Salaries fall as inflation and economic pressures intensify
South Africa’s salary earners came under renewed pressure in April 2026 as weakening earnings growth, rising inflation and growing economic uncertainty weighed on household finances. This is according to the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average...
AI adoption creates critical cloud security gaps
There is a growing disconnect between rapid AI adoption and security readiness. This is the headline finding from Check Point Software Technologies’ 2026 Cloud Security Report: Enter the AI Era. The report reveals a critical shift from the cloud "blind spots" of 2025...
R520m bursary scheme aims to help 5 200 students
An ambitious new R520-million university bursary scheme will help 5 200 South African university students achieve their tertiary ambitions. The scheme is open to first-time entering South African citizens enrolled at a public university. The amount is capped at R100...
How do the world’s largest diamonds form?
The conditions under which the world's rarest and most valuable gem-quality diamonds – referred to as Cullinan-like, large, inclusion-poor, pure, irregular, resorbed (CLIPPIRs) – form have remained poorly understood. A University of Cape Town-led (UCT) study by the...
CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era
The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...
Business activity, new sales drive PMI recovery
The seasonally adjusted PMI increased to 52.6 in April, from 49.0 in March, marking a meaningful rebound at the start of the second quarter. The improvement was driven by stronger business activity and a sharp recovery in new sales orders, pointing to firmer near-term...
Workload piles up for HR managers
Forty-seven percent of managers say that more is expected of them, and they must work harder today compared to one year ago, according to a survey by Gartner. Gartner surveyed 2 947 employees and managers from November and December 2025 to uncover the managerial...
Bitcoin tops list of quantum-exposed blockchains
Quantum computing is moving faster than expected, and crypto isn’t keeping up. This is according to new TechGaged.com research, based on qLABS data, which shows a clear divide in readiness - with Bitcoin ranking as the most vulnerable blockchain and Cardano emerging...
SMEs can compete for skilled staff against high-paying corporates
As South Africa marked Workers’ Day on Friday 1 May, many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing increasing pressure to retain scarce skilled talent in the face of steep corporate salary competition. However, while bigger firms may have the upper hand when it...
Beware of bogus World Cup sites
Millions of football fans around the world are gearing up for the World Cup, and cybercriminals are seizing the moment to exploit the heightened interest. Experts at Kaspersky have uncovered various types of scams that mimic official tournament resources or leverage...
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What to expect from crypto in 2026
The first weeks of 2026 have delivered a strong signal about the crypto year ahead. Crypto markets have broadly rallied, with many assets showing price jumps of more than 10% over seven days. By Christo de Wit, country manager at Luno Bitcoin climbed above $95 000...
Equipping the youth in today’s job market
Young people make up more than half of the world’s population and are widely recognised as a driving force behind innovation and social change. Yet in South Africa, they remain the most excluded from opportunity. Nowhere is this more visible than in the moment after...
Mesh vs repeaters vs extenders: what’s the difference?
You can have a blazing-fast fibre line and still struggle with buffering, laggy Zoom calls, or “no signal” in the back bedroom. That’s because fibre is only the internet pipe coming into your home - what really determines your day-to-day experience is how well that...
How do we define a smart city in SA?
In recent years, the term “smart city” has become a buzzword attached to various developments across the country. By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild But what does it really mean? Contrary to popular belief, a smart city is not defined by how much technology has been...
How to future-proof the human developer
As artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) continue to reshape industries, one question dominates the conversation: Will AI take my job? At Dariel Software, the question is different. The company believes it’s not about if AI will change the developer’s...
Cash buyers lose, opex wins, as PC price inflation arrives
PC prices are expected to rise as component supply tightens and manufacturers shift their focus toward higher‑margin, AI‑capable devices. This puts immediate pressure on IT budgets that are already strained. For many organisations, the challenge is no longer just...
‘I have nothing to hide’ is the most comfortable lie in cybersecurity
International Data Privacy Day (28 January) usually brings a wave of advice about passwords and privacy settings. Most of us tune it out. We fall back on the comfortable, dangerous cop-out: "I am boring. I have nothing to hide." Richard Ford, chief technology officer...
A smarter way to cool homes this summer
With summer temperatures climbing, South African households face a familiar dilemma: how to stay cool without the electricity bill skyrocketing. For many, the default strategy is to run the air conditioner at full blast until the room is freezing, then switch it off...
TCL deepens partnership with Arsenal
TCL has announced Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka as its brand ambassador. TCL recently teamed up with Arsenal and Bukayo Saka with the launch of ‘Inspire Greatness, Together’, a new campaign that celebrates how football brings people together through moments on and off the...
Amazon brings image-based shopping to SA
Amazon has launched Amazon Lens in South Africa, bringing its visual shopping tool to more customers seeking a faster, easier way to shop online. Amazon Lens lets customers shop using images, screenshots, scanning a barcode, or the live camera in the app. Tens of...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 1916 – Gauteng Pretoria
Responsible for 24/7 operations as your main focus which includes incident handling and resolution.Design, develop, and maintain applications using C# and .NET Core.Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure.Develop and manage containerized...
Mid – Senior Penetration Tester – JHB – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading cybersecurity company based in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Red Team Penetration Tester/Security Analystto join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Penetration Testing,...
ERP Systems Specialist
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a ERP Systems Specialist The incumbent will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the ERP environment across all business units, ensuring system integrity, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency,...
SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) – 24 Months Fixed-Term Contract
The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTIONManage SQL Server databases;Configure and maintain database...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2575
A skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, working within cloud environments to build scalable, secure, and high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Angular and [URL Removed] TypeScript, and...
Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer
Our client is looking for a Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with solid PHP experience and a passion for building scalable, high-quality backend...
ERP Systems Specialist – Gauteng Gauteng
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a ERP Systems Specialist The incumbent will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the ERP environment across all business units, ensuring system integrity, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency,...
SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) – 24 Months Fixed-Term Contract – Gauteng Gauteng
The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTIONManage SQL Server databases;Configure and maintain database...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2575 – Gauteng Pretoria
A skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, working within cloud environments to build scalable, secure, and high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Angular and [URL Removed] TypeScript, and...
Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Our client is looking for a Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with solid PHP experience and a passion for building scalable, high-quality backend...
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