Study uncovers hidden human cost of online gambling

Nearly three quarters (72%) of South African online gamblers describe themselves as being in control of their gambling – but a new study indicates that the reality might be very different. A national study by Yazi reveals a more troubling reality beneath the...

These are the pioneers building next-era AI infrastructure

The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 Technology Pioneers cohort, recognising 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries that are developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to transform industries and societies. The cohort reflects the growing...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

Redvine expands into Europe

Redvine Networks, the managed secure SD-WAN and networking service provider and VeloCloud distributor, is expanding its global footprint with the launch of four European gateway locations and the establishment of a strategic presence in France. “At Redvine, we see...

Bolt strengthens safety measures

Following recent attacks on e-hailing drivers, Bolt says it is sending a clear message: Any act of violence or criminal behaviour against drivers or passengers will not be tolerated. To protect drivers, new high-risk area alerts are being introduced to warn them of...

Cisco deepens AI innovations to transform itself

Cisco – long a leader in the use of AI – has unveiled a wide variety of new and upcoming platform enhancements powered by the technology at its annual WebexOne showcase event to make it clear that the association has deepened, says GlobalData. Gregg Willsky, principal...

AI data centres add new power challenges

Kathy Gibson reports - The sustainable and reliable supply of power is a key concern as rapidly-growing data centres consume more and more electricity. The last 20 years have seen a massive evolution in the data centre, , which has created new challenges for power and...

Saffers spent R214bn on FMCG, durable goods in Q3

South African consumers spent R214-billion on Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Technology & Durable products in the third quarter of 2024, representing a year-over-year growth of 4,1%. This is according to new insight from the NIQ Retail Spend Barometer,...

Action needed as African cybercrime escalates

Check Point Software Technologies has released its 2024 African Perspectives on Cyber Security Report, highlighting the mounting cyber threats targeting critical sectors across the continent and emphasising the need for African organisations to strengthen their cyber...

Network security still a priority

While artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform the technology landscape, CIOs and IT leaders remain focused on enhancing network security and unifying networking, AI, and security into a single, streamlined platform. This is according to Extreme Networks’...

Board practices, structures inadequate to oversee AI

A massive 80% of non-executive directors (NEDs) believe their current board practices and structures are inadequate to oversee AI effectively, according to a new survey from Gartner. However, 91% of NEDs view AI as an opportunity for shareholder value rather than a...

2024 BCX Digital Innovation Awards winners named

BCX has announced the winners of the 2024 BCX Digital Innovation Awards, recognising South African organisations' digital innovation achievements. The winners were unveiled at the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies Awards this week. 2024 BCX Digital Innovation Award...

Vodacom calls on community to help fight theft, vandalism

As the festive season approaches, Vodacom has noticed an increase in the number of battery theft and vandalism incidents on its base stations. The company is appealing to all stakeholders, from law enforcement to communities, to help in combatting these incidents....

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Direct selling industry shows resilience

Latest figures released by the Direct Selling Association (DSA) of South Africa reflect that the country's direct sellers, who are entrepreneurs in their own right, have collectively earned R2,1-billion during the year, 2020. This but must be seen against the backdrop...

How ERP offers tangible ROI to the manufacturing and distribution CEO

As the world continues to shift, manufacturers and distributors have had to contend with new complexities of doing business. Driven by emerging customer preferences and immediate supplier needs, the industry has had to adapt quickly in order to thrive. By Jaco Maritz,...

Get over litigation fatigue with a healthy dose of mediation

In a recent webinar hosted by commercial law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH), experts and legal professionals brought to light the benefits and trends being experiences in a world beyond traditional court-based dispute resolution. According to the experts, the...

Democratising data shouldn’t require a referendum

The terms democratising data or democratising analytics are growing in popularity amongst business owners, especially those hungry to use data more pervasively and gain insights into their organisation. By Tony Nkuna, senior presales solutions consultant at TechSoft...

How to resolve SA’s complex energy security puzzle

As South Africa has recently endured another round of its load shedding nemesis, there has been a concerted call to address and relook at the country's energy security, to meet the immediate and future demand. For the country - and similarly other emerging economies...

Mental health help now a download away

As we mark World Mental Health Awareness Month in October, the sobering statistics around anxiety, loneliness, depression and other mental health issues are at the forefront of many people's minds. Now, a personalised AI coach, Journey Wellness, is available to assist...

Big hitters lined up for 2021 eLearning Indaba finale

Two of the world's best e-learning professionals in Canada's Chris van Wingerden and Ger Driesen of the Netherlands have been lined up for the final eLearning Indaba event of 2021, taking place on 18 November. The New Leaf Technologies eLearning Indaba is an annual...

Rapid cloud migration makes multi-cloud a reality

The days of talking about cloud computing are over: in 2021, the world has seen a concerted move to public cloud as companies look to conserve their cash. Abdul Moosa, chief technology officer of CoCre8 Technology Solutions, explains that the last 18 months have...

Cybercrime ‘tsunami’ on the way

South Africa’s retail organisations, particularly online stores, could expect a significant ramp-up in cybercrime ahead of the holiday season. This is the warning from Deon Smal, CEO of Cyber Insight, a Cape-based cyber security assessment firm. “While data breaches...

A simple, elegant data solution could be right under your nose

Not long ago, I came across a welcome surprise. I kicked the underside of my SUV’s liftgate and watched as the hatch sprang open. After five years of stumbling over my groceries to access this part of my vehicle, a simple but elegant solution emerged right from under...

Enterprise Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

This is a remote position.We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to drive the strategic alignment of business goals with IT capabilities across the organization. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining a holistic architecture vision that...

Business Analyst

OverviewWe're partnering with a fast-growing ERP services firm based in Claremont, Cape Town, to find a hands-on Business Analyst / Product Owner / Consultant. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to step into a role with real ownership, client-facing...

Enterprise Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Soweto

This is a remote position.We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to drive the strategic alignment of business goals with IT capabilities across the organization. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining a holistic architecture vision that...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

OverviewWe're partnering with a fast-growing ERP services firm based in Claremont, Cape Town, to find a hands-on Business Analyst / Product Owner / Consultant. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to step into a role with real ownership, client-facing...

IT Project Manager (Contract)

The Senior Project Manager / Lead is responsible for managing assigned business and IT projects of various sizes throughout the whole project lifecycle to meet project objectives and support the company in achieving its strategy, ensuring key stakeholders are kept...

IT Developer

Are you a talented developer with a passion for building innovative digital solutions? Our client is looking for a driven and skilled IT Developer to join their team. If you're fluent in Afrikaans and English with experience in modern development tools, this is your...

Junior – Intermediate .NET Developer – Cape Town (Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client looking for a Junior to Intermediate .NET Developer to join a growing Cape Town team within a Germany-based tech company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2–4 years of development experience who is eager to learn, contribute to...

IT Project Manager (Contract) – Eastern Cape Gqebera

The Senior Project Manager / Lead is responsible for managing assigned business and IT projects of various sizes throughout the whole project lifecycle to meet project objectives and support the company in achieving its strategy, ensuring key stakeholders are kept...

IT Developer – Gauteng Randburg

Are you a talented developer with a passion for building innovative digital solutions? Our client is looking for a driven and skilled IT Developer to join their team. If you're fluent in Afrikaans and English with experience in modern development tools, this is your...

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