AI ambitions at risk as cloud value not fully realised
Only 14% of global organisations – and 11% of African enterprises – have reached the highest level of cloud maturity despite two decades of cloud adoption, according to new research from NTT Data. The report, “Cloud-led innovations in the era of AI: The new rules for...
Hyperscalers drive strong growth in cloud infrastructure
Global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $110,9-billion in Q4 2025 – YoY growth of 29% and the sixth consecutive quarter of growth of more than 20% in the sector, according to Omdia. As enterprise AI demand shifts from experimentation to production...
Africans are online, but not necessarily secure
Most adults across seven African countries access the Internet frequently - but many remain unfamiliar with digital security measures and practice them inconsistently if at all. This is according to an Afrobarometer telephone survey that polled users in Angola, Benin,...
Pentagon signs OpenAI as Anthropic deadline passes
The US Department of War has ended negotiations with Anthropic over artificial intelligence (AI) safety rails, named the company a supply chain risk and signed a contract with OpenAI instead. Anthropic, negotiating a $200-million contract, insisted on guidelines to...
Routed shifts to evoila Africa
Local cloud provider Routed, acquired by German multinational evoila, is officially now operating as evoila Africa, marking a significant shift in the continent’s VMware cloud landscape. Andrew Cruise, evoila Africa MD, says that the move follows sweeping changes to...
Memory shortage to ravage smartphone sales
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to decline 12,9% year-on-year (YoY) in 2026 to 1,1-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This decline will bring the smartphone market to its lowest...
Ericsson and Intel accelerate the path to commercial AI-native 6G
Ericsson and Intel are collaborating to help accelerate ecosystem readiness for seamless transition to AI-native 6G deployments and use cases. The collaboration – an extension of a decades’ long relationship – was announced at Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026. It...
AMD expands Ryzen AI 400 Series portfolio
At Mobile World Congress 2026, AMD announced an expanded Ryzen AI portfolio with the launch of the AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series and Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series desktop processors. The new processors deliver powerful on-device AI acceleration and next-generation performance,...
Nvidia collaborates with telcos to build 6G on open, secure AI-native platforms
Nvidia has announced a commitment — together with Booz Allen, BT Group, Cisco, Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson, MITRE, Nokia, OCUDU Ecosystem Foundation, ODC, SK Telecom, SoftBank and T-Mobile — to build the next generation of wireless networks on AI-native, open, secure...
Anthropic holds out for assurances from the Pentagon
The US Department of War has offered some guarantees to Anthropic regarding the use of irs AI systems – but Anthropic is holding out for more ahead of a deadline this afternoon (17h01 EST; midnight South African time). The deadline for Anthropic to accede to Pentagon...
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Mukuru and Jumo partner on AI powered credit solution
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Sophos announces Security Operations portfolio evolution
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Veeam to acquire Securiti AI
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SA needs a collaborative, coordinated AI skills strategy
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Outdated employment contracts a major legal risk for SMMEs
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A leader’s guide to building true cyber resilience
For years, the focus of Cybersecurity Awareness Month has been on education – a necessary, but unfortunately incomplete, part of the solution. Despite countless training sessions and phishing simulations, the financial consequences of cyber incidents continue to...
AI-driven development is redefining the CTO’s role
In today’s volatile tech landscape, chief technology officers (CTOs) are under immense pressure to do more with less. With rising operational costs, a competitive race for scarce developer talent, and growing demand for faster digital innovation, the challenge lies in...
Making autonomous supply chains real
If your supply chain still depends on people chasing spreadsheets, calling warehouses, while reacting to crises rather than strategically positioning yourself and your organisation to be more proactive in risk management, it is not only inefficient it is a liability....
With AI demand surging, data centres face a cooling crisis
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Why entrepreneurs need mental mentors
Running a business is often portrayed as a path to independence and success. But behind the scenes, many entrepreneurs are quietly battling overwhelming levels of stress. In a survey of more than 400 early-stage startup founders, 72% reported that entrepreneurship has...
JAVA Developer – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a JAVA Developer to join our client based in Sandton on a contract hybrid role.What you will be doing:Take full end-to-end...
Project Manager
Our client is looking for a highly organized and execution-focused Project Manager to help run day-to-day operations and move key projects forward across multiple teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands systems and...
Infrastructure and Cloud Engineer
Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer. Purpose of the Role:The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and day-to-day management of the...
Business Analyst at QES
Job Title: Contract Business Analyst - Servicing & Claims Transformation Location: Cape Town / Hybrid About the Role: A leading financial services organization is seeking a Contract Business Analyst to support its transformation of servicing and claims operations...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a highly organized and execution-focused Project Manager to help run day-to-day operations and move key projects forward across multiple teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands systems and...
Infrastructure and Cloud Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Beach Front
Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer. Purpose of the Role:The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and day-to-day management of the...
Business Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville
Job Title: Contract Business Analyst - Servicing & Claims Transformation Location: Cape Town / Hybrid About the Role: A leading financial services organization is seeking a Contract Business Analyst to support its transformation of servicing and claims operations...
ICT Infrastructure Manager
The ICT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the organisation's ICT infrastructure to ensure systems are secure, reliable, and available to support business operations. The role oversees the ICT technical team and works closely with ASP...
Technical Architect
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Architect (Contract) to join our financial services client based in Centurion..Ensure correct separation of concerns...
Cobol Developer at Reverside
Reverside is seeking a highly experienced Lead Product Engineer with strong COBOL expertise to support a critical South African Domestic Low Value Payments system. This role operates within a high-performing team responsible for the maintenance, support, and...
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