AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

These are the top future of work trends in 2026

Gartner has revealed nine future of work trends that chief human resource officers (CHROs) will need to address in 2026 and beyond to ensure their organisation achieves its desired talent and business outcomes. “This year’s predictions address significant workplace...

Geopolitical tensions lead to increased risks for shipping

The fast-changing geopolitical landscape is creating new risks and challenges for a shipping industry already juggling the energy transition and the legacy of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Allianz Commercial’s Safety and Shipping Review. The industry faces an...

Machine learning market set to reach $419,94bn

The global machine learning market size is anticipated to reach $419,94-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 33,2% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is experiencing continuous growth, driven by the increasing demand for...

AR/VR spend reaches $8,4bn by 2029

According to the Worldwide Augmented and Virtual Reality Spending Guide  published by International Data Corporation (IDC), EMEA augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) spending will reach $8,4-billion by 2029, reflecting 16% five-year compound annual growth...

Layoffs mark Q1 2025 global job market

The global job market dynamics in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025 revealed a negative year-over-year (YoY) trend, as several companies announced layoffs amid ongoing optimisation efforts. The banking and payments sector experienced a rise in postings, driven by...

New satellite connectivity keeps airports online

In an industry where every second of downtime can disrupt passengers and delay operations, a new satellite service is helping airports and airlines stay connected, no matter what. With the launch of SITA Managed Satellites, airports around the world can now maintain...

Drug-resistant malaria in East Africa comes under attack

A research consortium led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has played a pivotal role in developing the first regional action plan to combat drug-resistant malaria in East Africa. Endorsed by health ministers from across the region, the plan represents a major step...

Executives turn to hybrid work amid economic uncertainty

Research from International Workplace Group reveals that nine out of 10 c-suite executives are concerned about the business impact of macroeconomic instability. As a result, they are turning to hybrid working, empowering their people to work from a combination of...

Malatsi to brief parliament on proposed B-BBEE changes

Minister of Communication and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi will brief parliament tomorrow (27 May 2025) on a proposed policy change that would allow Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) equity equivalence in the telecommunications sector, in line with...

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How to create new business value from your SAP S/4HANA migration

The slow pace of migration to SAP S/4HANA is perplexing. Only 14% of SAP users are now live. Yet support for SAP Business Suite ends in 2027, and any options to pay extra for extended maintenance run out in 2030. Given the complexity of migration, these are tight...

Retain talent in the current workplace

What trends are prevalent in the workplace now, and what is essential to today's employees? Pabi Mogosetsi, country manager of Universum Global South Africa, talks about work in the new world post-pandemic. South Africa is experiencing one of the largest skills reform...

Pick n Pay to list on A2X

Pick n Pay Stores has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets (A2X). Its shares will be available for trade on A2X from 1 November 2022. The Pick n Pay Group, with a market cap of around R27 billion, will retain its primary listing on the Johannesburg...

RansomCare can keep you safe in SA

Ricoh South Africa is helping businesses stop the time-wasting, and costly effects of a growing spate of ransomware attacks. As Ricoh's digital services portfolio continues to grow, it increasingly helps organisations digitally transform their operations to align with...

Agile Cloud achieves VMware Master Services Competency

Agile Cloud, a hybrid cloud systems integrator, has successfully achieved a Data Center Virtualization VMware Master Services Competency. This competency demonstrates that Agile Cloud is committed to helping organizations accelerate their digital transformations by...

Beat ransomware with effective data management

Despite the increasing occurrences of serious ransomware attacks and data breaches, data management remains low on the priority list for many South African businesses. By Hemant Harie, MD of Gabsten Technologies The reality however is that it is not something you can...

Reducing retail TTV with an expert partner is essential for success

Improving time to value (TTV), the length of time it takes a new customer to realise and extract value from a product or service, has to be a major priority for savvy retailers. Working with an experienced partner can enable the retailer to rapidly get to scale, be...

Embrace cryptocurrencies, but understand the risks

Any physical, intangible, financial or non-financial investment has an element of risk associated with it and an investor can either accept the risk, try to mitigate it or avoid it entirely. However, to do any of these, the risks must first be understood. By Wiehann...

Altron reports interim results

JSE-listed technology company Altron has posted its interim results for the six months ending August 2022. Key highlights include: * Revenue up by 15% to R5.3 billion * Net profit after tax improved by 420% * HEPS increased >460% to 34 cents per share * Continuing...

Grant Fraser is new Netstar MD

Altron has announced the appointment of Grant Fraser as MD of Netstar with effect from January 2023. Fraser, who has more than 14 years' experience in executive leadership, will assume responsibility for Netstar's strategic direction and growth. Fraser is currently...

Intermediate C# Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Develop backend components using .Net Core, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability. Design and implement frontend interfaces using Angular, ensuring a seamless user experience. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and...

Database Administrator

Database Administrator Pretoria Salary Package - R530 000 (TCTC, gross per annum, depending on experience and qualifications) Deadline - 17 September 2025 About the position: To conduct day-to-day database operation of the organization's and its compliant with...

Database Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Database Administrator Pretoria Salary Package - R530 000 (TCTC, gross per annum, depending on experience and qualifications) Deadline - 17 September 2025 About the position: To conduct day-to-day database operation of the organization's and its compliant with...

Senior Business / Test Analyst (TOSCA) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Senior Business / Test Analyst (Tosca) – Drive Innovation in the Automotive Industry!Are you passionate about innovation, precision, and driving technology forward? Our client — a global leader in the automotive sector — is accelerating their digital transformation...

Senior Data Researcher (JHB Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role in enabling data-driven decision-making, programme improvement, and organisational learning as your expertise as a Senior Data Analyst is sought by a Joburg-based Community Upliftment Programme. The role will focus on enhancing...

Senior Data Researcher (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Dunkeld

ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role in enabling data-driven decision-making, programme improvement, and organisational learning as your expertise as a Senior Data Analyst is sought by a Joburg-based Community Upliftment Programme. The role will focus on enhancing...

UX/UI Designer

If you're a UX-driven designer who enjoys turning research and insight into clean, human-centred interfaces, this role could be a good fit. It's a 6-month contract in Johannesburg, starting in October, suited to someone at intermediate level with around 3 to 5 years...

Senior Business Analyst

The Senior Business Analyst (SBA) will act as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to identify business needs, define requirements, and deliver data-driven solutions within the banking sector. The SBA will lead the analysis and design...

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