AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Views on US economy improve, but concerns remain

Business executives have a slightly improved view of the economy but continue to be wary of inflation and tariff impacts. This is according to the third-quarter AICPA and CIMA Economic Outlook Survey that polls CEOs, chief financial officers, controllers and other...

The increasing influence of AI on ESG strategies

Companies are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, according to new research from GlobalData. This integration of AI into ESG practices is transforming how organisations approach...

Brain drain worsens SA’s significant skills gap

Kathy Gibson reports – The global digital economy is driving a growing need for IT skills – and this is exacerbating the many skills challenges facing the South African market. This is among the headline findings of the latest Institute of IT Professionals of South...

Digital initiatives still fail to meet expectations

On average, only 48% of digital initiatives enterprise-wide meet or exceed their business outcome targets. This is one of the findings from Gartner’s annual global survey of more than 3 100 CIOs and technology executives, and more than 1 100 executive leaders outside...

Chain of thought prompting jobs in demand

Chain of thought (CoT) prompting is a technique that enhances the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) by guiding them through a structured thought process. With the increasing demand for advanced AI applications, several job opportunities are emerging in this...

AI facial filters could change who we find attractive

We can use them to alter lighting, smooth out our complexion and even change our hair colour, but now researchers have found that artificial intelligence (AI) facial filters, when used in real time, could even have the power to influence who we are attracted to. A new...

Google increases investment in African AI skills

Google has announced it will provide $5,8-million in Google.org funding to support foundational AI and cybersecurity training this year across Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. According to Google president: EMEA Matt Brittin, the funding will support organisations...

Magnets are reshaping rare earth supply, demand, recovery

The EU, US, Japan, and numerous other regions identify rare earth elements as critical materials due to growing supply risks and their increasing economic importance in the green transition. Although critical rare earth elements have diverse technology applications –...

Rapid growth ahead for global business services

The global business services (GBS) sector is not only one of the fastest growing sectors in the country but is set to see rapid growth in the coming year – despite an unstable global economy, according to Business Processing Enabling South Africa (BPESA), The...

See images from first space-based coronagraph

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) has shared the first images from the Compact Coronagraph (CCOR-1), a powerful solar telescope onboard the new GOES-19 satellite. CCOR-1, the world’s first operational, space-based coronagraph, began observing the...

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Why defining the problem is important in life and business

Charles Kettering, the legendary American inventor and head of research for GM, liked to say: 'A problem well-stated is a problem half-solved'. By Minnaar Fourie, commercial director at King Price Insurance In fact, I'd go so far as to say that all great innovation...

Vodacom Financial Services helps SMMEs with cash advances

Vodacom Financial Services has announced its latest lending product, VodaLend Business Cash Advance, which provides finance to smaller unregistered businesses in need of quick access to short-term cash advances. Offering finance between R3 000 and R350 000 to...

Seidor wins SAP Pinnacle Award for 2020

Seidor, a SAP Business One Reseller and a technology integrator, has again won the 2020 SAP Pinnacle Awards in the SAP Business One category. In addition, Seidor Africa was named Number One Business Partner in Africa, an award that highlights an organisation's...

Ricoh’s achieves digital transformation gold status from Microsoft

Microsoft has recognised Ricoh's digital transformation capabilities by awarding the organisation gold status in its Microsoft Content Services Partner Program. The programme recognises the ability to deliver end-to-end software and services that enable intelligent...

The PABX is dead: now what?

Although it is no surprise that companies that make PABX systems, like Panasonic and Samsung, are stopping their switchboard manufacturing activities, this may leave some companies asking whether their telephone systems are now useless. Samsung discontinued its phone...

Hyperpersonalisation (and increased customisation) reinvigorates ERP

The accelerated digitisation of 2020 has seen a rapid  increase in the adoption of digital products and services, creating a surge in customer touchpoints that has caused an  exponential data explosion. By 2025 the volumes of data that human and machine interactions...

Different approaches to metadata management

Metadata management, the ability to provide context and meaning to data, is a foundation of many other data management disciplines. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management The broad range of applications for metadata mean that approaches to metadata management...

Cellucity partners with Pargo 

Delivery in South Africa is not easy. Many South Africans live in outlying areas where there isn’t a well-developed infrastructure in place to get online orders to customers in a way that is both convenient and affordable. For this reason, Cellucity partnered with...

Mobile authentication key to boosting user experience in East Africa

The rapid pace of digital transformation in East Africa has had a significant impact on not only how people live their lives, but also on how communication and commerce are conducted, allowing the modern customer to do everything – immediately. By Doreen Kinja,...

Intermediate Data Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client is seeking an experienced Intermediate Data Engineer to join their team. This role is key to building and maintaining scalable data infrastructure to support analytics, business intelligence, and operational systems. The successful candidate will have solid...

Junior Analyst (investment industry)

Job spec - Analyst Job type PermanentReports to Head of OperationsJob location Cape TownQualifications- Bachelor's or Honours degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Finance or a related field. Inclination to complete the CIPM, FRM...

DevOps Engineer (Rust/AI)

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer to join their team in Cape Town. This is an on-site role best suited for a candidate with a strong foundation in DevOps practices, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure. In addition to the listed...

Junior Analyst (investment industry) – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Job spec - Analyst Job type PermanentReports to Head of OperationsJob location Cape TownQualifications- Bachelor's or Honours degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Finance or a related field. Inclination to complete the CIPM, FRM...

DevOps Engineer (Rust/AI) – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated DevOps Engineer to join their team in Cape Town. This is an on-site role best suited for a candidate with a strong foundation in DevOps practices, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure. In addition to the listed...

IT Project Manager

6-month contract with possibility of extension. Location: Western Cape, South Africa- Onsite Reports To: PMO Manager, in America International agribusiness company focusing on trading and grain processing worldwide Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and...

B-BBEE Analyst

This consulting company is looking for a B-BBEE Analyst to join their dynamic team in Pretoria.Role and ResponsibilitiesInformation gathering, analysing and reporting of B-BBEE information.Support Pre-audits and on-site co-ordinationRequirementsOne to two year...

IT Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region

6-month contract with possibility of extension. Location: Western Cape, South Africa- Onsite Reports To: PMO Manager, in America International agribusiness company focusing on trading and grain processing worldwide Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and...

B-BBEE Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

This consulting company is looking for a B-BBEE Analyst to join their dynamic team in Pretoria.Role and ResponsibilitiesInformation gathering, analysing and reporting of B-BBEE information.Support Pre-audits and on-site co-ordinationRequirementsOne to two year...

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