Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

SA gearing up to lead Africa’s space industry

By 2026, Africa’s space industry is projected to be worth $22,6-billion - and South Africa is gearing up to be at the forefront of this growth creating thousands of jobs, driving innovation, and boosting the national economy. This was the message from Nomfaneko Majaja...

Climate experts call for inclusive prosperity, climate justice

African climate think tanks and experts have called for the support of inclusive decision making spaces by the G20 and accelerated reform of international cooperation institutions  to create a more equitable global economic architecture that leaves no one behind....

Drone market to reach $163,6-billion by 2030

The global drone market size is anticipated to reach $163,6-billion by 2030 and grow at a CAGR of 14,3% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Evolving regulations facilitating easier drone integration into airspace and operations and...

Call for media literacy in the misinformation age

In a world increasingly defined by digital communication, the recent dialogue between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and billionaire businessman Elon Musk regarding misinformation highlights a pivotal issue that affects not only politics but the very fabric...

Finding the money to change SA’s trajectory

South Africa's upcoming national budget will be closely scrutinised, with analysts focusing on, amongst others, the debt-to-GDP ratio, government spending and the risks that could lead to further fiscal slippage. By Waldo Marcus, director: TPN from MRI Software In the...

Webb maps a full picture of star formation

Researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have finally solved the mystery of how a massive galaxy cluster is forming stars at such a high rate. The confirmation from Webb builds on more than a decade of studies using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and...

Massive growth expected for quantum computing

The global quantum computing market size is expected to reach $4,24-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 20,5% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Quantum computing is an emerging field with the potential to revolutionise various...

Elon Musk talks ‘tech support’ governance at Dubai summit

Wearing a "Tech Support"-printed T-shirt, Elon Musk virtually took to the stage on the final day of the World Governments Summit in a live discussion with Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work...

What the 2025 Budget Speech could deliver

The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will deliver the 2025 Budget Speech on Wednesday (19 February 2025). During the Budget Speech, the finance minister indicates the allocation of financial resources to the national government’s priorities outlined by President...

Zero trust security market to hit $92,42bn

The global zero trust security market size is anticipated to reach $92,42-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 16,6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a recent study by Grand View Research. The growing sophistication of cyber threats and their negative impact on an...

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What’s new from Cisco Live 2022

Cisco has kicked off Cisco Live 2022, the company’s first Cisco Live hybrid event with 15 000 in-person attendees coupled with a live-streamed digital event that people can tune into from anywhere in the world. “Through the challenges and unpredictability of the past...

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Once upon a time, long ago, a farmer with his plough, hoe and sickle would have looked at a horse-drawn harvester with suspicion - it can’t do what I can do, surely? Later, engine driven equipment all but changed agriculture for good, fundamentally shifting the...

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Entersekt announces new investment from PAPE Fund 3

Device identity and payment authentication company Entersekt has announced a new investment from PAPE Fund 3 (PAPE), an established mid-market South African private equity fund. The transaction was signed on 24 May 2022 and follows an investment by Silicon...

Root helps Andela to deliver healthcare cover to SA technologists

Root, a Cape Town-based startup building infrastructure for the digital insurance economy, is partnering with Andela, the global network for remote technologists, and financial services company Momentum Health Solutions to offer healthcare options to Andela’s talent...

Mastercard, Ecobank digitise agricultural value chains in Africa

Mastercard and Ecobank Group have partnered to connect millions of smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa to Mastercard’s Farm Pass – a digital platform that makes it safer and easier for farmers to sell their produce at a fair price. Under the partnership, Ecobank...

Vox Holdings transitions to Vivica Group

Vivica Group, formerly known as Vox Holdings, brings together brands such as Vox, Braintree, Frogfoot and Everlytic into the same stable as high-growth-potential technology companies such as Guardian Eye, qwerti, Stage Zero, Nymbis and HYPA. According to Vivica CEO...

Kaspersky reports 26% growth in B2B sales in Africa in 2021

Kaspersky delivered stable business growth in 2021 and increased its global non-audited International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) revenue to a total of $752-million, representing a 6,5% YOY increase. Following the second year of the pandemic, the company...

Are you ready to catch the boomerang?

Boomerang rehires are on the rise as the skills shortage starts to bite. The key is retaining the employees when they return, writes Diane van Zyl, senior people manager at Altron Karabina. No one would argue that the world of work has changed, quite possibly forever....

South Africans pivot towards ICT skills as employer demand grows

Businesses are competing for a limited pool of IT skills, and the pressure is intensifying as the demand for emerging technologies grows. Margaret Pekelaar, head of people in DevOps Practice Artificial intelligence and automation are rapidly changing the business...

BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Seeking a BI Developer who will be responsible for building and maintaining data processes, automating reports, and supporting business intelligence initiatives across various platforms. Key Requirements BCom degree or BA in FinanceMicrosoft Data Engineering and Data...

Full Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Menlyn

The fastest growing IT company in South Africa is looking for Full Stack Java Developers to join their team You work on a Hybrid Model. Tavel Internationally atleast once a hear and get exposure to the most advanced corestack in SA Desired Skills: Java Java EE...

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Project Manager – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Develop project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgetLead...

AI Specialist – Gauteng Pretoria

We are seeking an experienced and innovative AI Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating artificial intelligence models and tools to optimize business operations. This role will require close...

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Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We're looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building scalable, modern web applications from front to back. You'll play a central role in the design, development, and delivery of our core platforms,...

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