IITPSA conference to delve into AI’s impact on jobs
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) will host its first ICT skills conference at Emperor’s Palace on 30 October, focusing on the impact of AI on jobs and skills in the sector. “AI is potentially the most disruptive technology in the modern...
Europe deploys a record 35 new Nvidia AI supercomputers
A record 35 Nvidia AI HPC supercomputers are in development across Europe — equipping more than 3-million researchers with next-generation infrastructure for continental AI, accelerated science and industrial innovation. The systems represent Europe’s largest one-year...
CFOs must stop mistaking finance AI deployment for value creation
Finance functions are rapidly moving AI from experimentation into production, but many CFOs are still struggling to convert AI deployment into significant business value, according to Gartner. Marco Steecker, director analyst, research in the Gartner Finance practice,...
Data drives strong Telkom earnings
Telkom SA SOC has published strong financial results for the year ended 31 March 2026. Group revenue increased by 1,4% to R44 477-million, driven by robust data revenue growth of 7,6%. Data revenue now contributes 59,8% to total group revenue, up from 56.4% in the...
Vehicle sales defy headwinds to hit 12-year high
New vehicles sales in May reached 51 071 units, the highest monthly total recorded since May 2013 and representing a 12,8% increase over May 2025, according to naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. “Rising new vehicle sales in South Africa continue to confound...
SOC blind spot could miss threats
A new global Kaspersky Security Services report ‘Anatomy of a Cyber World’* reveals a blind spot in enterprise security operations centres (SOCs): while performance is typically measured by detection and response speed, organisations rarely assess whether they’re...
Resurgence of vulnerable whales in southeastern Atlantic
More than 40 years after the end of commercial whaling, new research led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) reveals a recent increase in sightings of the world’s two largest whale species – blue and fin - in the southeastern Atlantic. The findings, published in the...
Sizekhaya kicks off as lottery operator
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) has welcomed Sizekhaya as South Africa’s new South Africa's National Lottery and Sports Pools operator, effective today (1 June 2026). NLC board chairperson Professor Barney Pityana says the transition marks an important...
Nvidia and Microsoft reinvent Windows PCs for personal AI
Nvidia yesterday unveiled Nvidia RTX Spark, a new superchip that it says reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents, offering a new class of computer that moves from tool to teammate. Designed for AI, creating and gaming, RTX Spark brings Nvidia...
Advanced AI models are reshaping cybersecurity
Anthropic recently announced a powerful new model named Mythos, trained to identify critical security flaws in software. The model proved capable enough that Anthropic opted against a general release, concluding that AI has reached a point where it can match all but...
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Leadership development matters for retaining top local talent
As global companies continue to increase investment in leadership development to strengthen retention, South Africa risks falling behind. By Mark Watt, partner at Heidrick & Struggles South Africa Internationally, organisations are lifting leadership development...
Protect the 2026 balance sheet by fixing tech spend
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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...
How SaaS supply chains became cybersecurity’s new weak link
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is no longer an IT choice; it’s the operating system of business itself. By Avinash Gupta, head of centre of excellence at In2IT Technologies From Salesforce to Workday, Microsoft 365 to Slack, the SaaS layer now underpins collaboration,...
iOCO expands Saudi presence
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Money mule activity amplifies fraud risks for global businesses
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2026 a crypto tipping point for African merchants
Cryptocurrencies, and especially stablecoins, are expected to rapidly move from early experimentation towards mainstream for African merchants over the next two to three years. As the regulatory fog lifts, customer familiarity with stablecoins is set to accelerate as...
King V ushers in a new era of governance
Business intelligence firm LexisNexis has lauded the introduction of King V. Governance of South African organisations has entered a new era since the beginning of 2026. Lizanne Engelbrecht, executive manager of Content at LexisNexis, says the introduction of King V...
If Africa does not digitise its heritage, it will lose it
Africa’s heritage is one of the world’s greatest cultural endowments, yet much of it remains fragile, undocumented, and at risk, writes Matone Ditlhake, CEO of Corridor Africa. As time, climate change, conflict, and globalisation accelerate loss, the question is no...
SA’s renewable energy divide: where are the jobs?
As households and businesses with capital increasingly move towards renewable energy (solar + batteries), Eskom is left serving a shrinking base of paying customers while remaining responsible for electricity as a social good. This dynamic places upward pressure on...
Intermediate Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We're looking for a Intermediate Data Scientist who is ready to take real ownership of their work and contribute to solving complex, high-impact business problems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, building practical machine learning...
IT Systems Administrator (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A reputable Sporting Group seeks a highly technical IT Systems Administrator whose core role will entail being responsible for the server environment of an organization. You will ensure daily that they are running efficiently by performing upgrades and...
Wealth Management Administrator – In Office – Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a well-established Wealth Management business seeking an experienced Operations Support professional to join their Cape Town team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong operational background within Financial Services who enjoys...
Software Developer in AI / Machine Learning Engineer
We are seeking a hands-on AI/Machine Learning Engineer to build and deploy intelligent solutions in a real-world environment.The role focuses on end-to-end AI delivery, from data processing and model development to production deployment.You will work on scalable,...
Wealth Management Administrator – In Office – Cape Town – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a well-established Wealth Management business seeking an experienced Operations Support professional to join their Cape Town team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong operational background within Financial Services who enjoys...
Software Developer in AI / Machine Learning Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a hands-on AI/Machine Learning Engineer to build and deploy intelligent solutions in a real-world environment.The role focuses on end-to-end AI delivery, from data processing and model development to production deployment.You will work on scalable,...
Data Software Engineer (Python, FastAPI, SQL) – Hybrid – Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of cutting-edge Financial Security is looking for a Data | Software Engineer who will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of modern data-driven applications and services that support their strategic technology...
Data Analyst at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for an experienced and technically versatile Data Analyst who excels in data interpretation, business insight generation, and technical development.This role requires a deep understanding of data architecture, system design, and AI concepts, combined...
COBOL / Mainframe Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced COBOL / Mainframe Developer to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing business-critical legacy systems within the financial services sector. This is a hands-on position focused on stability, performance, and the...
Data Software Engineer (Python, FastAPI, SQL) – Hybrid – Johannesburg – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of cutting-edge Financial Security is looking for a Data | Software Engineer who will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of modern data-driven applications and services that support their strategic technology...
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