PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Seacom deploys a high-capacity Nairobi–Kampala route

Seacom has launched a new high-capacity terrestrial network route between Nairobi and Kampala, reinforcing one of East Africa’s most critical digital corridors. ​ The new route connects key infrastructure hubs in Nairobi, Kisumu and Kampala, creating a more resilient...

Governments step in to support Gen Z in the job market ​

There is a widespread belief that Gen Z is somehow ill-equipped for the modern workplace: unambitious, disengaged, unwilling to put in the hours. It’s an easy headline, but it is the wrong conclusion to draw, writes Mark Dixon, founder and CEO of International...

How SMEs can survive punishing fuel price hikes

South African small businesses continue to face pressure from persistently high and volatile fuel costs, with fluctuations at the pumps adding ongoing strain to already tight operating margins. Even with the temporary fuel price increase relief measures extended until...

Tarsus’ Cloud on Demand absorbed by Axiz

As the Tarsus acquisition by the Alviva group begins to slowly solidify, Axiz has announced that it is to integrate its Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) business with Tarsus division Cloud On Demand - looking to strengthen the group’s specialist cloud...

AI lowers barriers to DDoS attacks in Africa

The distributed denial of service (DDoS) threat landscape in late 2025 was defined by sustained global attack volumes, increasingly capable IoT botnets, sophisticated threat actor campaigns, and a decisive move toward AI-enhanced DDoS-for-hire operations. This is...

Pilot to production: the challenge of African developers

Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Africa has no shortage of ideas, use cases and innovation when it comes to developing AI applications. But having a great idea, or an elegant algorithm, doesn’t necessarily translate into a bankable...

Learn from the past in implementing AI solutions

Kathy Gibson reports from the AI Everything Summit in Nairobi – Governments in Africa – indeed, around the world – are grappling with how to ensure their countries are able to benefit from artificial intelligence (AI). But it’s not like the continent hasn’t been...

AI tools exploited for phishing at scale

Phishing through the use of AI is returning as the number one challenge to the security of systems, according to Cisco’s threat intelligence research organisation, Talos. In its Q1 202 incident response report, Talos highlights a fundamental shift away from complex...

Semigration is not all about Cape Town

While we often think of semigration as people moving to South Africa’s coastal areas in pursuit of a happier, healthier lifestyle, the current data reveals a more complex reality, according to new research from Sentinel Homes. “Many assume that people want to get away...

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Lula, Payfast by Network embed growth funding for e-commerce merchants

Business funding platform Lula has entered into a strategic collaboration with Payfast by Network, enabling Payfast merchants to access fast, flexible funding directly within their payments environment. The collaboration brings Lula’s embedded funding solutions to...

Workplace trends for 2026 and beyond

By Dr Chris Blair - The workplace is no longer a fixed structure; it’s a living ecosystem shaped by demographic shifts, technology breakthroughs, and changing human expectations. By the end of this century, the global population is expected to hover around 10-billion...

AI impact is being under-estimated

Technology changes everything eventually and has always shaped how we work. By Mark Dixon, CEO and founder of International Workplace Group (IWG) The difference today is the speed at which that change is unfolding. Advances in AI are accelerating the world of work at...

Green energy, insurtech redefine risk in Africa’s energy transition

As renewable power accelerates across the world, insurers are reshaping how they assess, price and mitigate risk for a new generation of energy assets. The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that global renewable capacity will double between 2025 and 2030....

Data protection is the first line. Recovery is the lifeline

Today, organisations rely heavily on data as the backbone of their operations. Every business decision, customer interaction, and innovation depends on instant access to accurate information. By Aslam Tajbhai, head of solutions at DMP SA Unfortunately, many businesses...

Climate change still a major risk to African mining

Climate change is no longer a distant threat - it’s a present-day disruptor reshaping industries, economies, and ecosystems. In Africa, few sectors are as exposed - or as vital - as mining. Intensifying droughts, erratic rainfall, and rising temperatures are placing...

Why discipline matters more than predictions in 2026

Investors enter 2026 carrying the scars of a volatile year, writes Etienne Viljoen, chief investment officer at Aurora Capital. Markets have moved rapidly between fear and optimism. Policy signals have shifted. Narratives around inflation, interest rates, AI, and...

Rethinking wide-area surveillance for Africa

In Africa’s diverse and often unpredictable environments, surveillance systems face challenges that go far beyond simple camera placement. By Leandro da Cunha, surveillance BU executive at Duxbury Networking From sprawling industrial facilities and logistics hubs to...

A PCI DSS expert the best defence against fraud as a service

Cybercrime has undergone a structural shift. What was once a fragmented underground economy built around specialised skills has evolved into a scalable, on-demand commercial ecosystem. By Johannes Briel, senior cyber security specialist at Galix Today,...

Responsible innovation will define the next era of manufacturing

Manufacturing is standing at a pivotal moment. What was once defined by linear processes, manual production, and siloed data is now evolving into a world of digitally connected, intelligent ecosystems. By Tasneem Dajee, Sage Intacct presales manager at Sage AME The...

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Our client is looking for Data Analyst for a permanent role based Paarl.Minimum 3 years' experience as a Data AnalystExperience with analyticsRole will focus on offering finance data analysis to financial services sectorSome BA experience is advantageousBuilding...

Data Manager (12 Months Contract – Wits Health Consortium)

Background:Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health SciencesWHC provides Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research...

Data Analyst – Paarl – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client is looking for Data Analyst for a permanent role based Paarl.Minimum 3 years' experience as a Data AnalystExperience with analyticsRole will focus on offering finance data analysis to financial services sectorSome BA experience is advantageousBuilding...

Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager with proven experience in IT and network infrastructure projects to lead the successful delivery of Wi-Fi, LAN/WAN, and connectivity initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong project governance and...

Project Manager at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager with proven experience in IT and network infrastructure projects to lead the successful delivery of Wi-Fi, LAN/WAN, and connectivity initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong project governance and...

Technical Drafter / Estimator

Location: George, Western Cape Position Overview An opportunity has become available within the company for an experienced and reliable Technical Drafter/Estimator.Main Duties and Responsibilities-Utilizes work orders, sketches, written and verbal instructions to...

Technical Drafter / Estimator – Western Cape George

Location: George, Western Cape Position Overview An opportunity has become available within the company for an experienced and reliable Technical Drafter/Estimator.Main Duties and Responsibilities-Utilizes work orders, sketches, written and verbal instructions to...

Senior C# React Developer

Participate in solution design and planning to ensure alignment with architectural standards, scalability, and best practices. Define clear objectives, identify risks early, and adapt approaches to deliver effective solutions. Communicate technical decisions and plans...

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