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...
Former asbestos miners face elevated mortality decades after exposure
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) School of Public Health has provided new insights into the long-term health consequences and mortality experience of former asbestos miners in South Africa. Published in the American...
Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic
Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world" –...
AI offers a competitive advantage in cybersecurity
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping cybersecurity and is the biggest driver of change in the field, according to a new World Economic Forum report: 94% of cyber leaders identify AI as a defining force and 77% of organisations already use it in their...
Vodacom expects increased earnings
Vodacom has issued a trading statement for the financial year ended 31 March 2026. The group expects to report strong earnings per share (EPS) growth, with results consistent with its Vision 2030 double-digit EBITDA growth ambition. Accordingly, shareholders are...
Leadership changes at Intel focus on innovation
Intel has announced two key leadership appointments to strengthen its core product business and advance the company’s innovation agenda. Alex Katouzian will join Intel as executive vice-president and GM of the Client Computing and Physical AI Group. In this role,...
AI Draft Policy withdrawal: an uncomfortable moment but a useful one
The withdrawal of South Africa’s draft national AI policy by Communications Minister Solly Malatsi has caused understandable embarrassment, writes Darren Olivier, partner at Adams & Adams. Fictitious academic references found their way into a draft official policy...
IBM delivers an AI operating model blueprint
IBM has announced its most comprehensive expansion of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud management capabilities to date. Products and capabilities unveiled at the company’s Think conference include the next generation of IBM watsonx Orchestrate for multi-agent...
April vehicle sales strongest in over a decade
New vehicle sales in 2026 continued their positive trend in April, with 47 979 units sold. This makes April’s the best figure since 2013, according to the latest figures distributed by naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. This represents a remarkable performance...
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Hexnode expands into Africa
Hexnode, the enterprise software division of Mitsogo, has released Hexnode XDR, its extended detection and response platform that underpins its effort to strengthen cyber resilience across African organisations. Across Africa, cyber threats continue to escalate in...
Cyber-resolutions that will actually improve your life in 2026
The new year is the perfect time to reset goals and build new habits. But apart from the usual commitments to exercise more, doomscroll less or eat better, 2026 is the year to finally get ‘cyber-fit’ – you don’t even have to drive to a gym for this one. While...
Why technical and vocational skills are SA’s growth engine
The 2025 matric results are out, and the class of 2026 returns to school the today (14 January 2026). Hundreds of thousands of young people face crucial decisions about their future. But the automatic assumption that university is the only path to success needs urgent...
How AI will transform the workplace in 2026
If you think just about every assumption about work has already been upended, get ready for even faster change in 2026. The key driver? Agentic AI. By Kevin Delaney, senior writer for Cisco Global Communications Because while we’ve already seen big paradigm shifts in...
New training scenarios from Kaspersky
Kaspersky has expanded its flagship awareness platform, Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation (KIPS), introducing new and updated scenarios that reflect the evolving cyberthreat landscape. The release aims to help corporations, banks and IT companies enhance...
Acer debuts Aspire AI Copilot+ PCs
Acer has announced new models of its Aspire series of mainstream laptops, powered by new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors. Built as reliable all-rounders, the Acer Aspire 14 AI and Aspire 16 AI feature premium designs and deliver smooth performance, all at...
Salesforce announces general availability of Slackbot
Salesforce has unveiled its Agentforce 360 vision with Slack as the conversational interface where people and agents work together, connecting knowledge, actions, and data in real time. Slackbot is now a deeply personal agent for work, built directly into Slack to...
Hisense highlights FIFA collaboration
At CES 2026, Hisense showcased its latest technology applications for the FIFA World Cup 2026, highlighting how its large-screen and home appliance innovations continue to support both professional football operations and immersive fan experiences. The Hisense booth...
Beyond the matric results: practical tips for navigating an uncertain future
You’ve got your matric results. Now you’re staring at a gap between where you are and where you want to be. “According to Statistics SA the numbers are real: 40% of youth aged 15–24 are not in employment, education, or training. Over 100 000 matriculants meeting...
A new, new era of intelligent connectivity
WiFI 7 marks a generational leap in wireless technology but its impact on Africa will depend on how the industry and service providers transform its capability into accessibility, writes Craig Blignaut, product manager: WiFI at Vox. There have been six generations of...
Senior Software Engineer, Applied AI – George (Onsite) – Western Cape Tamsui Industria
ENVIRONMENT:Our client who builds AI agents as products, systems that operate autonomously across business functions, handle real customer interactions, and deliver measurable outcomes within a regulated insurance environment, is looking for a Senior Software...
Lead BI Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Lead BI DeveloperCenturionReference # 24533 Minimum Requirements5+ years' experience developing and managing data strategies aligned to supporting overall business goals, management and technical execution of strategic business data projects and reporting &...
Mid-Level Business Analyst – George (Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing AI Product and InsurTech business is building next-generation AI agents that operate inside real-world business environments, handling live customer interactions, automating workflows, and delivering measurable commercial outcomes within a...
Mid-Level Business Analyst – George (Onsite) – Western Cape Tamsui Industria
ENVIRONMENT:A fast-growing AI Product and InsurTech business is building next-generation AI agents that operate inside real-world business environments, handling live customer interactions, automating workflows, and delivering measurable commercial outcomes within a...
Senior-Level Backend PHP Developer
Our client is looking for a Senior-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with extensive PHP expertise and a passion for designing scalable,...
Senior-Level Backend PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
Our client is looking for a Senior-Level Backend PHP Developer to join their engineering team. This role is suited to a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and technically strong developer with extensive PHP expertise and a passion for designing scalable,...
UX Designer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Role OverviewWe are seeking a Senior UX Designer to design intuitive, scalable, and user-centric experiences for complex digital platforms and enterprise applications. This role requires a hands-on designer with strong experience simplifying complex workflows,...
UX Designer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role OverviewWe are seeking a Senior UX Designer to design intuitive, scalable, and user-centric experiences for complex digital platforms and enterprise applications. This role requires a hands-on designer with strong experience simplifying complex workflows,...
Senior Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Senior Solutions Architect – Shape the Future of Intelligent Enterprise Systems*Design end-to-end solutions across apps, data, and integration in complex enterprise environments.Lead API-first, event-driven architectures that power scalable digital ecosystems in the...
Senior Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Senior Solutions Architect – Shape the Future of Intelligent Enterprise Systems*Design end-to-end solutions across apps, data, and integration in complex enterprise environments.Lead API-first, event-driven architectures that power scalable digital ecosystems in the...
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