Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy - and Africa's utility numbers already show what that looks like. Water Security & Infrastructure Volume 2026 from ESI Africa maps the shift from water crisis to...

How technology is changing decision-making in mining

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and particularly AI, is no longer a pipedream in South African mining - technology is already influencing how decisions are made, how risks are managed, and how value is created. It’s a critical period for the local mining...

AMD launches full-stack compute for agentic AI

AMD has launched its next-generation AI infrastructure and physical AI portfolio, led by AMD Helios rackscale solutions now in production and set to be be deployed by at gigawatt scale. At its Advancing AI 2026 event yesterday, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su said: “The...

Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?

On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...

GitHub Actions workflows house potential security issues

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has conducted a major review of the GitHub Actions workflows within top-starred repositories. Leveraging newly introduced Kaspersky Container Security capability, the researchers have discovered 8 repositories with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Habitat loss could foster a new species of crane

A collaborative project led by the Endangered Wildlife Trust and International Crane Foundation is underway to understand the Wattled Crane decline in Mpumalanga, which has plummeted from around 45 breeding pairs to just four pairs today. In addition, citizen science...

The two reasons Bitcoin is in the doldrums

Trading at around $61 000 – down more than 50% from its record high and suffering its steepest weekly decline since 2022 - Bitcoin is in the grip of a “mild crypto winter”, according to the deVere Group. Yet despite the sharp correction, Nigel Green, CEO of deVere...

Cisco urges campus switch refresh after ‘Mythos Moment’

Campus switch revenue grew at double-digit rates for the second quarter in a row, according to the Dell’Oro Group, prompting market leaders Cisco to respond that the “Mythos Moment” is a critical turning point for campus network refresh. “The combination of higher...

Manufacturers still under siege from cybercriminals

The percentage of industrial control systems (ICS) on which malicious objects were blocked reached 19,6% globally in Q1 202, according to a new Kaspersky ICS CERT report, with the cybersecurity specialists blocking malware from 10 052 different malware families of...

Impact-driven companies selected for 2026 Accelerator

Ninety One is proud to announce the companies selected for the 2026 cohort of the Ninety One Accelerator in support of the Earthshot Prize. Working in partnership with Endeavor South Africa, the programme supports high-growth founders building innovative, impactful...

World first biodiversity heat warning system will save species

A global team of scientists, including researchers from UCT’s African Climate and Development Initiative (ACDI), has developed the world’s first early warning system capable of predicting unprecedented heat exposure for species up to nine months in advance. The study,...

May’s economic activity drops

The PayInc Economic Index, which tracks the monthly value of electronic transactions cleared through PayInc alongside wholesale cash demand, showed a significant decline in May 2026, as rising costs and global tensions take a toll on households and businesses. “The...

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...

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ESD funds could unlock SME growth through AI

The transformative potential of AI, at a pivotal moment, converges with the critical necessity for South Africa's economic revitalisation. By Rowen Pillai, co-founder and CEO of LeanTechnovations While AI holds some promise, particularly for the SME sector, realising...

How the amended dismissal code affects you

People are the beating heart of every business. They bring the perspective, ingenuity, skills, and experience that help organisations excel and deliver. Yet it doesn't always work out. A person might not be suitable for their role and duties, they might not align with...

Cassava Cloud Partner programme aims to accelerate AI

Cassava Technologies has launched the Cassava Cloud Partner (CCP) programme, enabling mobile network operators (MNOs) and system integrators across Africa and Latin America to consume, resell, or distribute AI, cloud and digital services using Cassava’s infrastructure...

Africa’s largest Prisma Access Zero Trust Platform goes live

Africa’s largest Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access and Prisma Access Browser Zero Trust environment has been deployed, supporting secure remote access for more than 40 000 users for a large enterprise. The project signals a decisive move away from legacy VPN models...

Fintech reshapes BFSI messaging in SA

The South African messaging landscape is evolving as customers expect richer, more personalised conversations across channels, despite very different levels of connectivity and data access. Digitally mature customer segments are embracing AI and rich apps, while less...

Turkish Airlines partners Google with baggage locating experience

Turkish Airlines is a launch partner of Google’s new Find Hub “share item location” feature, accepting Find Hub-generated location links as part of its official baggage recovery process. Through this collaboration, passengers traveling with a Find Hub-compatible...

Huawei debuts enhanced AI-centric network solutions

Huawei released a series of all-scenario U6 GHz products today at MWC Barcelona 2026 to help carriers unlock the full potential of 5G-A and set the stage for a seamless transition to 6G. The company also launched enhanced AI-Centric Network solutions that will help...

Absa and Thunes launch Absa Global Pay

Absa Group has partnered with Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, to launch a new digital-first remittance solution, Absa Global Pay, that makes sending money across borders faster, simpler and more affordable for millions of customers...

Automation and oversight strengthen PPS’s member-focused operations

RelyComply is partnering with PPS to support more efficient onboarding and compliance processes. PPS helps professionals across South Africa access tailored insurance, medical aid, investment, and retirement solutions. Delivering innovative solutions requires...

Java Engineer

Our client is seeking an experienced Java Engineer to join a high-performing software engineering team delivering innovative, enterprise-grade solutions. This role is ideal for a passionate developer who enjoys solving complex business challenges, contributing to...

Java Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is seeking an experienced Java Engineer to join a high-performing software engineering team delivering innovative, enterprise-grade solutions. This role is ideal for a passionate developer who enjoys solving complex business challenges, contributing to...

Business Intelligence Consultant

Our client is seeking a motivated Business Intelligence Consultant to join a dynamic and growing team focused on data analytics, automation, and business process improvement. This opportunity is ideal for an individual who enjoys solving complex business challenges,...

Business Intelligence Consultant – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Our client is seeking a motivated Business Intelligence Consultant to join a dynamic and growing team focused on data analytics, automation, and business process improvement. This opportunity is ideal for an individual who enjoys solving complex business challenges,...

Junior Project Manager

Our client is seeking a proactive and organised Junior Project Manager to join a growing technology-focused environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to work alongside senior leadership, coordinate software development...

Junior Project Manager – Gauteng Sandown

Our client is seeking a proactive and organised Junior Project Manager to join a growing technology-focused environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to work alongside senior leadership, coordinate software development...

Full Stack Developer (JavaScript / TypeScript)

Our client is seeking talented Full Stack Developers with strong JavaScript and/or TypeScript experience to join a dynamic consulting environment. This opportunity offers exposure to a wide range of industries, projects, and technologies, allowing developers to work...

Full Stack Developer (JavaScript / TypeScript) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is seeking talented Full Stack Developers with strong JavaScript and/or TypeScript experience to join a dynamic consulting environment. This opportunity offers exposure to a wide range of industries, projects, and technologies, allowing developers to work...

Application Support Engineer

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Application Support Engineer to join their Business Process Management team. This role is ideal for a systems-focused professional who enjoys troubleshooting, process improvement, systems administration, and supporting...

Application Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Application Support Engineer to join their Business Process Management team. This role is ideal for a systems-focused professional who enjoys troubleshooting, process improvement, systems administration, and supporting...

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