Structural shifts redefine how African markets work
The era of expansion-led growth in Africa is over, with the continent’s business leadership class pivoting from growth narrative to institutional proof, according to the latest IndustryTrends Report from TheBoardroom Africa. The report brings together insights from 30...
SA scale-ups grow faster than the broader economy
While South Africa’s economy is expected to grow by around 1% this year amid persistent unemployment, constrained investment conditions and uncertain geopolitics, a group of locally founded high-growth companies is expanding at more than 40 times that rate, creating...
New SilverFox campaign targets SA companies
Kaspersky Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) analysed several new waves of cyberattacks conducted by the SilverFox group, observed since December 2025. The campaign targeted companies in South Africa, India, Indonesia, and Russia across industrial,...
Old Mutual warns of investment scam
Old Mutual is again warning the public about sophisticated investment scams circulating on social media, messaging platforms and email, that impersonate senior executives in efforts to mislead potential victims. The latest scam falsely uses the company’s name as well...
$2m winners in AI and Manufacturing awards named
The Milken Institute and the Motsepe Foundation have announced that BleagLee, a Cameroon-based AI-powered waste recycling company, is the $1-million grand prize winner of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing. The award is designed to recognize established...
Strong passwords can’t save you from AI, infostealers and the Telegram Underground
Welcome to the real World Password Day 2026 (today, 7 May), and it's not the one where we remind you to add an exclamation mark to "Password123”. By Shayimamba Conco, security evangelist: Africa at Check Point Software Technologies This year's World Password Day is...
AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge
Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...
Obituary: Kelvin Reynolds
Respected IT channel executive and motorsport enthusiast Kelvin Reynolds has passed away. Kelvin was best known in the IT industry for his leadership roles at Zytron, M&PD, Siltek Distribution Dynamics (SDD), Oracle and Epson. He began his IT career in 1980 as a...
Autonomous business, AI layoffs free up budget, but don’t deliver returns
Among organisations piloting or deploying autonomous business capabilities, approximately 80% report workforce reductions, according to a survey by Gartner. However, those reductions do not appear to translate into return on investment (ROI). The survey found that...
Data breaches continue to hit SA users
Surfshark’s quarterly analysis of global data breaches shows that South Africa ranks as the 42nd most breached country in Q1 2026, with 212 700 leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 210.3 million accounts were breached, with the US ranking first and amounting to 29%...
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Directing the dual workforce in the age of AI agents
We will be the last generation to work with all-human workforces, writes Linda Saunders, country manager and senior director solution engineering Africa at Salesforce. This is not a provocative soundbite but a statement of fact, one that signals a fundamental shift in...
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...
Business Analyst at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.
A leading technology-driven organisation is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support business optimisation, process improvement, and digital transformation initiatives across the businessThe successful candidate will work closely with operational and...
Full Stack Developer
Our client is searching for a Fullstack Developer (Javascript/Typescript) to join their team! Join a dynamic consulting environment where you'll work across diverse client projects, delivering scalable, high-impact digital solutions. Collaborate within...
Business Analyst at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd. – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
A leading technology-driven organisation is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support business optimisation, process improvement, and digital transformation initiatives across the businessThe successful candidate will work closely with operational and...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is searching for a Fullstack Developer (Javascript/Typescript) to join their team! Join a dynamic consulting environment where you'll work across diverse client projects, delivering scalable, high-impact digital solutions. Collaborate within...
Java Developer
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Java Engineer
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SAP Authorisation Consultant (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role & Responsibilities Role Build (Role changes/new roles). 2nd Line Support. Trouble shooting. Applications operations support for Authorisations. Providing 1st level support to users; adhering to documented processes. Providing 2nd level support to processes...
Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
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Java Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
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SAP Authorisation Consultant (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
Role & Responsibilities Role Build (Role changes/new roles). 2nd Line Support. Trouble shooting. Applications operations support for Authorisations. Providing 1st level support to users; adhering to documented processes. Providing 2nd level support to processes...
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