CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

SA’s economic recovery remains fragile

After nearly two decades of weak growth, declining investment and rising structural constraints, South Africa faces a narrow window in which decisive reforms could determine whether it escapes long‑term stagnation or remains trapped in low growth. Coface research...

Made-in-SA platform makes AI more accessible

A South African company hopes to change the way people across the country and beyond access and engage with artificial intelligence (AI). Siza AI, built by Durban-based tech developer, Jeeten (Jay) Bhoora, is believed to be Africa’s first fully email-powered AI...

AI investments a priority as capital spending stalls

Chief financial officers (CFOs) are entering the second half of 2025 facing a mix of cost pressures, policy shifts and geopolitical risks, resulting in 37% of finance leaders already pausing some capital spending, according to a survey by Gartner. “This survey of...

Key trends in IoT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly evolving and, according to research group Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), there are several key trends emerging – the integration of AI, edge computing and blockchain, standardisation for more efficient management of IoT devices,...

NTT boosts Africa’s digital transformation with JINX integration

NTT – in conjunction with INX-ZA – has gone live with the Johannesburg Internet Exchange (JINX) node within its Johannesburg 1 (JOH1) data centre. With 6 200 square metres of data centre server space and 12MW IT critical load, the JOH1 data centre is NTT’s newest and...

Team SA takes bronze at International Olympiad in Informatics 

The four-member South African team won two bronze medals and an honourable mention at the 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI 2024) - the most prestigious global computer science competition for secondary school and high school students. Bronze medals were...

Interest rates down, SME confidence up

With the rand continuing to strengthen and heightened political stability as a result of the now formalised Government of National Unity, the small business sector in South Africa continues to show improved confidence. On the back of South African Reserve Bank cutting...

Repo rate drop welcomed

The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) yesterday (19 September) announced a 0,25 basis point cut, taking the interest rate down to 8%, with the prime lending rate now set at 11,50%. This cautious approach brings a small sigh of relief...

UNDP and IBM launch energy analysis tools

IBM and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched new interactive models on energy within UNDP’s global GeoHub platform. The new solutions use technologies such as the IBM watsonx AI and data platform to enable users - from policymakers at the...

Gen Z set to shake up the workplace

Kathy Gibson reports – As more Gen Z employees join the workforce, they are set to make waves in the world of work. Gen Z are the people born between 1997 and 2012. Today, they make up just 9% of the global workforce, but this will increase to 27% by next year. The...

Gender parity will unlock $287bn for African economy

Tackling systemic barriers towards the participation of young women in Africa’s workforce will drive an estimated $287-billion to its economy by 2030, boosting GDP by 5%. This is among the findings of a new report by the Mastercard Foundation in collaboration with...

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Telviva appoints Antony Russell as CTO

Telviva has announced the appointment of technology industry veteran Antony Russell to the position of chief technology officer. Russell will be instrumental in the management and continued development of the company's product portfolio serving both local and...

Dimension Data achieves VMware Cloud Verified status

Dimension Data has achieved VMware Cloud Verified status, extending the VMware support it offers clients who are strategically digitalising their operations and need to manage and optimise networks. "As a VMware Cloud Verified partner, we provide clients access to the...

IFS signs up Technodyn for sub-Saharan Africa distribution

IFS has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Technodyn across sub-Saharan Africa. Technodyn will be empowered to grow IFS' presence in this market as the lead partner and to become the market face of IFS in the region. Technodyn is a subsidiary of...

Ghana sees digital communication uptake

To a large extent, enhancing the customer experience (CX) has been a game of catch-up for most organisations in Ghana, until the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic which significantly accelerated the uptake of digital channels by enterprises last year. By Olufunmilayo...

LanDynamix migrates ManpowerGroup to global network

LanDynamix has successfully migrated the South African operations of its long-standing client, ManpowerGroup South Africa, onto the parent company's global network. The move follows a decision by ManpowerGroup to move all its subsidiaries onto a single global...

How to deal with the Born Digital generation in your business

The youth of South Africa - now more than ever - is becoming more assertive of the demands and aspirations they wish to see represented in their economy. In fact, the skills and innovation of younger workers are becoming more important than ever as South Africa moves...

Two Rivers Platinum Mine in underground communication breakthrough

Two Rivers Platinum, a large underground platinum mine located in Steelpoort, Limpopo, has made great strides in setting up a reliable underground Wi-Fi network, providing wireless services to the rock face and full wireless coverage from the face to the tipping area....

Ukheshe places second in KPMG Global Tech Innovator launch

The KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Africa competition came to a close this week with Ukheshe taking second place among 75 other entrants across Africa. The maiden KPMG Global Tech Innovator launch showcased Africa's place as the next global the next...

There’s never been a better time to install fibre

With more of us working, learning, and staying entertained at home over the past 18 months, it's never been clearer that being without a fast, reliable internet connection for even just an hour can be intolerable. By Matthew Campbell, head of SME and FTTH at Seacom As...

Automation and AI in security: what’s the big deal?

In 1988, a Cornell University graduate student named Robert Morris wanted to measure the size of the Internet. He wrote a program that could spread across a network, install itself on machines, and then Morris would count the instances. From that, the now-infamous...

AI Specialist – 2078

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Backend Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region

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DevOps Engineer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer (Flexible Resource Assignment) Location: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Home Office Rotation Join Our Client in the Motor Industry and Help Drive Smart, High-Performance ProductionAre you ready to be part of a dynamic, international IT...

Technical Azure Business Analyst (12-Month Contract)

ENVIRONMENT:A well-established Independent Asset Management Firm seeks the expertise of a highly skilled & proactive Technical Azure Business Analyst with experience in data integration, process automation and product support. Your core role will be to deliver...

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ENVIRONMENT:A leading Rental Service Provider in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Mobile App Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mobile app development, with expertise in React Native, TypeScript, and a solid...

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