SA’s procurement problem isn’t cost – it’s capability
A new global report from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), the global professional body for procurement and supply with a presence in over 180 countries, has revealed a fundamental shift in how organisations manage procurement, with...
Warehouses as we know them are about to change
By 2030, 50% of new warehouses in developed markets will be designed as “robot-centric” facilities, with humans being optional, according to Gartner. As warehouse workers become less willing to perform manual tasks, many organisations will be challenged to sustain...
Applications open for JWO Research Grant
The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications today (23 March 2026), inviting early-career African scientists to submit research proposals that advance biodiversity and conservation on the continent. The grant is open to...
Are we upholding Section 14 in the digital age
As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Constitution (21 March), we are celebrating a document that was designed to protect the inherent dignity of every citizen. In 1996, the threats to that dignity were largely physical. Today, however, our lives...
Hybrid working spurs part-timers to rejoin the workforce
With the current focus on driving economic growth, an International Workplace Group (IWG) report reveals the potential of hybrid work to boost productivity and bring more skilled labour into the workforce. IWG’s new data highlights that 44% of former part-time workers...
Influence the next frontier in gender parity
While global progress on gender equality in business leadership has stalled, South Africa is moving in the opposite direction – but although the country has largely solved representation, there’s a new gap emerging: influence. The latest SNG Grant Thornton Women in...
Governments keen on AI for routine decision-making
At least 80% of governments will deploy AI agents to automate routine decision-making, enhancing efficiency and service delivery by 2028, according to Gartner. “Government CIOs are under growing pressure to embed AI into decision-making capabilities rapidly and...
Manufacturing resilient despite financial strain
South Africa’s manufacturing industry has long been a cornerstone of the country’s economy and despite its decline over the last few years it is still providing significant employment and supporting business activity. However, the sector now faces a critical juncture,...
SA biotech makes critical molecule for lab-grown meat
A local biotechnology firm says it will produce a key molecule used internationally to grow meat products more sustainably following the successful industrial scale‑up of the molecule’s production process in CSIR bioreactors. Immobazyme, a South African start-up,...
Digital anxiety climbs as workers stay online after hours
A new Kaspersky survey undertaken in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region reveals that digital anxiety is becoming a defining feature of modern work culture, as employees don’t disconnect even during their free time and vacations. According to the...
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AI in the contact centre: from efficiency to empathy
The future of the contact centre is not about replacing people with technology, but empowering them. According to Sasha Slankamenac of Dariel Software, AI is shifting customer service from efficiency-driven performance to empathy-focused engagement. With AI copilots...
Turn payroll complexity into operational clarity
In industries where every hour counts and efficiency is critical, payroll and HR challenges can quickly bring operations to a grinding halt. For manufacturing plants running 24/7, security teams patrolling around the clock, and logistics networks moving goods across...
AI and the smart factory
Imagine walking into a factory where machines can think ahead, predict problems before it happens, and automatically make adjustments to realise peak performance. By Johan Potgieter, cluster industrial software lead at Schneider Electric This isn’t science fiction;...
MetroFibre brings affordable fibre connectivity to KwaThema
MetroFibre has opened its sixth Fibre Experience Store in KwaThema, marking another step forward in its mission to bridge the digital divide and make high-speed, affordable internet available to more South Africans in underserved communities. KwaThema represents one...
Zero trust begins with the right security partner
As businesses move beyond traditional network boundaries, the old “castle and moat” model of security is no longer effective. In a world of hybrid work, cloud platforms and mobile devices, implicit trust within a network is a major vulnerability. By Ivaan Captieux,...
POPIA compliance for health data
Health data is one of the most valuable assets in modern healthcare, and the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) places strict requirements on its use. By Wendy Tembedza, partner at Webber Wentzel Stakeholders in the healthcare sector understand the...
Vertiv supplies AI-ready infrastructure for Digital Realty’s Italy campus
Vertiv will supply next-generation infrastructure for ROM1, Digital Realty's first data centre in Italy with a planned capacity above 3MW. The agreement extends the comprehensive suite of Vertiv solutions and existing technology implementations with Digital Realty...
Why SA’s future depends on smart cities and high-speed fibre
By 2050, two-thirds of the world’s people will live in cities. South Africa is already feeling that pull as more people move to metros in search of work and opportunity. By Dr Sunil Piyarlall, executive for network architecture and modelling at Openserve Many of our...
The hint is in the hug
The global economy is unsettled. After two years of uneven recovery, 2025 has been a mist of slow growth, high household debt and psychological fatigue. By Insaaf Daniels, head of human capital at redPanda Software The IMF October 2025 outlook revised the negative...
Roche launches first AI-enabled continuous glucose monitor
Roche has announced that its Accu-Chek® SmartGuide continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) solution is now available in South Africa. This significant milestone means that people living with diabetes over the age of 18 can now benefit from the solution’s enhanced glucose...
Cobol Developer
Design, develop, and maintain eRegister application using the COBOL programming language.Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow eRegister to run.Monitor system performance and proactively identifying potential issues to prevent downtime.Conduct...
Cobol Developer – Gauteng Gauteng
Design, develop, and maintain eRegister application using the COBOL programming language.Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow eRegister to run.Monitor system performance and proactively identifying potential issues to prevent downtime.Conduct...
Senior Software Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: SARAO has an exciting Senior Software Engineers position which forms part of the software development team building the MeerKAT, MeerKAT Extension, African VLBI Network (AVN) and the Square Kilometre (SKA) telescopes. Senior software engineers...
Senior Software Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: SARAO has an exciting Senior Software Engineers position which forms part of the software development team building the MeerKAT, MeerKAT Extension, African VLBI Network (AVN) and the Square Kilometre (SKA) telescopes. Senior software engineers...
Database Developer
OverviewAn experienced Database Developer is required to design, develop, and maintain robust database solutions within a dynamic IT environment. The role focuses on building efficient, scalable, and high-performing database structures, with a strong emphasis on...
Database Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
OverviewAn experienced Database Developer is required to design, develop, and maintain robust database solutions within a dynamic IT environment. The role focuses on building efficient, scalable, and high-performing database structures, with a strong emphasis on...
Agile Project Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager with FinTech experience and a strong IT background to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial technology products, software development lifecycles, and project...
Agile Project Manager – Gauteng Midrand
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager with FinTech experience and a strong IT background to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial technology products, software development lifecycles, and project...
Solutions Architect
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join Banking Client Technology Architecture Team on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in designing and delivering client-focused technology solutions aligned with enterprise architecture...
Solutions Architect – Gauteng Edenburg
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join Banking Client Technology Architecture Team on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in designing and delivering client-focused technology solutions aligned with enterprise architecture...
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