Africa closes the gap as cloud adoption accelerates

Over the past decade, cloud has evolved from a flexible infrastructure backbone to a driver of innovation. And cloud maturity across Africa has accelerated dramatically - most organisations have moved beyond basic adoption to strategic optimisation, closing the gap...

Leaders say they won’t replace human workers with AI

A massive 91% of leaders wouldn’t replace their teams with AI, even if the technology were to make it possible to do so. This is according to the newly published 2026 State of AI at Work report from Udacity (part of Accenture), which analyses how the AI economy is...

These are the roles that top the pay rankings in SA

If you wanted to know which jobs offer the best pay in South Africa, wonder no longer. Pnet’s 2026 Salary Guide reveals that the three roles that attract the highest compensation are, in order: chief executive officer (CEO), chief financial officer (CFO) and executive...

SA urged to act quickly as geopolitical pressures mount

Kathy Gibson reports – Big changes to the world order are driving global uncertainty – and South Africa must decide now how to position itself in this changing environment. This is the stark advice from Lullu Krugel, chief economist and sustainability leader at PwC,...

IT distribution revenues hit record $24,3bn

Sales through the IT distribution channel increased 6% year over year to $24,3-billion in Q4 2025, marking the strongest quarter on record for North American distribution, according to the IDC North America Distribution Tracker (NADT), powered by GTDC. The record Q4...

SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity

A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...

AMD introduces Ryzen AI embedded processor portfolio

AMD has introduced the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded processors, a new portfolio of embedded x86 processors designed to power AI-driven applications at the edge. From automotive digital cockpits and smart healthcare to physical AI for autonomous systems, including humanoid...

Nvidia kicks off next-generation AI with Rubin

Nvidia has kickstarted the next generation of AI with the launch of the Nvidia Rubin platform, comprising six new chips designed to deliver one AI supercomputer. The Rubin platform uses extreme codesign across the six chips — the Nvidia Vera CPU, Nvidia Rubin...

AMD and partners share AI vision

At CES 2026, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su detailed in the show’s opening keynote how the company’s extensive portfolio of AI products and deep cross-industry collaborations are turning the promise of AI into real-world impact. The keynote showcased major advancements...

Cyberattack probably took out Caracas power

A cyberattack most likely resulted in the lights of Caracas going off as the US executed strikes in the Venezuelan capital on Saturday (3 January). US president Donald Trump basically said as much in a press conference following the action, saying US Cyber Command was...

As AI transforms entrepreneurship, more support will be crucial

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how entrepreneurs in developing countries start, manage and grow their businesses, a new publication from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights. Micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and...

Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU expands desktop memory options

The Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU is now generally available, bringing robust agentic and generative AI capabilities powered by the Nvidia Blackwell architecture to more desktops and professionals. The new GPU configuration offers AI developers, data...

Users embrace a more secure digital life

Around the world, more people are taking control of their digital security. A recent Kaspersky study shows that cybersecurity solutions have become increasingly popular, with the number of users globally exceeding 90% among surveyed participants in 2025. This...

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Acer debuts AI-driven Nitro, Predator laptops

Gaming in South Africa is booming, and Acer Africa is helping more players join the action by delivering powerful, AI-ready laptops with top-tier specs at unbeatable value. The latest Nitro V 15 and Predator Helios Neo laptops bring the performance that local gamers...

Kaspersky strengthens channel partnerships

Following an 11% total growth of sales globally and 19% growth in Africa in 2024, Kaspersky is ramping up its regional strategy in sub-Saharan Africa with new distribution partnerships, long-term collaborations, and stronger engagement with customers. To make...

Mukuru, MoneyGram enable fintech-led cross-border payments

Mukuru has announced a strategic partnership with MoneyGram, linking Mukuru to the global MoneyGram network to deliver faster, more affordable and inclusive remittance services across Africa, Asia, and beyond. According to Oui Capital’s latest market report, Africa’s...

Trend Micro launches agentic SIEM

Trend Micro has announced new agentic AI technology designed to solve the traditional pain points associated with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM). When combined with Trend’s digital twin capabilities it will help to transform security operations by...

Vodacom Business boosts IoT offering

Vodacom Business has launched Local Breakout (LBO) in South Africa, significantly enhancing its managed IoT connectivity platform. The upgraded offering delivers faster speeds, lower latency and improved regulatory compliance for enterprise customers. With LBO, global...

Telkom FutureMakers celebrates 10 years

Telkom recorded a 153,4% increase in its enterprise and supplier development investment during the 2025 financial year, with its flagship Telkom FutureMakers Programme supporting 459 youth- and women-led enterprises, driving R859-million in procurement opportunities....

AI, social media and surveillance – who has access to your face? 

Your face defines who you are, but in the age of AI and social media, your facial features can be used against you. This was seen with the recent Coldplay ‘kiss cam’ scandal, where social media users were able to uncover the offending CEO and the company’s Chief...

Employee wellness checks are more important than ever

Navigating work and life in general is getting more challenging around the globe, and South Africa is no exception. Few will be unaware of the struggles, either their own or those of loved ones, colleagues or friends, of trying to make ends meet while battling on...

Situational awareness a frontline imperative for first responders

The ability to see, act and understand events in real time is changing the face of emergency response and the speed at which lives are saved. For decades, this visibility was built on two-way radios, CCTV cameras and after-the-fact reporting. By Reshaad Sha, executive...

Hidden challenges for renewable energy developers

Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and developers of renewable energy projects in South Africa operate in a burgeoning but challenging sector. The combination of Eskom’s well-known power supply challenges and the global shift towards renewable energy has attracted...

Senior Desktop Engineer (Networking Focus) – Gauteng Centurion

Position: Senior Desktop EngineerLocation: South Africa (Hybrid / On-site)Industry: Data, Analytics & IT SolutionsAbout the CompanyOur client is a well-established technology and data solutions provider delivering high-impact analytics, infrastructure and digital...

Data Quality Analyst

As a Data Quality Analyst, you will play a critical role in our human-in-the-loop validation pipeline. You will review pipeline outputs, investigate anomalies, and ensure structured datasets meet our quality and accuracy standards. This role requires exceptional...

Systems Configuration Analyst

Position overviewThe System Configuration Analyst is a crucial role responsible for managing and maintaining the integrity and alignment of the Sonata RDA system configuration with its business processes and requirements.This role consults with business stakeholders...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in the telecommunications domain to join our growing development team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java and the Spring Framework, with a proven ability to...

Senior Backend Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer for a hybrid role based in PTA Key Requirements 6 years' of experience.BSc/ BTechC# .Net Core / .Net 9Blazor or Single page applicationRESTfull APIMVC FrameworkSQL ServerJavaScriptEntity FrameworkWCF Window ServicesAWS...

Senior Enterprise Java Developer (API Development)

We are looking for experienced Senior Java Developers with strong expertise in enterprise-grade API development. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining scalable APIs and backend services for mission-critical systems, working onsite with our Cape...

Project Manager

Our Client is looking for a Project Manager to join their team.Location: Johannesburg - SandtonBrief DescriptionWorking within the Delivery team, this role seeks a proven Project Manager to drive success across virtual teams within a dynamic and fast-paced...

Project Manager – Gauteng Primrose

Our Client is looking for a Project Manager to join their team.Location: Johannesburg - SandtonBrief DescriptionWorking within the Delivery team, this role seeks a proven Project Manager to drive success across virtual teams within a dynamic and fast-paced...

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