Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

Cell C returns to profitability

Cell C has announced an update for the financial and operational performance for its full year period June to May 2025, recording a return to net profit and broad-based growth across the business. The year also delivered growth across key revenue lines and improved...

IBM and AMD join forces to build quantum-centric supercomputer

IBM and AMD have announced plans to develop next-generation computing architectures based on the combination of quantum computers and high-performance computing, known as quantum-centric supercomputing. The companies are collaborating to develop scalable, open-source...

PMI calls for new definitions of project success

Project Management Institute (PMI) has launched a research initiative that challenges long-standing views on what defines project success and the role of project professionals. PMI aims to ignite a global movement by shifting the focus from traditional metrics like...

85m EVs will be on the road by end of 2025

By the end of next year, 85-million electric vehicles (EVs) - cars, buses, vans, and heavy trucks – are expected to be on the road, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Despite several hurdles affecting the EV market over the past few months, we are...

Data insights accelerate SME growth and success

In today’s digital age, data-driven insights have become the cornerstone of business success - from better understanding customer needs for a greater competitive edge or diving deeper into financial data to help businesses plot their business growth and fulfil their...

AMD looks to power the next generation of commercial PCs

AMD has launched its third generation commercial AI mobile processors designed specifically to transform business productivity with Copilot+ features including live captioning and language translation in conference calls, as well as advanced AI image generators. The...

Half of industrial companies suffer monthly network problems

One in three industrial companies encounter regular network problems - with 45% of businesses experiencing them a few times a month - while only 12% of respondents state they face such challenges once a year or less, according to a new Kaspersky report. The report,...

Monthly new app releases in Google Play Store plunges

Google's tighter regulating policies have significantly reduced the number of available apps in its Play Store since 2022 - pushing the number of new app releases to the lowest point in years, according to new data from Stocklytics.com, which adds the average monthly...

Medical usage drives strong growth in 3D printing plastics

The global 3D printing plastics market is expected to reach $4,39-billion by 2030 – with a CAGR of 24,2% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is projected to witness substantial growth due to rising demand from various...

Environmental protections account for 10% of fish on coral reefs

New research from the University of Sydney, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and partners shows that international conservation efforts account for approximately 10% of fish on coral reefs. The global study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of...

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Businesses running SAP must get ready for S/4HANA

Many South African enterprises have not yet begun the process of migrating from legacy SAP to SAP S/4Hana - and, without a clear roadmap, these businesses may not have enough time to complete a successful migration before SAP's 2027 deadline. "With a little over six...

Insurers urged to focus on digital customer communication

Traditional insurers have never faced as much competition for their customers' attention as they do now. A whole litany of tech-centric startups are coming for their lunch and they're doing so by making life much simpler for customers. By Ross Sibbald, commercial...

Build for resilience through innovation

External disruptors and start-ups are constantly shaking up the business world, pushing technological boundaries and reimagining the future. According to Leona Mentz, regional operations manager: Asia, Middle East and Africa at BT, it has become crucial to not only...

RS Components extends STMicroelectronics franchise deal

RS Components has significantly extended the scope of its supply chain agreement with STMicroelectronics (ST), a semiconductor design and manufacturing vendor. This will result in a substantial increase in the breadth and volume of ST products stocked by RS. ST will...

How to rehabilitate your credit record as a tenant

In the wake of the pandemic, many face the reality of their meticulous credit records being negatively affected by the whirlwind of last year's economic instability. Landlords and tenants alike have been affected due to income loss, leading to missed bond payments,...

Whose problem is regulatory reporting?

Steyn Basson, director of integration and products at Synthesis, talks about the phenomenon of SEP and how it relates to regulatory reporting. When I was a teenager I loved to read. I still do, but an abundance of audio-books, on-demand television shows, podcasts, and...

The importance of culture in zero trust security

Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa, talks about the importance of a security culture when employing a zero trust security model. During a preview of this year's RSA conference, a team from Orange Cyberdefense...

Get the best out of mobile gaming with a budget smartphone

Local gaming leader Ekasi Esports says mobile gaming, online learning and remote working are set for continued stellar growth as South Africa looks to March 2022 as its herd immunity target. "Combine the ongoing virus threat; the fact that a third of our population is...

New challenge for better education solutions

Deloitte and the World Economic Forum have announced the launch of The WorldClass Education Challenge, a joint initiative inviting educators, entrepreneurs, and innovators to work alongside Deloitte professionals to advance solutions that will support access to a...

Tiered approach needed for IoT security, storage, analysis

Data growth has been exponentially fast-tracked by digital transformation, the rise of smart devices and the Internet of Things (IoT). By Hayden Sadler, country manager for South Africa at Infinidat However, as IoT devices more than often gather data on the 'edge' of...

Senior Project Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a strategic systems transformation project aimed at enabling a key capability within our Global Markets business. This project centers around delivering a market data platform solution supported by a...

Head of Technical Support – Western Cape Foreshore

Technical Support Manager / Head of Technical SupportLead Technical Support for a Fast-Scaling UK MedTech SaaS FirmForeshore, Cape Town - Salary Negotiable Based on Experience About Our ClientOur client is a rapidly growing UK-based SaaS company delivering advanced...

Business Analyst

Introduction: PeopleSolved is recruiting for a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to join the local government sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and delivering data-driven...

Data Management & Governance Consultant at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

An expert with a strong background in Data Governance and Data Management is NEEDED. Can you DO IT !!!We requires an expert with skills on Data Governance and Management within Government. Candidate must understand the relevant Framework documents and their context....

Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Introduction: PeopleSolved is recruiting for a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to join the local government sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business processes, identifying areas for improvement, and delivering data-driven...

Front-End Developer at Parvana Recruitment

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 Business Intelligence Developer

You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will be responsible for analysing, designing and building BI solutions that enable operations and business strategic goals. Your ability to solve complex problems and understand the...

Front-End Developer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

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...

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