Electric vehicles on the charge in 2026
In 2026, 116-million electric vehicles (EVs) – cars, buses, vans, and heavy trucks – are forecast to be on the road, according to Gartner. “Despite the US government introducing tariffs on vehicle imports and many governments removing the subsidies and incentives for...
Thinkst Applied Research takes over Computer Olympiad
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has finalised the sale of the long-running Computer Olympiad programme to Thinkst Applied Research, the company behind the internationally recognised Thinkst Canary. The sale includes all...
Has SA turned a corner in new-vehicle sales?
As South Africa navigates a shifting and often unpredictable economic landscape, the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) says there are growing signs of improvement that could support increased confidence across the new-vehicle market - even as several...
If it sounds too good to be true … it is!
It started with a bright pink advert on social media: “Limited offer! Get yours today!”. Sam clicked through, paid via a QR code, and watched happily as the tracker showed his “shipment” moving. Then the parcel never arrived. His messages went unanswered and the...
Fully-automated vehicle assembly a reality by 2030
By 2029, only 5% of automakers will maintain strong AI investment growth - a decline from over 95% today, predicts Gartner. “The automotive sector is currently experiencing a period of AI euphoria, where many companies want to achieve disruptive value even before...
Turning screen time into growth time
In a world of mindless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, a young South African entrepreneur is offering an alternative - 20-year-old Muako Maepa has built IQ, a fresh take on quiz gaming that turns the habit of quick digital engagement into something purposeful...
IBM extends enterprise GenAI with Confluent acquisition
IBM and Confluent, a data streaming pioneer, have entered into a definitive agreement under which IBM will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Confluent for $31 per share, representing an enterprise value of $11-billion. Confluent provides an...
The best hires don’t wait for January, and neither should recruiters
As the end of the year approaches, many companies hit the pause button on recruitment in anticipation of the December holidays. By Nolundi Matomane, talent acquisition manager at Pnet But in reality, this can be a great time to post vacancies, interview candidates and...
Cloud + data = AI
Cloud has become the backbone of modern business, but its true value only fully emerges when paired with data and artificial intelligence (AI). As Jaap Scholten, head: group hybrid ICT strategy at Datacentrix and chief operating officer at eNetworks, explains, the...
The hidden risk of battery stockpiles is damaging the industry and hurting customers
Everyone will remember the mad rush to buy uninterrupted power systems (UPSs), portable inverter and battery trolleys, and rooftop solar installations with battery backup. By Lance Dickerson, MD of Revov South Africa It was all driven by load shedding. While everyone...
Cloud maturity will define if insurers can compete in the AI era
South Africa’s insurance sector is entering a critical inflexion point, with Deloitte’s view being that that AI ambition across the industry will stall unless insurers accelerate cloud modernisation at the same time as their AI strategies are being implemented. The...
SA kids caught in cybercrime crosshairs
With the festive season in full swing and schools soon closing for the year, children will be spending more time online than ever before. From gaming and social media to videos and virtual hangouts, the digital world offers endless distractions. As parents juggle work...