Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

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...

Earth intelligence a $20bn growth opportunity

Earth intelligence will significantly impact every industry as it rapidly moves from government to the private sector, with annual revenue to surpass $4,2-billion in 2030, up from nearly $3,8-billion in 2025, according to Gartner. The cumulative Earth intelligence...

ISPA echoes calls for regulatory support for MVNOs

ISPA, South Africa's official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), welcomes recent calls for an appropriate, light-touch regulatory regime specifically tailored to support the growing number of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) introducing competition...

August vehicle sales underwhelm but NADA still optimistic

August vehicle sales in South Africa showed a 4,9% decrease compared to the same month last year - a drop that comes at a critical time for the automotive sector. "This decline is disappointing, especially considering the July sales results and improving consumer...

Time to give mobile devices the spring cleaning they deserve

Spring has officially sprung. And with the traditional thoughts around warmer weather and an exciting period of renewal and rejuvenation, now is also the perfect time to give a fresh start to your digital devices. Giving them a proper spring cleaning will not only...

Takealot Group sells Superbalist

The Takealot Group has announced that Superbalist has been acquired by a South African consortium of retail and private equity investors, led by Blank Canvas Capital. The strategic acquisition, effective 1 September 2024, will support Superbalist's ongoing growth,...

How KnowBe4 hired a spy – and sent them packing

In a startling turn of events, cybersecurity awareness training company KnowBe4 recently uncovered an elaborate scam when it unwittingly hired a North Korean spy. This incident has sent shockwaves through the business community, highlighting the growing risks...

IBM, Intel collaborate to drive AI innovation

IBM and Intel are collaborating to deploy Intel Gaudi 3 AI accelerators as a service on IBM Cloud by early next year to help more cost effectively scale enterprise AI and drive innovation underpinned with security and resiliency. This collaboration will also enable...

GenAI a key theme in companies’ discussions

Companies across various sectors are incorporating next-generation AI capabilities into their solutions, with GenAI standing out as a primary focus of technological innovation, reveals the Company Filings Analytics Database of research group GlobalData. The company’s...

Sluggish demand pushes Absa PMI back to contractionary territory

After the encouraging uptick in July, the seasonally adjusted PMI dropped significantly by 8.8 points to 43.6 in August, down from 52.4 in July. This decline underscores the challenges the sector faces amid ongoing political uncertainty, high but slowing inflation,...

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Infobip acquires SMS firewall business

Infobip Group has acquired SMS firewall service provider Anam that offers solutions to more than 80 MNOS with more than 606-million customers across the world. The purchase price remains undisclosed and consists of a combination of cash and Infobip shares. With Anam...

McAfee and Ingram Micro simplify cloud security

McAfee and Ingram Micro have announced that the full MVision portfolio of McAfee Device-to-Cloud suites is available globally for Ingram Micro's network of independent software vendors, value added resellers and managed service providers via the Ingram Micro Cloud...

Kaspersky appointed cybersecurity partner for trade initiative

Africa House London, a trade agency established to encourage trade, commerce, and investment between the UK and a selected number of sub-Saharan African high-growth markets, has selected Kaspersky as its cybersecurity risk management commercial partner for its trade...

Government has a responsibility to award spectrum fairly

Data is the world's most valuable commodity and the government has a critical responsibility to release spectrum in a manner that guarantees entrance for new market players, lower costs and equitable distribution. This is the word from Ignition Telecoms CEO Valde...

Pass the word, especially if it’s your name

World Password Day lands today (6 May) and brings with it the many exciting developments that have changed security and access over the past year. And by 'exciting' what's really meant is 'scary'. The global move to working from home has opened up the Pandora's box of...

Practice password hygiene this World Password Day

Today (Thursday 6 May) is World Password Day, and security experts are urging businesses and individuals to ensure they have basic protections - such as strong passwords and high levels of cybersecurity awareness - in place to protect them against a rising tide of...

Employee wellbeing affects the bottom line

International Labour Day is an official public holiday globally as Countries acknowledge and celebrate the role played by workers and labour movement. There has never been a more critical time than now for employers to celebrate worker's month by providing their...

Salesforce names winning sub-Saharan Africa partners

Salesforce has announced its annual sub-Saharan African Partner Award winners for 2021. Held as a virtual event for the second year running, the awards recognise excellence amongst Salesforce's partner ecosystem in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) for financial year 2021 (to...

Purpose, resilience and diversity in mid-pandemic team-building

As workers across the globe navigate their way around another phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, Michelle Moss: director: assessments at Signium Africa, notes just how necessary team building interventions are at a time of "pre" the post-pandemic stage. "Over the past...

Trends and challenges that will impact businesses

The 2020s will be defined by the way organisations transform their businesses to address changing circumstances, writes Darren Roos, CEO of IFS. The disruption of the pandemic has brought fresh urgency to business decisions that will influence how we live and work for...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior Full Stack Developer – (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A leading Software Solutions company based in Johannesburg is looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer to join their team. In this role, you will collaborate with the development team to enhance and build their unique Tax Software Solution. The ideal...

IT Security Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

The purpose of mid-level IT Security Analyst is to ensure the security of the organization's digital assets and protect against cyber threats. This position will be responsible for protecting network infrastructure, monitoring and analysing security events, responding...

Tech Lead Oracle Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Tech Lead Oracle Developer Role Introduction:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Techs Lead Oracle Developer to drive the design, development, and optimization of robust Oracle database solutions. This leadership role involves hands-on database...

ETL Developer (Full Stack Developer) – Gauteng Centurion

Senior ETL / Full Stack Data DeveloperResults-driven data professional with extensive experience in designing and delivering end-to-end Data Warehouse solutions. Skilled in building robust ETL pipelines, developing scalable database architectures, and implementing...

Data Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Data Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting our data infrastructure.This position is responsible for developing and maintaining robust data pipelines that enable reliable, scalable data...

Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...

SAP HCM Consultant (EU-Paid) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

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