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%...

Bitcoin rally has real fuel behind it

Bitcoin’s bulls are firmly back in control, and this rally has real fuel behind it rather than empty hope, says financial advisors deVere Group amid an impressive bounce. Bitcoin surged around 18% in 48 hours late last week to trade above $77 600, its first push back...

Malware campaign targeting car head units uncovered

Kaspersky has warned of a novel Android malware targeting vehicle head units – systems combining multimedia and, in some cases, car control functions. Taking the form of a stealthy multi-stage downloader, this campaign marks the first documented case of malware...

Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?

On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...

New discovery could help 6G networks cut through interference

A breakthrough new development in communications research may have solved a key problem with one of the enabling technologies set to underpin the 6G networks of the future. A team of engineers led from the University of Glasgow have found a way to help wireless...

Surge in SA spending during FIFA World Cup 2026

Spending at sports and recreation resorts increased 72% in South Africa during the opening weekend of this year’s FIFA World Cup, according to Visa data highlighting local spending patterns during the tournament. And, ahead of South Africa's Round of 32 match against...

CFOs want productivity from AI

Finance organisations are often investing in artificial intelligence (AI) in ways that do not align with board expectations, creating a gap between AI activity and perceived business value, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 204 finance leaders in March 2026...

AI compresses cyberattack timelines, targets ungoverned AI identities

Attackers are operationalising artificial intelligence (AI) to collapse attack workflows from weeks to days, according to the latest Sophos AI Security 2026 Report, which adds that AI’s most immediate impact on cybercrime is speed, as well as a rise in attacks using...

Phishing campaign targets Microsoft authentication

Kaspersky has released a new report detailing a phishing campaign where attackers abuse Microsoft’s authentication mechanism. The campaign spanned from early April to mid-May 2026 and was styled as a notice from a law firm, aimed at stealing victims’ credentials and...

SA’s fastest-selling used cars

New research from AutoTrader show that newcomers are reshaping South Africa’s fastest-selling used car rankings with several recently introduced models selling quickly, while established vehicles such as the Toyota Fortuner and Suzuki Swift continue to slowly turn...

Global award for SA fintech

Omnisient, a South African-founded fintech that helps banks apply AI to anonymised and protected consumer data for credit scoring and precision marketing, has been named one of CNBC's World's Top Fintech Companies 2026. The recognition places Omnisient among a small...

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Education priorities to help young people shape Africa’s future

Today’s young people are navigating a world that is changing fast. From advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology to the impacts of climate change and global politics, they’re preparing not just to face uncertainty – but to shape what comes next. By Juan...

AI, ESG and the rethink of corporate reporting

Corporate reporting underpins transparency, investor protection and market trust. It provides stakeholders with reliable data on performance, risk and governance. By Marcella Cave, head of client service.at Bastion Group The higher the quality of reporting, the more...

iiDENTIFii accepted into the Microsoft Digital Natives Programme

iiDENTIFii has been accepted into the Microsoft Digital Natives Programme, an initiative designed to support high‑growth, cloud‑native software companies building solutions on Microsoft technologies. The programme enables participating companies to accelerate...

Hayo launches voice, messaging and digital solutions in Rwanda

Hayo has expanded its presence across East Africa by launching voice, messaging and digital solutions in Rwanda. Local service providers, enterprises and government entities will benefit from access to a portfolio of services designed to support digital and economic...

How to rebuild your job prospects after long-term unemployment

Long-term unemployment is a crisis in South Africa, with more than three-quarters of unemployed people out of work for a year or more. By Nolundi Matomane, talent acquisition manager at Pnet Ranging from school leavers struggling to get their first job to those...

Vertiv highlights advanced AI infrastructure solutions

Vertiv will showcase its advanced AI-ready infrastructure solutions at Gitex Africa Morocco 2026, taking place from 7–9 April at the Marrakech Exhibition & Convention Centre. In line with the GITEX Africa Morocco theme of ‘Powering Africa’s Digital Future’,...

Schneider Electric launches new channel programme in sub-Saharan Africa

Schneider Electric is launching its new localised channel programme in sub-Saharan Africa. The programme is designed to leverage Schneider Electric’s strengths in electrification, automation and digitalisation to guide customers and partners through a fast-changing...

Why cybersecurity is a human rights issue

The phrase "the system is offline" has become a weary staple of South African life, often met with a shrug of resignation at too many institutions, writes Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director: southern Africa at Fortinet. Yet, as our national infrastructure and...

Software Engineering Lead – Fully Remote – Remote Remote

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a growing South African fleet-management software company and they are seeking a Software Engineering Lead to take ownership of how they build their product. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead a small, capable development team,...

BIM Specialist

Our client, a leading data centre and digital infrastructure provider, is seeking an experienced BIM Specialist to join their Building Information Modelling team in Isando, Johannesburg. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in bridging technology, data,...

Project Manager (Waterproofing)

Take full ownership of projects, coordinate site activity, and keep delivery on track at a specialist waterproofing business in Pretoria East.This role suits someone with construction experience who understands the practical realities of waterproofing work and is...

Project Manager

Our clients are looking for a project manager to join their team Job Description:The Project Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and closing out the wash bay construction project to ensure safe, compliant, timely, and operationally ready...

BIM Specialist – Gauteng Primrose

Our client, a leading data centre and digital infrastructure provider, is seeking an experienced BIM Specialist to join their Building Information Modelling team in Isando, Johannesburg. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in bridging technology, data,...

Project Manager (Waterproofing) – Gauteng Pretoria

Take full ownership of projects, coordinate site activity, and keep delivery on track at a specialist waterproofing business in Pretoria East.This role suits someone with construction experience who understands the practical realities of waterproofing work and is...

Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our clients are looking for a project manager to join their team Job Description:The Project Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and closing out the wash bay construction project to ensure safe, compliant, timely, and operationally ready...

Senior Technical Specialist – IBM SUITE

Duration: 6 Months Contract (Cape Town, Western Cape) Senior Technical Specialist - IBM SUITEThe candidate hired for this role will be tasked to manage different content repositories including IBM Content Manager 8, IBM Content Manager OnDemand, and the web client...

. Net Developer

Fullstack (. Net) developerDuration: 12 months (8 hours per day, 4/5 days per week)Location: Bellville, Cape Town The University seeks a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent contract resource (.Net Developer) to support the Information Communication Services...

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