Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Cisco’s lower prices drive WiFi 7 surge

Enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenue grew by double-digits for the second consecutive quarter - confirming its emergence from the doldrums of 2024, according to a new report from Dell’Oro Group. “Cisco has kept its average WiFi 7 AP price significantly below...

Calling all young innovators …

Young entrepreneurs in Johannesburg and Cape Town have a chance to secure vital support and funding to grow their businesses with applications now open for an incubation programme that boosts innovative enterprises and job creation. The Orange Corners Designs...

HR lags in GenAI adoption

A Gartner survey of 105 HR leaders on June 21 revealed that just 5% of HR leaders report their function has already implemented generative AI (GenAI), while another 9% reported they are currently conducting generative AI pilots. “More than half of HR leaders surveyed...

Mission 300 aims to light up Africa

In a continent where millions of homes are still shrouded in darkness each night, a groundbreaking initiative is sparking hope. This week, African and global changemakers will converge in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the inaugural Africa Heads of State Energy Summit,...

SA a rising power in 2025 iGaming trends

The global iGaming Trends 2025 Report has identified South Africa as a critical growth market within the continent’s expanding sector. Published by SoftSwiss, a leading international tech company developing software for the entertainment industry, the report leverages...

Is this the start of a ‘crypto arms race’?

The Trump administration’s exploration of the creation of a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) could signal the dawn of a global “crypto arms race”. The prediction from the deVere Group CEO Nigel Green comes after President Donald Trump announced that his...

Meta ups the infrastructure stakes with $65bn investment

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that the company plans to spend up invest in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure to the tune of $65 billion this year. Part of this investment will include more AI hires and a new 2-Gigawatt data centre....

DTI attempts to allay Empowerment Fund fears

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) says the new R100-billion Transformation Fund is not a new tax, but rather a way of facilitating existing broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) commitments. In a statement, the DTI says the...

World leaders outline bold visions for the future

US President Donald Trump outlined his strategy to bolster the US economy and “unleash” investment in a wide-ranging speech via live video link to around 3 000 global leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The newly inaugurated president pledged...

Icasa approves transfer of Cell C licences

Cell C has obtained Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) approval to transfer control of the relevant telecommunications licences that it holds to Blue Label subsidiary The Prepaid Company. Although the licences will continue to be held by Cell...

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Nutanix underpins Pinnacle Cloud

Pinnacle has selected the Nutanix Cloud Platform to support launch of the company’s Pinnacle Cloud, providing local partners with a place to land their cloud sales and add infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), disaster recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS), and...

Changing of the guard at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa

Werner Engelbrecht, GM of Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa (KDZA), has departed the organisation and Paul Wendlandt, Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa's service director, stepped into the role of acting general manager from 1 July 2022. Wendlandt has been...

Digital disruption means modernising core systems in insurance

Digital disruption challenges insurers with innovative technology trends emerging around artificial intelligence and machine learning. Systems will have to be modernised if incumbents tap deeper into the existing market. At the same time, this provides significant...

SAS SA gets a new country manager

SAS has announced the appointment of Essie Mokgonyana as country manager and sales director for the brand in South Africa. Mokgonyana brings more than 15 years of experience in technical roles within the IT industry, with a strong focus on sales and business...

New Africa CFO for SAP

SAP Africa has announced the appointment of Sandi de Souza as its new chief financial officer for the Africa region. Cathy Smith, MD of SAP Africa, says: "Sandi has been an integral part of our organisation's financial operations for more than a decade, where she has...

4Sight launches R10m skills development, youth employment programme

4Sight Holdings has launched an ambitious pilot programme to provide 50 young people with niche training in Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies, plus guaranteed employment on certification. The total cost for this pilot will be close to R10-million,...

Rethinking IT skills development in SA

The latest South African unemployment rate stands at 34.5%. However, the most concern lies within the youth demographic (people aged between 15 and 24) where the unemployment rate stands at a shocking 63.9%. Skills development takes on renewed importance within this...

SMEs should adopt a new approach to marketing to Gen Z

Segmenting target markets by generational cohorts can enable marketers to leverage each generation’s inherent traits and buying behaviour. Currently, all eyes are on Generation Z – individuals born between 1997 and 2012 – the next generation of consumers, who like...

Optimise cloud security beyond what is in place

Modernising business infrastructure by migrating to the cloud has become one of the most significant organisational priorities today. Lindsay Blackie, channel manager: Check Point at Westcon-Comstor Unfortunately, as companies across industry sectors make the shift...

Security best practices to maintain integrity at the edge

Industry 4.0, IIoT, smart manufacturing; all buzzwords that we’ve been talking about for years.  Many of us have had visions of factory floors run by futuristic robots and drones reminiscent of SciFi movies like iRobot. By George Senzere, solution architect: secure...

Java Developer – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior JAVA Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be...

Project Manager (Study Coordinator – WITS RHI)

Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...

Software Tester (Manual and Automation)

Key Responsibilities:Perform manual testing on various software applications, ensuring the functionality, usability, and performance meet specified requirements. Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans based on software requirements. Collaborate with...

Project Manager (Study Coordinator – WITS RHI) – Gauteng Hillbrow

Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...

Software Tester (Manual and Automation) – Gauteng Centurion

Key Responsibilities:Perform manual testing on various software applications, ensuring the functionality, usability, and performance meet specified requirements. Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans based on software requirements. Collaborate with...

1st Line Support Technician (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A UK-based IT services provider is looking for a 1st Line Support Technician to join their remote support team. The candidate should possess proactive problem-solving skills and a substantial understanding of business network technologies. Demonstrating...

BI Developer

Searching for a BI Developer, that will be collaborating with other developers (sometimes on your own, sometimes in a team), to help deliver solutions for one of our clients. Key Requirements BCom degree or BA in Finance.Microsoft Data engineering and data analysis,...

1st Line Support Technician (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A UK-based IT services provider is looking for a 1st Line Support Technician to join their remote support team. The candidate should possess proactive problem-solving skills and a substantial understanding of business network technologies. Demonstrating...

BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Searching for a BI Developer, that will be collaborating with other developers (sometimes on your own, sometimes in a team), to help deliver solutions for one of our clients. Key Requirements BCom degree or BA in Finance.Microsoft Data engineering and data analysis,...

Full Stack Developer

Our client is an agile and rapidly scaling digital solutions provider, focused on building high-performance applications that solve real-world problems. With a collaborative team culture and a strong emphasis on innovation, they offer developers the space to work with...

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