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...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

Family-favourite brands used in cyberattacks

Ahead of the International Day of Families, observed on May 15, Kaspersky experts analysed cyberthreats that use popular family-focused brands, such as Disney, Lego, Toca Boca and others as bait. The research, based on selected keywords monitoring, revealed a steady...

These are the trends shaping the cloud’s future

Cloud dissatisfaction, AI/machine learning (ML), multicloud, sustainability, digital sovereignty and industry solutions are among the top trends shaping the future of cloud adoption over the next four years, according to Gartner. Joe Rogus, director: advisory at...

Airbus opens Joburg support centre for African customers

Airbus has opened its new customer support centre in Johannesburg, strengthening its local presence and supporting the growth of the African ecosystem. Serving as a hub for customers in the region, the new office will provide tailored support and enhance operational...

August sets new record as hottest yet

August 2024 set a new monthly temperature record, capping Earth’s hottest summer since global records began in 1880, according to scientists at NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) in New York. The announcement comes as a new analysis upholds confidence...

Manufacturers are optimistic despite headwinds

Confidence levels among local manufacturers held steady at 28 points during the third quarter, according to the latest Absa Manufacturing Survey. This was driven mainly by manufacturers’ optimism regarding policy direction after a peaceful election and the formation...

Countries strengthen cybersecurity, but more action needed

Countries around the globe are improving cybersecurity efforts, but stronger actions are needed to meet evolving cyberthreats, according to the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024, released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). On average, countries have...

Finance functions likely to deploy AI solutions by 2026

By 2026, 90% of finance functions will deploy at least one AI-enabled technology solution, but less than 10% of functions will see headcount reductions, according to Gartner. While CFOs are already making changes to fully harness AI in finance, a sense of uncertainty,...

AI-powered Rover guards JLR premises

JLR’s EV build and test facility in Coventry – which plays a crucial role in the luxury vehicle manufacturer’s plan to electrify all of its brands by 2030 – has added an unlikely colleague to its list of new recruits, in the form of a four-legged robotic dog dubbed...

Global growth for wireless LAN revenues

The worldwide enterprise wireless local area network (WLAN) market grew revenues 12,4% between the first and second quarters of 2024 to $2,3-billion, according to results published in the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly WLAN Tracker. On a...

SA startup among NBA Africa finalists

NBA Africa has that 10 startup companies from seven African countries that have been selected to pitch their products to a panel of international industry leaders at a Demo Day at the NBA headquarters in New York City on 25 September. The day is part of Triple-Double:...

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Gender should not matter – but unfortunately it does

The conversation about gender equality has been pushed to the forefront in recent years, sparking positive changes across multiple industries and igniting greater awareness about gender bias. But despite these improvements, huge gaps remain. By Natasha Reuben, head of...

The critical need for diversity in data analytics

March 8 marks International Women's Day which celebrates the social, economic cultural and political achievements of women and also calls for accelerating women's equality. With this year's theme being Break the Bias, Louise Lunn, FICO vice-president of global...

Break the bias and create a diverse cybersecurity workforce

This year, on International Women's Day, governments, organisations and individuals worldwide are being asked to help envision and create a gender-equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A...

Walking the talk on gender equality, diversity, empowerment

While diversity is a proven component of robust leadership and strategic commercial growth, much more can be done to ensure equality and innovation in the industry in the face of rapid, complex and ongoing change. By Adri Führi, group chief financial officer at e4 The...

Townships Project contributes to the socio-economic development of SA

The Townships Project aims to empower small business entrepreneurs based in townships across South Africa by providing them with the necessary skills to sustain and grow their businesses as they continue to be the key contributors to the socio-economic development in...

Hybrid solar now within easy reach

South Africans need a reliable power solution now. Confronted with loadshedding, power outages and price hikes, there is a real sense of urgency around securing a reliable power solution - capable of operating for extended periods of time. By Vincent Maposa, founder...

AI and robotics key to true digital transformation

Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are terms used to describe machines with human-like abilities, or the simulation of natural intelligence in machines, what is programmed to learn and mimic the actions of humans. By Amit Singh, solutions architect at In2IT...

Remote user experience tool delivers IT performance gains at SANBS

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS), a not-for-profit organisation providing an essential service within South Africa, has successfully rolled out the Aternity digital experience management platform with the help of Datacentrix. The new platform provides...

Are we doing enough to empower young people as digital citizens?

Even if you've got your house kitted out with all the latest smart tech, understand blockchains and NFTs, and can't wait to explore the metaverse, chances are your kids will be even more adept with technology than you are. By Greg Gatherer, account manager at Liferay...

Project Manager at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria

FIC is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to suitably qualified AFRICAN FEMALES applicants in line with our Employment Targets and our commitment to diversifying our workforce.To manage the activities and output related to multi-disciplinary...

Senior Business / Systems Analyst (CH1126) – Western Cape Kuils River

Our client, in the credit industry, has an opening for a Senior Business / Systems Analyst to join their Communication Technology team.Are you a technically minded problem-solver who thrives on making customer interactions smarter, faster, and more efficient? Do you...

Scrum Master

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for Scrum Masters to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Guides the Product Owners (POs) in discovery by practicing relevant agile techniques (e.g. journey maps) and...

Senior Software Developer (C#.NET, SQL & Angular) (CH1071)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for a skilled Senior Software Developer to join their diverse team of C# developers. We are looking for an individual that takes pride in what they do, is customer focused and takes ownership and...

Scrum Master – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for Scrum Masters to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Guides the Product Owners (POs) in discovery by practicing relevant agile techniques (e.g. journey maps) and...

Specialist Developer: Information Technology (C#)

Job Outputs Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to...

Junior Server Engineer

iOCO Infrastructure Services invites you to explore possibilities. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Junior Server Engineer with expertise in Configuring and managing servers of mainly MS operating systems and related tasks in Azure.What you'll...

Junior Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

iOCO Infrastructure Services invites you to explore possibilities. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Junior Server Engineer with expertise in Configuring and managing servers of mainly MS operating systems and related tasks in Azure.What you'll...

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