huawei South Africa, explains that the smart warehouse, equipped with green power, is the central hub for Huawei in...

US blocks Nvidia AI chip sales in China

The US government has blocked Nvidia from selling some of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China – including a chip it engineering specifically to comply with a previous US injunction against providing top-end chips to China. In a new move believing to be...

Identity-based attacks lead the charge

In 2024, threat actors prioritised stealth and efficiency, leveraging simpler techniques rather than custom malware or zero-day vulnerabilities. Notably, identity-based attacks emerged as the dominant threat vector, while ransomware incidents increasingly exploited...

Tariffs push enterprise IT to cloud, AI-driven DX

The US administration’s tariff policies are reshaping global trade dynamics, triggering uncertainty across industries. For the IT services market, this means supply chain disruptions, delayed hardware projects, and cautious enterprise spending. However, amid...

NFC tags pose smartphone risks

More shoppers than ever are using their mobile phone’s electronic wallet as a contactless payment system when buying items, replacing credit cards or electronic ticket smart cards. Smartphones increasingly rely on near field communication (NFC) technology for...

Digitalisation, automation key to boosting air cargo efficiency

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is driving forward the agenda of digitalisation and automation in air cargo, calling for streamlined trade processes and smarter infrastructure to enhance global efficiency and competitiveness. This is the word from ACSA CEO Mpumi...

Data centre construction market to hit $456,5bn by 2030

The global data centre construction market size is anticipated to reach $456,5-billion in 2030 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 11,8% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth is fueled by the increasing demand for...

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Data protection done right by Dell Technologies

With cyber attacks at an all-time high, organisations need powerful protection that offers powerful possibilities. Dell Technologies has been an industry leader when it comes to data protection and backup solutions by allowing clients to protect their data across...

5G races ahead in mobile adoption

5G has grown faster than any previous generation of mobile technology. In just three years, we've seen solid progress in network deployment, consumer services, and industry applications. This is the word from Ken Hu, rotating chairman of Huawei, keynoting this week's...

Global events impact executive pay

Since the Covid pandemic the world has been affected by many events that are now the new normal, and businesses will now have to make strategic changes to the way they operate. By Chris Blair, CEO of 21st Century These events are geo-political - the invasion of...

Challenges, trends and predictions for the future of open source

In life, the only constant is change. Open source projects are no exception, having undergone massive transformation in recent years. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at In2IT Technologies Some changes have benefited users at large, while others have...

Security versus functionality: how to avoid an end user revolt

One of the biggest challenges facing any chief information security office (CISO) today is a term we call end user revolt - when users circumvent all security measures and protocols in order to do their jobs. By Wayne Olsen, managing executive: cybersecurity at BCX...

Shoprite makes a strategic investment in tech start-up

The Shoprite Group made its second minority investment in a South African tech start-up this year. In the most recent transaction, the retailer is among a group of companies, led by Buffet Investments and KLT, in an undisclosed expansion round in Omnisient, Africa's...

Datacentrix wins OpenText African Reseller of the Year award for 2022

Datacentrix has clinched the 'African Reseller of the Year' award for 2022 from information management software vendor and long-time partner, OpenText. Datacentrix was recognised as the winner of this award category based on its sales contribution to OpenText business...

Risk and compliance implications of AI in the insurance industry

Potentially, artificial intelligence (AI) can reshape the insurance industry. From claims processing and improved application management to delivering on-demand solutions and providing enhanced advisory services, its impact can be far-reaching. By Angelique Strumpher,...

Important lessons for remote on-boarding

Flexibility is currency in the new working world. Organisations and employees alike are eager to capitalise on the opportunities offered by technological advancements and shifts in working culture. By Johan Botes, partner and head of employment & compensation at...

What the metaverse means for sustainable datacentres of the future

As it currently stands, global data creation and reproduction are projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 23% by 2025 says an IDC Global DataSphere report. This rate of growth has the potential to outpace the growth of datacentre capacity over the same...

Senior SharePoint Developer (DBN) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

ENVIRONMENT:YOUR strong technical leadership is sought to fill the role of a Senior SharePoint Developer wanted by a cutting-edge Tech company in Durban. You will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining innovative SharePoint solutions that enhance...

Junior Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is looking for a Junior Software Engineer based in CPT Key Requirements 3 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C/C++MATLABC#PythonGitShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address Removed] You can also...

Feature Analyst

We're hiring Feature Analysts in Cape Town, with two (2) contract roles available. These positions are ideal for professionals who enjoy working at the intersection of business and technology, and who want to contribute to agile product delivery in a growing...

SharePoint Specialist at Mintek

Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a SharePoint Specialist. The candidate will be responsible to provide technical and functional SharePoint support to Mintek users and designing, coding and implementing SharePoint applications as per...

Data Engineer / Data Scientist

One of our clients is looking for a versatile Data Engineer / Data Scientist to drive data-driven insights. This role involves end-to-end data lifecycle management: building robust data pipelines, developing advanced analytical and ML/AI solutions, and creating...

Feature Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

We're hiring Feature Analysts in Cape Town, with two (2) contract roles available. These positions are ideal for professionals who enjoy working at the intersection of business and technology, and who want to contribute to agile product delivery in a growing...

SharePoint Specialist at Mintek – Gauteng Randburg

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Data Engineer / Data Scientist – Western Cape Cape Town Region

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Software Developer at The Foschini Group

JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Analysis, development and maintenance of integration solutions across TFG. Maintaining momentum on high priority initiatives. Building and enhancing integration capabilities that enable secure, scalable and maintainable data...

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