Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

Ericsson and MTN modernise MoMo platform

Ericsson and MTN Group Fintech have completed the Mobile Money (MoMo) Evolved Migration across key African markets including Eswatini, Ghana, Rwanda, and Uganda. Building on these latest deployments, the two companies are advancing similar evolution initiatives in...

Women get fussy over the tech in their homes

Women are becoming more deliberate about the technology they bring into their homes - prioritising products that solve practical, recurring problems rather than simply adding more technology for technology’s sake, according to new research from Solenco. Comparing data...

Nvidia taps Vera chips to build next-generation chips

The complexity of modern chip design continues to grow as engineering teams work to develop increasingly sophisticated CPUs, GPUs and AI systems. To help meet that challenge, Nvidia is collaborating with industry leaders Cadence and Synopsys to optimise critical...

Government warns of migration misinformation

Government cautions the public against trusting or sharing unverified content relating to migration, as misinformation, disinformation and malinformation continue to pose a growing challenge to social cohesion and informed public discourse. According to a statement...

Toshiba TV launches in SA

Toshiba TV has officially entered the South African market, offering consumers a curated range of televisions and electronic accessories. The South African range a number of models in the Regza range: V35R Series (32-inch to 50-inch) – Regza Engine, Dolby Audio and...

Vodacom reports strong first quarter

A strong rand helped the Vodacom Group grow its revenue by 5,9% to R42,4-billion during the first quarter of 2026. Group service revenue grew 6,3%, with normalised growth accelerating to 12,6% and tracking favourably against our medium-term target. South Africa...

TikTok removed over 1-million SA videos in Q1

TikTok removed 1 192 526 videos in South Africa for violating its Community Guidelines during the first three months of 2026. According to the platform’s Q1 2026 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, 99,6% of these videos were proactively removed before anyone...

Asset managers divided when it comes to AI investment

A striking investment paradox is emerging at the heart of the asset management industry's AI revolution, new research from Clearwater Analytics reveals. While AI budgets across the fund management industry are growing at an extraordinary pace - with 63% of firms...

RS South Africa empowers next generation of engineers

RS South Africa has announced the winners of the 2026 Student Project Fund - an initiative designed to empower the next generation of engineers by supporting hands-on innovation, experimentation, and problem-solving. This year’s programme awarded 13 students from...

AMD launches full-stack compute for agentic AI

AMD has launched its next-generation AI infrastructure and physical AI portfolio, led by AMD Helios rackscale solutions now in production and set to be be deployed by at gigawatt scale. At its Advancing AI 2026 event yesterday, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su said: “The...

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Africa is showing how digital assets work

This year, the digital asset industry will no longer be divided by ideology, but by execution. By Lasbery Chioma Oludimu: vice-president of global operations and MD of Yellow Card Nigeria The question will not be whether digital assets belong in the financial system,...

Endeavor SA closes R230m Harvest Fund III

Endeavor South Africa has announced the close of Harvest Fund III at R230-million. This venture fund brings together both entrepreneurs and institutional investors focused on backing and scaling the next generation of high-growth technology businesses across South...

New CEO for Siemens Mobility

Siemens Mobility has announced the appointment of Florian Kellenberger as the new CEO of Siemens Mobility South Africa. With more than 23 years of experience at Siemens, Kellenberger previsouly served as head of operations for rail infrastructure at Siemens Mobility...

Rustenburg, Orbit TVET strengthen skills development partnership

Rustenburg Local Municipality and Orbit TVET College have strengthened their working relationship through a collaborative skills development programme aimed at upskilling municipal employees with accredited training. The initiative follows an internal skills...

Agricultural innovation can buffer global shocks from the Iran war

The war in the Persian Gulf is already being felt far beyond the region, reflected in rising fertilizer prices in rural India and in the shifting planting decisions of farmers across Africa and well beyond. By Dr Himanshu Pathak, Director General of the International...

Kelvin Nhlapo confirmed as GM of IITPSA

The board of the Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) has announced that Kelvin Nhlapo has been appointed GM of the IITPSA with effect from 1 April 2026. Nhlapo joined the IITPSA as head of business development in 2019, and was appointed...

Oversight matters: Spotting payroll fraud in a digital world

South Africa's government has put payroll fraud in its crosshairs. In its latest Budget Review document, the National Treasury prioritises digital payroll systems for state entities, combatting what some outlets have reported as over R4-billion in annual losses...

The cracks in the password wall

For years, passwords stood as the first - and often only - line of defence between users and cybercriminals. Yet as attacks became more sophisticated, this once-reliable shield turned into a vulnerability, writes Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect:...

War, oil and SA supply chains

Supply chain industry body SAPICS says that the effects of the war in Iran are already rippling through global supply chains and that South African businesses and consumers are unlikely to be spared. Disruptions to energy markets, maritime shipping routes and...

Compliance is key to hiring remotely without the risk

A fast-growing company hires a developer in Poland, a marketing lead in Brazil, and a finance contractor in Kenya. And all of these employees are brought in without anyone ever setting foot in the same office. Meetings are held via video calls, documents are accessed...

OutSystems Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Experienced OutSystems Developer looking to build enterprise-grade applications using the latest low-code technology?A well-established organisation within the financial services and technology sector is seeking an experienced OutSystems Developer to join its Digital...

Desktop Support Technician

Role Summary:This position assists customers, end users at onsite or remote locations and operating staff with technical support of desktop computers, applications, and related technology. Interaction with multiple levels of end users, managers, VIPs and local...

IM Technician

Job Purpose: The person will be a member of the our clients IM Support team providing business service as IM Technician, Ensuring the system integrity, maximum availability and performance of all the information systems are maintained according to the customer' s...

Desktop Support Technician – Gauteng Centurion

Role Summary:This position assists customers, end users at onsite or remote locations and operating staff with technical support of desktop computers, applications, and related technology. Interaction with multiple levels of end users, managers, VIPs and local...

IM Technician – Gauteng Braamfontein

Job Purpose: The person will be a member of the our clients IM Support team providing business service as IM Technician, Ensuring the system integrity, maximum availability and performance of all the information systems are maintained according to the customer' s...

Microsoft Certified IT Engineer ( Alberton )

Join a Top Services Provider (MSP) Team!Job Title: Microsoft Certified IT EngineerLocation: Alberton, JohannesburgBasic Salary: Negotiable from R25K to R30K based on qualifications, skills, and experience.About the CompanyOur client provides robust managed ICT and...

Microsoft Certified IT Engineer ( Alberton ) – Gauteng Primrose

Join a Top Services Provider (MSP) Team!Job Title: Microsoft Certified IT EngineerLocation: Alberton, JohannesburgBasic Salary: Negotiable from R25K to R30K based on qualifications, skills, and experience.About the CompanyOur client provides robust managed ICT and...

Business Intelligence Consultant (Montague Gardens)

Opportunity to Deliver Business Intelligence SolutionsJob Title: Business Intelligence ConsultantLocation: Montague Gardens, Cape TownBasic Salary: Negotiable from R30K to R45K based on qualifications, skills, and experience.About the CompanyOur client is an...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North

Are you a Senior Java Developer who thrives on building scalable, high-performance enterprise applications?An established organisation within the financial services sector is looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join its technology team on a 12-month...

Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Lead Unleash high-performing teams. Crush impediments. Deliver transformation that matters.Role SummaryWe're looking for a dynamic Scrum Master / Project Manager who doesn't just facilitate Agile — they ignite it. You'll be the energetic...

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