SA holds its own as global AI adoption accelerates

Worldwide adoption of artificial intelligence continued to rise in the first quarter of 2026, according to Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion Q1 2026 Trends and Insights report from its AI Economy Institute. During the quarter, AI usage increased by 1,5 percentage points...

Enterprise AI hits the wall

Enterprise AI is outgrowing the architecture and infrastructure beneath it as data privacy and sovereignty requirements tighten, according to new research from NTT Data. The latest research finds a widening split between enterprises that are redesigning AI for...

Information integrity passes geopolitics as the top risk

Information integrity risk, caused by the proliferation of AI‑enabled decision-making and uncertain AI transparency requirements, gained the top rank of emerging risks for the first quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk...

SA skills gap: Where talent supply and employer demand collide

South Africa faces a persistent disconnect between the talent available in the labour market and the qualifications that employers are seeking, according to the latest Pnet Job Market Trends Report for April. Around half (54%) of job adverts posted in the last 12...

Lillian Barnard takes new regional role

Microsoft has announced that Lillian Barnard has stepped into a new leadership role as chief of enterprise partner solutions, Microsoft Middle East and Africa (MEA). In this role, Barnard will focus on advancing Microsoft’s mission through its partner ecosystem. “Our...

AARTO jumps to December 2025

After years of delays and false starts and additional doubt created by recent fake news, many South Africans may have pushed preparation for the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act aside. The implementation date has now amended to December...

Digital platforms could add R91,4bn to SA economy

Kathy Gibson reports - The digital platform economy could be a game-changer for South Africa, potentially adding R91,4-billion to the economy by 2035. This growth would see the sector's contribution expand from 0,02% of GDP in 2022 to a meaningful 1,38% by 2035. These...

4G/LTE will be embedded in next-generation spacesuits

Nokia has partnered with Axiom Space to integrate advanced 4G/LTE communication capabilities into the next-generation spacesuits that will be used for the Artemis III lunar mission. Together, Nokia and Axiom Space will incorporate high-speed cellular-network...

Big increase in attacks on vulnerable Windows drivers

Attackers are increasingly targeting Windows by exploiting vulnerable drivers and, in the second quarter of 2024, the number of systems attacked using this technique increased by nearly 23% compared to the first quarter, says Kaspersky. Vulnerable drivers may be...

AI, automation can curb data breach costs

The average data breach cost has snowballed over the years causing companies more financial damage than ever and, despite considerable investments in security technology and solutions to prevent cybercrime, the average data breach cost has grown by more than...

How to win loyalty from Gen Z shoppers

Generation Z, those born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is moving into the workforce and becoming one of the most influential consumer demographics - and retailers will need to adjust their strategies if they are to remain relevant for this highly-educated,...

Mobile banking popularity leads to cybersecurity concerns

With research suggesting mobile banking usage is set to soar to 79% in the US by 2029, a new study has revealed which states are leading in mobile banking interest - but also highlighting the growing risk of cyberthreats that come with it. The study, conducted by...

Global insurance spend to hit $10trn by 2028

The global insurance market, including life and non-life insurance, has grown by 25% in the past four years with the total value of insurance premiums rising from just under $8-trillion in 2018 to over $9-trillion this year. And, although the annual growth rate...

Boeing Starliner won’t carry astronauts home

NASA will return Boeing’s Starliner to Earth without astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams aboard the spacecraft. The uncrewed return allows NASA and Boeing to continue gathering testing data on Starliner during its upcoming flight home, while also not accepting...

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Arcserve and StorageCraft complete merger

Data and ransomware protection provider Arcserve has announced regulatory approval and the completion of the proposed merger with StorageCraft. The new Arcserve is a global top-five data management and protection vendor. Tom Signorello, CEO of Arcserve, comments:...

KPMG SA partners with ABASA to advance black-owned SMEs

KPMG South Africa has entered a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (ABASA) - to be represented through the ABASA Business Forum - to create more meaningful and broad-based commitment to...

Cloud migration boosts data management

As cloud migrations accelerate, the need for effective backup and recovery becomes increasingly clear. By Hemant Harie, MD of Gabsten Technologies This is also driven by compliance, with legislation such as the Protection of Personal Information Act (PoPIA) regulating...

Satellite broadband a key component in Africa’s B2B connectivity mix

The media coverage received by the launch of the Starlink internet connectivity service in SA by Elon Musk's SpaceX corporation, has focused attention on this exciting technology and driven a reappraisal of its role in the world's connectivity mix. While Starlink...

Protect against evolving ransomware attack trends

Ransomware attack trends continues to evolve, and the current iterations seen during the Covid-19 pandemic are no exception. By Derek Manky, chief: security insights and global threat alliances at Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs During this time, malicious actors have...

Data privacy instrumental in African lead management

A well-known saying states that if a company thinks compliance is expensive, it should try being non-compliant. Performing leads management across Africa at a time when data privacy is an integral component of regulation means organisations will do well to heed this...

In customer communication, engagement is everything

In a world where customer experience is the number one differentiator between successful and unsuccessful companies, most organisational leaders realise how important it is. What many struggle with however, is measuring customer experience. This isn't helped by the...

Kabakoo brings no-code training to West Africa

Kabakoo has launched the first no-code training in West Africa for a batch of 21 learners at its Bamako campus. This intensive "FullStack'' program is designed and delivered in partnership with Contournement, the European leader in no-code training. The learners will...

Microsoft brings Surface Book 3 to SA

Microsoft is expanding its Surface device range in South Africa with the introduction of the Surface Book 3 for both commercial and consumer customers. The device is available for consumers in retail from Incredible Connection stores. Surface Book 3 is a robust...

AAC targets smallholder farmers, agribusiness startups

African smallholder farmers and agribusiness startups need support to build resiliency and sustainability. A small improvement to their productivity via training, mentorship, access to better inputs and markets will have a huge impact on the industry and continent...

OIPA Developer (Oracle Developer) – Gauteng Centurion

Senior OIPA Developer – Oracle Insurance Policy Administration (OIPA) SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior OIPA Developer to join our team and take a lead role in configuring and developing insurance products on the Oracle Insurance Policy Administration...

Senior Data Engineer (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment

About the client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...

Junior Business Analyst 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...

Data Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...

BI Consultant (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

Graduate – Information Technology at PnP

IntroductionGraduate 2025 - Launch Your Career With Us!Kickstart your IT career at one of South Africa's most iconic retailers! At Pick n Pay we are on the lookout for graduates with a passion for technology and innovation. Join us to work on impactful digital...

Application project manager

Application Project Manager - Contract Position to Dec 2025Are you a dynamic, results-driven Application Project Manager with a passion for delivering cutting-edge digital solutions? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, leading teams to success? Our client in the...

Intermediate Business Analyst (ITC-04)

Our esteemed client in Pretoria is urgently looking for an Intermediate Business Analyst (5-8 years) for a 3 year / Hybrid Position: Align solutions to IIBA standards and practices. Ability to define Open API's using OpenAPI editor. Ability to do low fidelity UX...

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