In an era of instability, restructuring promotes resilience

The era of corporate stability is over and this is why the most important C-suite appointment companies can make in 2026 is a full-time and continually proactive chief restructuring officer (CRO) in charge of a CRO office. A new Global CRO Study 2026, authored by the...

Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Vodacom Business becomes Google Cloud Premier Partner

Vodacom Business has become a Premier Partner for Google Cloud and Google Workspace in the Sell Engagement Model. “At Vodacom Business, we understand that digital transformation is no longer optional – it’s a business imperative,” says Sabelo Mabena, executive head of...

Young scientists recognised at Eskom Expo Ekurhuleni

Learners participating in the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Ekurhuleni regional science fair have been awarded for showcasing ingenuity, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact on their communities and the environment. The regional science...

Businesses are vulnerable to AI-driven cyberattacks

A recent Kaspersky study reveals that businesses are increasingly worried about the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cyberattacks. According to the findings, 56% of surveyed companies in South Africa reported a rise in cyber incidents over the past year,...

Paratus opens Botswana to Zambia fibre route

Paratus Botswana has commenced work on lighting a new fibre route, the SADC Highway, that will connect Gaborone in Botswana, through Zimbabwe, to Livingstone in Zambia. The first section in Botswana, which is from Gaborone to Plumtree, spans approximately 500km and is...

Africa to benefit from Smart LEO networks

Q-KON is extending its collaboration with Eutelsat OneWeb to develop end-user portfolio service sets engineered to meet the needs of niche market sectors in sub-Saharan Africa. Recognising the challenges inherent in the African connectivity landscape, Q-KON is working...

Siemens Healthineers adopts medical imaging AI

About 3,6-billion medical imaging tests are performed annually worldwide to diagnose, monitor and treat various conditions. Speeding up the processing and evaluation of all these X-rays, CT scans, MRIs and ultrasounds is essential to helping doctors manage their...

How to deliver marketing excellence in 2025

With increased pressure to deliver growth and support cross-functional work, Gartner has identified three priorities for CMOs to deliver marketing excellence in 2025. These priorities include: Transcending disruption by bridging the gap between marketing strategy and...

Intel launches Arc B-Series graphics cards

Intel has announced the new Intel Arc B-Series graphics cards (code-named Battlemage). The Intel Arc B580 and B570 GPUs offer best-in-class value for performance at price points that are accessible to most gamers, deliver modern gaming features and are engineered to...

How high school learners are hooked on vaping

A new study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has uncovered startling levels of vaping among high school learners in South Africa, with nearly 30% of Grade 12 students reporting active use. the research, involving over 25 000 learners across 52 schools, was...

Hydrogen engines face narrowing window of adoption 

In 2025, Europe’s second-largest truck OEM, MAN Truck & Bus, will deliver 200 hydrogen trucks powered by its in-house H45 hydrogen combustion engine. These trucks will emit less than 1g of CO₂/tonne-km (drastically lower than a comparable diesel), with ranges up...

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Huawei launches FTTR solution

At the 2022 Mobile World Congress (MWC), Huawei launched innovative gigabit fibre-to-the room (FTTR) solutions. The solutions extend fiber to every room and aim to build an all-optical base for smart homes and digital enterprises, enabling gigabit Wi-Fi 6 coverage in...

Metrofile deepens digital services offering with IronTree acquisition

JSE-listed Metrofile has expanded its suite of digital services - backup, disaster recovery, cybersecurity and specialised virtual private server (VPS) hosting - through its acquisition of IronTree. While paper-based document management remains a central pillar of...

Capital Appreciation acquires fintechs

South African FinTech Group, Capital Appreciation, has expanded its portfolio of technology companies. Capital Appreciation has acquired the Responsive Technology group for the purchase price of about R48,68-million. The acquisition includes three South African...

MTN, Rakuten Symphony sign MOU for OpenRAN trials

MTN Group and Rakuten Symphony signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to conduct live 4G and 5G OpenRAN proof of concept (PoC) trials in South Africa, Nigeria, and Liberia based on Rakuten Communications Platform (RCP). RCP assists telcos worldwide with the...

Paratus Telecommunications gets go-ahead in Botswana

The Competition and Consumer Authority of Botswana has unconditionally approved the acquisition of 100% of Broadband Botswana Internet (BBi) by Paratus Telecommunications. Both Paratus and BBi are licensed to provide a range of network and data management solutions...

Nokia debuts SaaS services in analytics, security, monetisation

At Mobile World Congress 2022, Nokia announced two new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) services in the areas of security and analytics, as part of its strategy to give communication service providers (CSPs) and enterprises a more flexible and cost effective way for...

Open source innovation in the automotive industry

The automotive industry is racing towards a technological transformation. By Haaike van der Merwe, senior solutions architect: sub-Saharan African at Red Hat Car manufacturers are no longer only differentiating themselves by the engine or exterior designs to sell...

Remote working requires greater workforce support

Remote working has become part of the standard operating procedure of many companies across industry sectors. By Annalie Terblanche at SilverBridge Holdings At the very least, business leaders have embraced a hybrid environment where employees split their time between...

What we got wrong about customer loyalty

Earning a customer's loyalty is critical to business success. It is often far easier (and more cost-effective) to retain existing customers than it is to find new ones, but how exactly do you keep them coming back for more? By James Bayhack , director: sub-Saharan...

Networking Engineer (Tier 2)

Tier 2 Network Engineer skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements: MatricCCNA / CCDA / CCNP (CISCO Certified)MCITP / MCP CertifiedMicrosoft 365...

Senior Business Analyst x2 at Adapt IT

Introduction The purpose of the senior business analyst role is to lead, coordinate and oversee analysis and designs related todevelopment projects which include analysing user requirements, designing and documenting the solution. Seniorbusiness analysts are...

Software Developer C#.NET – KwaZulu-Natal Westville

A rapidly expanding business is seeking a driven Intermediate Full-Stack Developer to join their in-house technology team. This is a hands-on role where you'll contribute to building internal platforms and customer-facing systems that support marketing, CRM, digital...

Networking Engineer (Tier 2) – Gauteng West Rand

Tier 2 Network Engineer skilled in integrating and problem-solving in Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Cisco Internetworking, VPNs, and firewalls. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements: MatricCCNA / CCDA / CCNP (CISCO Certified)MCITP / MCP CertifiedMicrosoft 365...

Senior Business Analyst x2 at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand

Introduction The purpose of the senior business analyst role is to lead, coordinate and oversee analysis and designs related todevelopment projects which include analysing user requirements, designing and documenting the solution. Seniorbusiness analysts are...

Database Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre

The job purpose is to develop, maintain and test database solutions in line with FIC business requirements.• Analyse- and interpret of business requirements documents • Compile and review of technical design specification • Develop and maintain of database views,...

Senior Software Engineer (C#) (EE) (CPT Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A leading eCommerce platform seeks a passionate Senior Software Engineer who loves building websites, Backend systems or mobile applications. Applicants will need 5 years' experience with C# (or similar + excellent grasp of Computer Science principles), a...

Senior System Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

The Systems Analyst supports the business by helping them to transform operational objectives into business solutions by gathering, analyzing and translating their specific needs into clear, unambiguous business requirements and functional specifications, and ensuring...

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