Data centres go green
Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Data centres – critically important if Africa is to advance its AI agenda – use ever-increasing amounts of electricity, which the continent battles to provide. The ideal solution to the electricity...
Governance key to AI success
Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Artificial intelligence (AI) governance and policies are top of the agenda for African countries as they seek to grasp the many opportunities that the technology promises. There’s no shortage of advice,...
ShinyHunters claims Next.js security breach
Vercel, the company that provides Next.js, confirms it has suffered a security breach involving unauthorised access to internal systems via a compromised third-party AI tool. The attack was claimed by the group ShinyHunters, which says it has stolen GitHub/NPM tokens,...
SA’s hard-won recovery under pressure
As we enter the second quarter of 2026, the hard-won momentum of South Africa’s economic recovery is facing a major stress test. A global energy shock has ignited a severe cost-of-living hike, with soaring fuel prices threatening a new wave of logistics-driven...
FNB launches SME digital enablement programme
FNB and Edge Growth have launched the FNB Digital Enablement Programme (DEP), an 18-month, hands-on journey designed to help SMEs modernise their operations and compete with greater confidence and agility. DEP moves beyond traditional training by offering real...
Woman in Technology award goes to Aasiyah Adams
Visionary technologist, Aasiyah Adams has been named the Woman in Technology winner at the 2026 Woman in Stature Awards South Africa, recognising her outstanding contribution to digital transformation and technological advancement. In a category supported by iME, the...
EdTech really isn’t all about AI
EdTech specialist, Injini, has released the fourth edition of its African EdTech Insights Report, questioning whether the technology being deployed in African schools is actually serving the purpose its designed for. Titled "When Technology Meets the Classroom: What...
Capetonians face high air pollution risk
More than 40% of Cape Town’s metropolitan population is exposed to high or very high levels of air pollution, according to a new study by the University of Cape Town (UCT) which has produced the first high-resolution map of air pollution risk across the area. The...
Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA
The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....
Strategic wireless investments drive higher ROI in the AI era
WiFi has evolved into a strategic growth engine capable of delivering a multiplier effect - where a single network investment drives compounding returns across employee productivity, customer engagement and revenue. This is the headline finding from Cisco’s new State...
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Check Point secures AI factories with Nvidia
Check Point Software Technologies’ AI Cloud Protect is now part of Nvidia Enterprise AI Factory validated design for AI runtime cyber security, enhanced protection, and robust infrastructure acceleration capabilities. “The integration of Check Point AI Cloud...
PCI DSS compliance is a business essential, not an IT task
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance has often been viewed as something to focus on only when required, such as when a breach makes headlines or a bank requests proof of compliance. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA at Galix This reactive...
The importance of empowering working parents
Hybrid working arrangements are helping to break down the gendered division of family work and bringing wider economic benefits in the process, writes International Workplace Group(IWG) CEO and founder Mark Dixon. For many working parents, the struggle to balance...
Refresh from Dell at CES 2026
Dell Technologies has announced a strategic expansion of its consumer and gaming portfolio. At CES 2026, the company reintroduced its XPS brand with designs across new form factors and price points, expanded its Alienware line to reach more gamers and launched two...
Sandisk rebrands WD_BLACK and WD Blue NVMe SSDs
At CES 2026, Sandisk announced Sandisk Optimus as the new name for its internal SSD lineup for gamers, creators and professionals. Featuring new packaging and product design is inspired by the company’s brand heritage and focus on delivering innovation. "The Sandisk...
LG Electronics unveils ‘AI in Action’ approach
LG Electronics (LG) presented its approach to “AI in Action” at LG World Premiere, the company’s annual pre-CES event in Las Vegas. The company highlighted three core pillars behind its strategy: Affectionate Intelligence that has evolved into action-oriented AI,...
LG launches Wallpaper TV
At CES 2026, LG Electronics unveiled its latest OLED lineup, headlined by the return of the LG OLED evo W6, True Wireless Wallpaper TV. The W6 revives LG’s Wallpaper Design first introduced in 2017, is now combined with True Wireless connectivity and Hyper Radiant...
Government AI predictions for 2026
When it comes to public sector predictions, the disruptions and upheavals in both government and AI in 2025 would have challenged Nostradamus. However, despite 2025 being marked by uncertainty, many SAS experts accurately predicted the evolution of AI in government in...
WiFi 7 ushers in the era of the intelligent edge
For years, WiFi was simply the connection between users and the wired core where the real processing happened. WiFi 7 changes that, writes Martin May, business development: networking at Duxbury. Access points can now deliver multi-gigabit throughput with predictable...
LG unveils new premium gaming monitor
LG Electronics has announced the global launch of its new premium gaming monitor brand, UltraGear evo at CES 2026. The inaugural UltraGear evo lineup features three flagship models – 39GX950B, 27GM950B and 52G930B – united by a shared foundation of high-resolution...
Project Manager (Retail Shopfitting) – Gauteng Gauteng
PROJECT MANAGER ( RETAIL SHOPFITTING)Location: PretoriaNon-Negotiables:4–5 years' relevant Project Management experienceProven experience within the shopfitting / retail environmentStrong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesHigh attention to...
Technical Architect and Senior Back End Developer (C#, .Net 6+, ASP.NET Core, EF Core) (CPT Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:OUR client in ClimateTech seeks a hands-on Technical Architect and Senior Backend Developer to take ownership of the platform's end-to-end technical design and personally lead the build of its core Backend services. You will be the design authority for its...
Technical Architect and Senior Back End Developer (C#, .Net 6+, ASP.NET Core, EF Core) (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:OUR client in ClimateTech seeks a hands-on Technical Architect and Senior Backend Developer to take ownership of the platform's end-to-end technical design and personally lead the build of its core Backend services. You will be the design authority for its...
Dean of Faculty: Information Technology (IT
We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to take on the role of Dean of Faculty: IT. This is a strategic and executive-level position responsible for driving academic excellence, innovation, and regulatory compliance across the faculty. The successful candidate...
Dean of Faculty: Information Technology (IT – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to take on the role of Dean of Faculty: IT. This is a strategic and executive-level position responsible for driving academic excellence, innovation, and regulatory compliance across the faculty. The successful candidate...
Network and Cisco Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
DescriptionThe Network and Cisco Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, support, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure across branches and franchise locations. The role ensures stable connectivity, secure communications, and...
Network and Cisco Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
DescriptionThe Network and Cisco Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, support, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure across branches and franchise locations. The role ensures stable connectivity, secure communications, and...
Network and Cisco Engineer
Scope of ServicesInstallation and support of network infrastructureOverseeing the installation of ISP Circuits at the client branches and franchises.Overseeing the installation of network equipment and cabling at the client branches and franchises.Managing network...
Online Administrator at PnP – Western Cape Kenilworth
Role SummaryTo support the organization by efficiently managing employee schedules, maintaining accurate workforce data, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, and assisting with key HR administrative functions. The Workforce Administrator plays a vital role in...
SALT Graduate Software Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: The SAAO, in partnership with SALT, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of Graduate Engineer Software Engineering/ Diagnostics and Control Systems to join our Software Engineering Team based in Cape Town. The...
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