Time for SA to wake up and smell the AI paradox
South Africa can lead Africa in governing wireless as critical infrastructure, but first we need to face up to harsh facts: 83% is the staggering number of SA organisations that have experienced a wireless security incident in the past year alone. This is the view of...
Firewalls spark strong growth in network security
The worldwide Network Security market reached nearly $8-billion in 2Q 2026, up 18% YoY - with firewall growth accelerating from 9% percent in 1Q 2026 to 18% in the second quarter as enterprises moved ahead with targeted lifecycle refreshes, capacity additions, branch...
Healthy growth forecast for SASE market
The global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market will grow at a 15% CAGR to revenue of $24-billion by 2030, according to a new forecast report from Dell’Oro Group. The outlook reflects two complementary sources of strength - renewed SD-WAN momentum and additional...
Spend on AI-optimised IaaS surges
Worldwide AI-optimised infrastructure as a service (IaaS) spending is projected to grow 96% through 2026, reaching $42-billion, according to Gartner. “This growth is driven by continued demand for infrastructure to support large language model (LLM) training and the...
SA records most fraud cases in Africa
South Africa has recorded the highest number of occupational fraud cases in sub-Saharan Africa, according to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' (ACFE) latest Occupational Fraud 2026: A Report to the Nations. The report found that South Africa accounted for...
Surgical robots make their mark in global operating theatres
The global surgical robots market is forecast to reach $45,6-billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 14,9% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Surgical robotic systems are equipped with high-definition cameras and robotic arms, allowing...
Unemployment numbers point to bigger issues
South Africa’s unemployment rate rising to 33,6% is concerning, particularly when we consider the efforts being made to get these numbers moving in the right direction. This is the word from Nkosinathi Mahlangu, youth employment specialist at Momentum Group...
Odyssey inspires a worldwide journey – for scammers too
Christopher Nolan’s new Odyssey movie has been one of the most talked-about and internationally anticipated premieres of the year, but the film’s global debut has also triggered a surge in scam activity. Kaspersky says cybercriminals are exploiting the immense...
Spotify to ID AI personas
Spotify is introducing an AI Persona badge that will let users know if an artist’s identity may be AI-generated and not represent a real person. This follows earlier tools for artist identity and trust, including Verified by Spotify, SongDNA, AI Credits and Artist...
SA’s unemployment figure looks grim
South Africa saw an increase of 345 000 in the number of unemployed persons to 8,5-million according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) – Q2: 2026 released today. During the period, there was a decrease of 16 000 in the number of employed persons to...
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Is SaaS dead? Not in SA. Or anywhere else
Recent headlines declaring the 'death of SaaS' have gained momentum as AI-driven disruption reshapes enterprise software. But the reality is far more nuanced, says Stephen Howe, director at Times 3 Technologies (T3T). SaaS is not dying, he says: it is evolving into...
Signs your storage is holding you back
In the drive for business growth, organisations across South Africa are investing heavily in talent, applications, and strategy. By Nischal Mahakian, client solutions product specialist at Dell Yet the foundational technology that underpins every digital interaction -...
Rising to the era of AI-powered cyber defenve
The world of cybersecurity has fundamentally changed writes Anthony Grieco, senior vice-president and chief security & trust Officer at Cisco. Today, I’m proud to share that Cisco is joining the world’s most critical cyber defenders to...
The risks of storing fuel at home
As fuel prices surge amid global oil volatility linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, South Africans are being cautioned against storing large quantities of petrol and diesel in excess of 100 litres at home - a practice that significantly increases the risk of fire,...
Redefining compliance to build trust and growth in microfinance
South Africa’s microfinance sector is operating in an increasingly complex risk environment. By Fatgie Adams, head of credit risk solutions, and Darin Naidoo, head of microfinance at TransUnion South Africa Fraud schemes are becoming more sophisticated, compliance...
From AI pilots to enterprise value: What it takes to scale
In a low-growth economy where expanding revenue is challenging, organisations are under increasing pressure to unlock efficiencies and do more with less. By Kgomotso Lebele, country MD of Accenture, South Africa Consider a major South African bank that recently...
Red Hat adds OpenShift on Google Cloud Dedicated
Red Hat has announced upcoming support for Red Hat OpenShift on Google Cloud Dedicated, providing highly regulated organisations - including those in financial services, healthcare, and the public sector - with the isolated infrastructure and operational independence...
The quiet advantage: Why consistency wins in a volatile channel
The ICT channel is entering a period where pressure is no longer cyclical but structural, writes Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing officer at DCC Technologies. Pricing volatility, supply chain shifts and tightening margins are no longer isolated challenges....
ADG wins second Google Cloud Partner of the Year for Africa award
Accelera Digital Group (ADG) has been named the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year for Sub-Saharan Africa – for the second time. ADG focuses on delivering foundational infrastructure and advanced AI/ML capabilities to enable the next generation of African...
Seacom PeeringReach extends connectivity
Seacom has launched Seacom PeeringReach, a cost-effective Layer 2 connectivity solution designed to extend South Africa's Internet Exchange (IXP) fabric directly into local municipalities and regional hubs. Delivered over Seacom's national long-distance fibre...
Business Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking a Business Analyst to investigate and analyse business problems to understand their nature, cause, effects and drivers, using a variety of methods and techniques.RequirementsResponsibilities:· Investigates and analyses business problems to understand...
ServiceNow Health & Safety Technical Consultant / Developer at Datonomy Solutions
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Technical Consultant / Developer with strong hands-on experience implementing, developing and configuring ServiceNow Health & Safety / Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) solutions.The role will focus on the...
Senior Business Process Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role PurposeWe are seeking an experienced Senior Business Process Analyst to support a global business transformation programme.Working closely with business stakeholders, you will be responsible for understanding, documenting and analysing current business processes,...
Data Scientist
Love turning complex data into business-changing insights?We partner with innovative organisations that are leveraging advanced analytics and AI to transform their businesses. We're expanding our database of Data Scientists for exciting upcoming projects across...
SAP Project Manager
Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced SAP Project Manager to lead end-to-end ECC to S/4HANA transformation programme, with a strong focus on RISE with SAP.This role is accountable for driving large-scale, business-critical transformation initiatives,...
Data Scientist – Gauteng Midrand
Love turning complex data into business-changing insights?We partner with innovative organisations that are leveraging advanced analytics and AI to transform their businesses. We're expanding our database of Data Scientists for exciting upcoming projects across...
SAP Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced SAP Project Manager to lead end-to-end ECC to S/4HANA transformation programme, with a strong focus on RISE with SAP.This role is accountable for driving large-scale, business-critical transformation initiatives,...
Head of Technical – Solar PV (In Office – CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a fast-growing specialist in Solar PV Operations & Maintenance (O&M), focused on maximising the performance, reliability, and value of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar assets. They are seeking a Head of Technical to lead the...
Software Developer (x3 positions – 6 Month Fixed Term 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...
Head of Technical – Solar PV (In Office – CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a fast-growing specialist in Solar PV Operations & Maintenance (O&M), focused on maximising the performance, reliability, and value of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar assets. They are seeking a Head of Technical to lead the...
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