Telecom operators turn to AI to boost margins
Worldwide spending on telecommunication and pay TV services will reach $1 532-billion in 2025 – a YoY increase of 1,7% - according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker. The latest forecast is slightly more...
AI, cloud and cybersecurity spur Europe’s IT spend
IT spending in Europe is projected to total $1,4-trillion in 2026, an increase of 11,1% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. The research group adds that IT spending in Europe is on pace to reach $1,3-trillion by the end of 2025. “AI, cloud, and...
Africa’s Business Heroes crowned
The grand prize winner of the sixth annual competition Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition, a philanthropic initiative sponsored by the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Philanthropy, has been announced, along with the first and second runners-up. The ABH...
Budget does little for under-pressure SMEs
Kathy Gibson reports – The budget tabled by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday offers very little benefit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Despite the fact that SMEs provide about 60% of the private sector jobs in South Africa, tax increases in the...
Phishing campaign targets Booking.com users
Starting in December 2024, leading up to some of the busiest travel days, Microsoft Threat Intelligence identified a phishing campaign that impersonates online travel agency Booking.com and targets organisations in the hospitality industry. The campaign uses a social...
Hire for promise not proficiency to close skills gaps
Organisations lose out on performance gains when they require employees to demonstrate proficiency in all skill requirements before moving them into critical roles, according to a survey by Gartner. In fact, employees hired based on promise are 1,9-times more likely...
YouTube creators blackmailed to spread crypto malware
Cybercriminals are targeting popular YouTube creators with fake copyright claims, forcing them to distribute cryptocurrency mining malware disguised as Internet restriction bypass tools to thousands of viewers. Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT)...
How VAT will influence business considerations ahead of May 2025
The 2025 Budget tabled by Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana in Parliament on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, saw the 2% VAT increase initially proposed in February 2025 replaced by two consecutive 0,5% increases, bringing the VAT rate to 16% in the 2026/27 financial year....
VAT increase reflects tough fiscal choices
The revised approach to VAT increases announced in the delayed Budget speech represents a concession by Treasury while still striving to meet the revenue requirements necessary to offset government spending, sustain public services, and maintain fiscal stability. By...
Budget scales up private sector-driven infrastructure funding
In his 2025 Budget Speech, South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, identified infrastructure as a key pillar for the country’s growth strategy. He announced that over R1-trillion will be allocated to infrastructure spending over the next three years,...
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Merchants joins UN Global Compact
Business process outsourcing (BPO) provider and customer experience partner, Merchants, has become South Africa's first BPO to join the United Nations Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative. "We are excited about this new step in our...
SARS publishes 2022 income tax return filing dates
On 3 June 2022, SARS will publish a notice in the Government Gazette specifying the taxpayers that do not need to file income tax returns for the 2022 year of assessment, and the deadlines for taxpayers that have to file an income tax return. By Joon Chong, partner at...
Nexio in exclusive partnership with Poprush Cloud & Consulting
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Changing the fintech landscape
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Nagging Panda deals with late payers
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AURA partners with OUTsurance
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Westcon-Comstor wins Palo Alto Networks distribution for SADC
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First Distribution Teams with Nozomi Networks
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Evotel sponsors Tumelo Molloyi Sunshine Tour
Fibre network operator (FNO) Evotel is sponsoring 28-year old South African golfer, Tumelo Molloyi, for participation in the 2022 Sunshine Golf Tour, supporting the youngster's inspirational drive to become a leader in the golfing world. Molloyi turned pro in 2018 and...
Check Point achieves Common Criteria certification
Check Point Software has successfully completed a new Common Criteria (CC) certification. This achievement marks the important recognition of Check Point's ability to meet or exceed the security requirements of the 31 Nations who are members of the Common Criteria...
Network & IT Support Field Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
A consumer service management and rating platform offering wireless IoT solutions for customer feedback, surveys, and queue management systems is looking for a Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team as they grow and expand their footprint. Their...
Security Engineer
Seeking a mid-level Security Engineer with 3-7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations. Key Requirements 3-7 years' experience in information security or a related roleProficient in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and remote workforce...
Network & IT Support Field Technician
A consumer service management and rating platform offering wireless IoT solutions for customer feedback, surveys, and queue management systems is looking for a Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team as they grow and expand their footprint. Their...
Security Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking a mid-level Security Engineer with 3-7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations. Key Requirements 3-7 years' experience in information security or a related roleProficient in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and remote workforce...
Network & IT Support Field Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
A consumer service management and rating platform offering wireless IoT solutions for customer feedback, surveys, and queue management systems is looking for a Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team as they grow and expand their footprint. Their...
Senior Full Stack Developer
Exciting opportunity for a Senior Full Stack Developer to build and scale backend services powering cross-border remittances across Africa. Key Requirements 8+ years in full stack development, with a strong backend focusProficient in Node.js, TypeScript,...
Network & IT Support Field Technician
A consumer service management and rating platform offering wireless IoT solutions for customer feedback, surveys, and queue management systems is looking for a Network & IT Support Field Technician to join their team as they grow and expand their footprint. Their...
Graduate: IT Software Test Analyst at The Foschini Group
JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Working with a team of test analysts, test automation specialists and developers to create and maintain automated test packs for various systems within the Customer, Platform & Insights Testing team. During this time, the graduate...
Graduate: IT Software Test Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Working with a team of test analysts, test automation specialists and developers to create and maintain automated test packs for various systems within the Customer, Platform & Insights Testing team. During this time, the graduate...
Senior Developers – Eastern Cape Gqebera
A global logistics and freight forwarding company that offers a comprehensive range of services to clients, both international and local, to manage the movement of goods, is currently seeking a Senior Developer to join their IT Product team. In this role, you'll be a...
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