Tech sales under the lash as consumers curb spending

South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is proving resilient so far in 2026, although retailers and brands in the tech and durables (T&D) sector are experiencing a number of challenges. This is according to NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa, which has...

Roman space telescope begins its quest to the dark universe

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has begun a three-month, million-mile journey to its final orbit where it is hoped it will reveal the universe’s darkest secrets. The mission launched at 7:26 AM EDT Sunday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch...

Crackdowns alone won’t stop online wildlife trafficking

A new major global review shows that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube are fueling a fast-growing and difficult-to-track illegal wildlife trade. The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Annette Hübschle, a co-author of the study, says closing...

Nvidia’s quarter was bigger than TSMC’s entire year

Nvidia generated more revenue in a single quarter than the company that manufactures its chips generated in the whole of last year. This comparison puts the scale of the result into sharp focus, says deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. Nvidia reported quarterly revenue of...

Another day, another rogue AI attack. This time from Meta

Meta has confirmed that its Muse Spark 1.1 AI model breached an external company's internal systems during cybersecurity testing. According to the company, independent testing company Irregular caused a misconfiguration that gave one of its AI models Internet access...

Absa first to market with mobile unit for Smart ID renewal

Absa and the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) have launched South Africa’s first bank-based mobile unit for Smart ID renewals, extending access to essential identity services beyond traditional DHA offices and participating bank branches. The mobile unit which will...

IBM chairman addresses disappointing Q2 results

IBM has warned investors that its upcoming second quarter results will disappoint. In an open letter to investors, IBM chairman, president and CEO Arvind Krishna wrote revenue is expected to be $17,2-billion, up 1%, with software revenue up 5%, consulting revenue flat...

GABI looks for ‘unstoppable Africans’

The search is on for “Unstoppable Africans” as the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) opens nominations for a new community-led campaign to recognise and celebrate entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers whose ideas, leadership, and actions are driving...

Procurement excellence takes centre stage

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Southern Africa has announced the finalists for the 2026 Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards which recognise outstanding innovation, leadership, and impact across the profession. The awards, which...

SA’s SMEs need relief from ever-rising compliance costs

A recent report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has spotlighted South Africa’s business environment - and warned that regulatory complexity and administrative inefficiencies are constraining business growth and limiting job creation. For small and...

Geoengineering alone won’t save Africa from deadly heat

A new study led by researchers at the University of Cape Town (UCT) found that stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) – a technology designed to cool the planet by reflecting sunlight into space – could substantially reduce Africa’s soaring temperatures. But it...

Affordability still the cornerstone of SA ridesharing

Affordability remains the defining factor in how South Africans move around their cities, with new Bolt data revealing that more than nine in 10 rides across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban are booked through the platform's most affordable categories. Despite...

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2026 will be the real test of supplier due diligence in SA

South Africa's removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October 2025 marked a critical turning point for the country's financial credibility. But for businesses, particularly procurement and compliance teams, the real test is only beginning. If...

Should managed services be engineering-led or helpdesk-led?

As enterprises become increasingly dependent on always-on digital platforms, the role of managed services is undergoing a critical shift. What was once seen as a support function is now a determinant of operational resilience, business continuity, and executive...

Unleashing creativity: The role of AI PCs in the creative economy

The creative economy in South Africa is considered a significant economic driver, with design, audio-visual, and media leading the sector. It is considered a crucial, high-growth sector for job creation, particularly for youth, writes Marc Layne, sales director at...

Architecting security in fintech: It’s in the whiteboard details

African organisations face an average of 3 153 cyberattacks a week, which is around 60% higher than the global average. The continent is sitting right in the proverbial thick of the threats, with fraud and attacks costing companies thousands. The African financial...

Driving telco efficiency through technology consolidation

Across Africa’s telecommunications sector, a quiet but decisive shift is underway. By Nitesh Singh, financial services and communications, media & technology lead for Accenture, South Africa Operators are increasingly consolidating their technology environments,...

The cloud myth: More platforms do not mean more innovation

For the past decade, technology solution providers sold a seductive story: Move everything to the cloud, add more platforms and more services, and watch costs fall while innovation explodes. By Richard Vester, chief executive: cloud at iOCO Now, the hangover has...

AI is exposing a talent crisis

As generative AI accelerates content production across global marketing organisations, a new reality is emerging: the industry isn’t facing a shortage of ideas, it’s facing a shortage of people who can manage what AI is producing. While some commentators suggest that...

Speed, trust, resilience no longer optional in digital transformation

As South African businesses continue to navigate economic pressure, rapid technological change and rising customer expectations, organisations that invest in digital trust, operational speed and human-centred design are best positioned to compete and grow in volatile...

Bridging the CIO and CFO divide to approve AI with confidence

South African businesses are not short on AI ambition but many are struggling to move from conversation to execution, or from proof of concept into production. While CIOs increasingly understand the potential of artificial intelligence, CFOs are often left...

Senior Business Intelligence Developer (AI & Data Engineering)

A company that provides a fintech ecosystem that bridges the gap between cash and digital economies, allowing unbanked or underbanked consumers to safely transact online without needing a bank account, is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Developer to lead the...

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ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a key role in delivering trusted data products that enable investment, operational, and client-facing decision-making across an innovative Investment Management firm seeking a skilled, curious, and passionate Data Engineer. You will help drive the...

Mid-Senior IT Project Manager (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A highly analytical & solutions-driven Mid-Senior IT Project Manager with 6 years' experience in an Enterprise IT environment is wanted by a dynamic Education Specialist to join its team. You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle —...

IT Systems Administrator (Gansbaai Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Ecotourism Company seeks a strong technical all-rounder to fill a hands-on role as an IT Systems Administrator where you will support and maintain technology systems, infrastructure and electronic equipment across multiple business entities. The...

Senior Backend Developer

ENVIRONMENT A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a Senior back-end developer in their Development and Engineering Department. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver solutions to achieve customer satisfaction, while working within...

Mid-Senior IT Project Manager (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A highly analytical & solutions-driven Mid-Senior IT Project Manager with 6 years' experience in an Enterprise IT environment is wanted by a dynamic Education Specialist to join its team. You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle —...

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