Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Global IT market on course for its best year since 1996

Worldwide spending on IT – including hardware, software and IT services - is on course to post an increase of 14% in 2025, representing the fastest year of growth since 1996 when the launch of Windows 95, expanding PC usage and Internet adoption were the primary...

Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn

Global trade is on course to exceed $35-trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data confirm that trade continued expanding through the second half of 2025, even as geopolitical tensions, higher costs...

What the future holds for 3D printing

In 2024, the 3D printing space saw challenges and slower growth, with several prominent materials players exiting the industry. In the long-term, there are still key trends within the additive manufacturing industry that will drive the uptake of this technology,...

SA commits to childhood cancer initiatives

In alignment with its ongoing dedication to fostering awareness and advancing care for children and teenagers facing cancer, South Africa participated in the global initiative for International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Childhood...

SA consumers once again show their resilience

South African consumer spending remains resilient - and there is strong local adoption of digital wallets compared to their global peers, according to the latest Discovery Bank and Visa sponsored SpendTrend24 report. This latest report is based on more than 13-billion...

Cookie leaks: why you should be worried

More than 54-billion cookies have been leaked on the dark web, according to the latest research conducted by independent researchers and released by NordVPN. While cookies are mostly known as an essential tool for browsing, many are unaware that cookies have become...

Microsoft engineer accidentally saves millions from malware attack

Millions of computers worldwide could have been victims of the most widespread IT hack yet, had it not been foiled just days ago by Microsoft engineer, who spotted the malicious code almost by accident. Andres Freund is a Microsoft software engineer who realised that...

Credit squeeze spawns sharp spike in fraud

Businesses have experienced a noticeable spike in fraudulent activity - coupled with a significant increase in the value of fraudulent transactions, according to Debtsource credit application data. The context is that companies now rely more heavily on supplier credit...

Kaspersky discovers DinodasRAT Linux implant

Kaspersky has uncovered a new Linux-targeted DinodasRAT backdoor variant, actively compromising organisations in China, Taiwan, Turkiye, and Uzbekistan since at least October 2023. This variant allows cybercriminals to covertly monitor and control compromised systems,...

Crypto heists surge in 2024

Last year, crypto scammers and hackers stole $1,75-billion worth of cryptos in 283 crypto heists - the highest number of heists the market has ever seen - and, unfortunately, 2024 is heading in the same direction. According to the latest data from AltIndex.com, crypto...

AI-related risks see surge in audit coverage

The rapid growth and adoption of generative AI (GenAI) has resulted in a scramble to provide audit coverage over potential risks arising from use of the technology, according to a survey by Gartner. "As organisations increase their use of new AI technology many...

Automation, GenAI can optimise shared services

In its recent report - Shared Services Automation for Business Optimisation - IDC highlights the need for shared services in business to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and standardise processes across the organisation. Shared services refer to a business model in...

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Verdict on retirement fund withdrawal coming soon

The time for South Africans who consider emigrating to learn their fate around their pensions is drawing closer. By Jean du Toit, head of tax technical at Tax Consulting SA We have come a long way since publication of the draft tax Bills on 31 July this year, and on 7...

Digital Signatures can help reassure clients and restore trust

Living immersed in the digital world has seen tasks we perform online become increasingly challenging from a security point of view. In the last few months, the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed many businesses, to adapt to a more digitalised way of getting through their...

Secure your safety while shopping online

With the start of lockdown now over six months ago, certain behavioral and shopping trends have started to become clear. The extreme regulations necessary in Level 5 significantly contributed to an increased uptake in online shopping, and put e-commerce into the focal...

The benefits of data analytics for your business

According to a Deloitte survey, The Analytics Advantage, 49% of businesses assert that the greatest benefit of using analytics is better decision-making. By Inayeth Govender, Microsoft CSP campaign manager at Tarsus On Demand Another 16% believe that its greatest...

Local ICT skills in high demand despite economic downturn

Cape Town is home to almost 60% of South African tech start-ups. This is according to data released by Invest Cape Town, which cites high internet penetration, access to start-up capital, and top business accelerators, as reasons for the city's growing success as a...

Businesses need to adapt to new disruptive staffing models

Recruiting and staffing have become more complex, technology driven and many businesses view this disruption as a threat. By Bluegrass Digital CEO Nick Durrant They need to understand that they cannot continue using traditional methods and keep doing things the same...

Schools are safer without cash payments

Stricter measures have been put in place to safeguard schools, from protective face masks to social distancing. Teachers have also indicated that they don't want schools to be the reason for the next wave of the virus and have now introduced innovative tech to make...

Partnership will empower future data scientists

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) has signed a multi-million rand partnership with Imvelo Ventures. The university launched its Masters Programme in Statistical Science with specialisation in Data Science in 2018 to address the skill shortages in several...

Intelligent infrastructure in the modern data centre

As the world's largest IT companies realise the importance of 'intelligent infrastructure' in the modern data centre, the race is on between storage competitors to provide products and solutions that are actually truly intelligent, and not merely standard...

GELS brings anti-bacteria lighting to SA

A South African company has clinched a deal to distribute lighting technology able to suppress bacteria in the air and on surfaces using a narrow spectrum of visible light. The licencing agreement for SpectraClean involves Johannesburg-based Genstar Emergency Lighting...

Senior Systems Engineer (Infrastructure & Automation) (CPT Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:OUR international client, dealing with Foreign Exchange Trade, seeks a highly skilled & self-driven Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in infrastructure automation, Terraform, and cloud platforms to join its team. You will play a key part in...

Senior Software Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our client's team based in Johannesburg on a permanent basis. This role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge software solutions. You will collaborate with...

Junior Developer (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...

Software Developer II – 1 x Senior iOS and Android Developer

Description:To realize the detailed design through programming and configuration and provide guidance and mentoring to other software developersResponsibilitiesDefine and maintain development standards and guidelines.Investigate new technologies, methodologies, and...

APQP Automotive Project Manager at Dawning Truth

*** APQP Automotive Project Manager *** Top Automotive Manufacturing firm seeks APQP Automotive Project Manager. To own and manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process, ensuring compliance with Toyota's Part Approval Process (PA) and Ford's eAPQP...

APQP Automotive Project Manager at Dawning Truth – Gauteng Springs

*** APQP Automotive Project Manager *** Top Automotive Manufacturing firm seeks APQP Automotive Project Manager. To own and manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process, ensuring compliance with Toyota's Part Approval Process (PA) and Ford's eAPQP...

Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client, a leader in the financial services space has an exciting opportunity available for a Project Manager. Experience Required:+10 yrs experience in Finance/Insurance Business +6 yrs managing complex Business projects Experience in managing large Project...

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