Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

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...

Europe stands united in data centre race

Kathy Gibson reports from Tognana, Italy - Europe is standing as one in the development of a globally competitive data centre industry. At a meeting of Data Centre Associations hosted by Vertiv, industry leaders came together to identify common issues and areas of...

What are the ‘killer applications’ for quantum computing?

With the commercial value of quantum computing hardware predicted to exceed $21-billion within the next two decades, the technology has attracted the attention of both public and private stakeholders across a range of regions and industries. And with multiple hardware...

Spend on edge computing to approach $380bn

Global spending on edge computing solutions accounts for nearly $261-billion in 2025 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13,8%, reaching $380-billion by 2028. This is according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) forecast...

New entrant Smart Hands Africa bridges skills gap with ITArmi JV

IT industry veteran Anton Jacobsz has launched a new IT services company, Smart Hands Africa, to meet rising demand for skilled IT professionals across the African continent. As part of its establishment, Smart Hands Africa has also announced a strategic joint venture...

Sea levels rose unexpectedly high in 2024

Global sea level rose faster than expected in 2024, mostly because of ocean water expanding as it warms, or thermal expansion. According to a NASA-led analysis, last year’s rate of rise was 0,59cm per year, compared to the expected rate of 0,43cm per year. “The rise...

MTN invests R29,9-billion in network capacity

MTN has reported a strong underlying operational and financial performance for the period ended 31 December 2024, despite earnings being down. Group service revenue decreased by 15,4% on a reported basis to R177,8-billion, but increased by 13,8% in constant currency;...

Big tech’s impact on quantum computing

In the last few months, three of the world's largest tech giants made waves with their announcements in quantum computing. But what will the impact of Microsoft's Majorana 1, Google's Willow, and Amazon's Ocelot be once the dust has settled, and is it just big tech...

Telcos part of the expanding cloud ecosystem

Enterprises are witnessing an expanding cloud ecosystem, which is beginning to include telecoms and networking providers looking to support API services, container integration/consulting, and AI network integrations, according to GlobalData research....

CFOs plan their largest spending on sales

Chief financial officer (CFO) plans to increase 2025 budgets for the sales, information technology and marketing functions indicate a continued push to fuel growth, according to Gartner. “For the second consecutive year, growth is a key executive priority and the...

Searches for ‘AI agents’ skyrocket

Search interest for “AI agents” has seen a massive increase, with a 900% increase in demand in the last 12 months, according to Google Trends data analyzed by Finbold research. By 9 March, the ‘score’ hit 100 - the highest possible number - with most traffic...

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Infobip completes Peerless Network acquisition

Infobip has completed the purchase of global voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) provider Peerless Network, having received federal and state level regulatory approvals. The acquisition enhances Infobip's presence in the U.S. and enables the firm to expand its voice...

SAVCA calls for Industry Awards nominations

In these turbulent economic times, successful businesses and entrepreneurs are arguably among Africa's most valuable resources. It is estimated that small enterprises employ between 50 and 60% of South Africa's workforce and are responsible for a quarter of job growth...

Digital Realty completes Teraco acquisition

Teraco Data Environments, the leading provider of colocation data centres and interconnection platforms in Africa, has announced the successful completion of the previously announced agreement by Digital Realty, the largest global provider of cloud and carrier-neutral...

How to win the war for tech talent

The war for tech and digital talent is relentless right now. Digital transformation strategies are being implemented globally across every sector. By Jonah Naidoo, CEO of Mindworx Locally, financial services firms are aggressively designing and developing disruptive...

SASE: driving a strategic approach to infrastructure investment

A more holistic view of IT architecture, encompassing cloud, security and your network, can transform your organisation. By David Pratt, head of discovery practice at BT Consulting The past few years have been challenging for IT departments due to the pressure to...

Healthcare sector must prioritise modern data protection

The pandemic has put a significant strain on all industry sectors none more so than in healthcare where there was a need to adopt more data-driven planning and decision-making at lightning speed. By Chris Norton, regional director: Africa at Veeam Software At a time...

Stay cyber safe as you get on the road again

The lifting of Covid-19 restrictions has seen travel volumes soaring again, as tourists set out on long-awaited holidays and businesspeople revisit regions and clients they could not access during lockdowns. With this increase in mobility has come an increase in...

Leading HR professionals are switching to the digital revolution

HR directors and managers are currently navigating an increasingly complex business environment as HR ecosystems expand with the demands of evolving workplace dynamics. By Hope Lukoto, chief human resource officer at BCX This recent paradigm shift is redefining...

The future contact centre agent will be an experience consultant

A good customer experience leaves people feeling heard and appreciated. Give customers a great experience, and they'll buy more, be more loyal and share their experience with friends. By Marthle du Plessis, PwC Africa's workforce of the future lead That's what every...

Senior Data Business Analyst – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Data Business Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Responsible for...

Data Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

Business Analyst (CH1150)

Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a Business Analyst to join their growing team.This role supports the development and delivery of innovative payment products by translating business needs into clear...

Junior Data Scientist (Sustainability) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Senior Developer

An exciting opportunity has become available within the IT Consulting industry, for a Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.Net Developer. This is a remote position.A fast-growing international startup consultancy building bespoke software to create digital transformation...

Business Analyst (CH1150) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a Business Analyst to join their growing team.This role supports the development and delivery of innovative payment products by translating business needs into clear...

Senior Developer – Western Cape Durbanville

An exciting opportunity has become available within the IT Consulting industry, for a Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.Net Developer. This is a remote position.A fast-growing international startup consultancy building bespoke software to create digital transformation...

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