Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

Seacom 2.0 sets Africa up for an AI, cloud future

Seacom has launched Seacom 2.0  a new subsea cable system that the company believes will help secure Africa’s role in the global digital economy while addressing the demand for AI, cloud and real-time data services. It was 16 years ago that Seacom first went live with...

Rise in salary payments for 2025

There has been a rise in overall salary payments so far in 2025. This is according to the PayInc Net Salary Index, a revamped version of the Take-home Pay Index from PayInc, formerly BankServAfrica. The new study uses a revised sample and new methodology to deliver...

What Saffers searched for in 2024

Demure, Malome Victor, Dricus du Plessis, Tshwala Bami, Inside Out 2 and the AFCON. These are the terms for lead this year's trends on search. Google’s 2024 Year in Search [YIS] report for South Africa reveals unexpected trends and fascinating insights into the...

Look out for these trends in 2025

2025 is set to be a transformative year for businesses in South Africa with industries navigating new challenges and opportunities driven by global trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics. From shifts in how people work, to tariffs, and emerging risks,...

AI key in fighting new cyberthreats

During 2024, the world saw cyberthreats evolve faster than before primarily due to the rise in the number of and popularity of AI tools. These tools assist cybercriminals in refining and making attack tactics more sophisticated and more difficult to recognise, while...

How to grow our share of global supply chains

A new report released today by the World Economic Forum provides a comprehensive framework for governments and companies identifying the factors that make a location attractive for investment in manufacturing and supply chains. Ongoing geopolitical, technological and...

IBM enhances GenAI with optics breakthrough

IBM has unveiled breakthrough research in optics technology that could dramatically improve how data centers train and run generative AI models. Researchers have pioneered a new process for co-packaged optics (CPO), the next generation of optics technology, to enable...

Tech, data collection help NGOs effect social change

In April 2022, the multi-sector partnership Thrive by Five, led by the Department of Education and DataDrive2030, released their wide-ranging 2021 Thrive by Five Index, the largest open-source data set in the country of preschool child development according to early...

AI-enhanced attacks a rising cyberthreat

A new report from API (application programming interface) technology developer Kong, Security Perspectives 2025: AI-Enhanced Threats and API Security Report, highlights how new developments in AI will impact today’s API security landscape. A massive 25% of respondents...

Better environmental performance boosts profits, cuts costs

Sustainable practices in business are more than just an ethical responsibility; they make sound financial sense. In their Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management study, researchers from Kyushu University reveal that companies with better...

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Is your business making the most of Open Source?

When it comes to business applications, Open Source Software (OSS) has become the technology of choice. In fact, according to a Red Hat survey on The State of Enterprise Open Source, 69% of IT professionals indicated that OSS is either highly important or very...

Unexpected business-building benefits of stricter data regulation

Storing data securely and using it appropriately should not be merely a compliance-driven practice; it should be a cornerstone of any business. By Professor Yudhvir Seetharam, head of analytics, insights and research at FNB Business Not only does appropriate data...

SMMEs could gain advantage by using third-party providers

To meet the challenges posed by the pandemic and to contend with a contracting economy, South African businesses need to be agile and seek out opportunities that will accelerate their recovery and growth. One way companies can do this is by leveraging the expertise of...

Cracked hacks: when fun becomes deadly

By June 2021, the Crackonosh cryptojacking malware, had earned threat actors a hefty profit of $2-million. Once in a system, the malware destroyed any antivirus programmes installed and then set about mining cryptocurrency. This malware is one of many that's found its...

Legal firms can save money and improve efficiency

The traditionally conservative, paper-driven legal profession in South Africa is embracing bespoke document management systems and automated processing in an effort to boost productivity, increase efficiencies and elevate client service. This trend is driven by the...

Vodacom deploys new sites in Northern Cape villages

Vodacom Central Region, covering the Free State and Northern Cape provinces, has switched on two new 3G and 4G enabled base station sites in deep rural areas in Kamiesberg Local Municipality, Northern Cape province. The two base stations were deployed in Kamasies and...

Liferay, Riverbird Technology partner on digital transformation

Liferay, an open source software company that assists organisations in building digital experiences, has partnered with Riverbird Technology Partners, a specialist technology and consulting company, to assist businesses in their digital transformation journeys. With...

Mukuru expands in SA

African fintech Mukuru has extended its partnership with Pargo Click and Collect and announced that its many users can now receive their remittances via WICODE at any Shoprite, Checkers or Usave store. Mukuru CEO Andy Jury says that financial inclusion starts by...

Mazars, Neu Capital Africa merge

Mazars corporate finance division and Neu Capital Africa - now rebranded as Cala Capital Africa - have announced the consolidation of their capital raising advisory capabilities to establish Africa's leading mid-market capital raising practice. The partnership will...

Technodyn announces latest update to IFS Cloud

Technodyn International, the exclusive strategic partner for IFS in sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the general availability of the latest update to IFS Cloud. With the new release, the company has added a host of new features and functionality that speed up time to...

Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...

Senior Linux Engineer (Azure/Terraform/DevOps) (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:YOUR expertise in platform engineering, automation, and coding as an Senior Linux Engineer is sought by an innovative Independent Asset Management Firm to drive the efficiency, reliability, and security of its infrastructure systems and platforms. You will...

Senior Python Developer – Remote Remote

Senior Python Developer The Role This exciting company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to enhance their products, develop new offerings with banking partners, and explore new opportunities. You'll:Design, test, and deploy code to improve service range, returns,...

Service Desk Analyst (L2) – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Service Desk Analyst (L2)Support Escalations and Troubleshooting for a Dynamic Global IT EnvironmentIT Support | Johannesburg, South Africa | Full-Time | Mon-Fri, 08:30-18:00 BST About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing Managed Services Provider delivering expert...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) – 0587

A client in the automobile industry is looking for a SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced)Product / Feature Team Information (if applicable)Human Resource Management, Corporate Security and Real Estate / Payroll & BenefitsESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· SAP ABAP skills...

Service Desk Analyst (L1)

Service Desk Analyst (L1)Deliver top-tier first-line IT support in a dynamic, customer-focused environmentIT Support | Johannesburg | Full-Time | 08:30 - 18:00 BST (Shift Rotation) About Our ClientOur client is a growing technology services provider committed to...

Python/Django QA Tester (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Financial Services Provider is undergoing significant modernization of its core insurance platform and is seeking a skilled Python/Django QA Tester to support this transformation. They are looking for an experienced and passionate Python Software...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) – 0587 – Gauteng Centurion

A client in the automobile industry is looking for a SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced)Product / Feature Team Information (if applicable)Human Resource Management, Corporate Security and Real Estate / Payroll & BenefitsESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· SAP ABAP skills...

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