This week’s top tenders edition sees increased interest in issues surrounding networking from a number of entities.
SA anticipates over 16 000 job opportunities from the Square Kilometre Array telescope project, reveals minister Dr Blade Nzimande.
The bank confirms a ransomware attack, with preliminary signs attributing it to Russian ransomware group Akira.
Technology solutions provider appoints Hlubi Madikiza as public sector sales executive.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
In this week's tech news roundup, Microsoft, this week hosted its AI, A New Era event in Johannesburg. At the event, Microsoft South Africa and Youth Employment Service signed a new partnership agreement that seeks to provide artificial intelligence skills to 300 000 South African youth. Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #microsoft #evehicle https://www.itweb.co.za/content/o1Jr5MxPQgyMKdWL https://www.itweb.co.za/content/raYAyMorZx37J38N https://www.itweb.co.za/content/Olx4zMkaQEBv56km https://www.itweb.co.za/content/kLgB17ezgXXM59N4 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/mQwkoM6YENn73r9A
The office of South Africa’s Information Regulator clocks in 1 021 data breach notifications, compared to 564 in February.
Local IT leaders admit their ICT infrastructure is not fully prepared for the worst-case scenario of a grid failure.
The country needs a collective will and closer collaboration across the public and private sectors to learn from previous control failures and prevent future financial crimes.
PPPs to fast-track digital transformation
Hosted in partnership with ITWeb Brainstorm and BCX, a Public Sector in ICT Forum event took place at Protea Fire & Ice in Menlyn on 17 August. Attendees could benchmark with industry leaders who have entered successful PPPs and engage in meaningful conversation to foster change in the digital journey of both the public and private sector. #ppp #digitaltransformation #bcx
MTN SA Foundation and Department of Basic Education open multimedia centres for learners with special educational needs.
The Information Regulator confirms WCPP did not inform it about its security breach, as per the requirements of POPIA.
The telecoms regulator expects to complete the licensing process for International Mobile Telecommunications spectrum next year.
United Arab Emirates plans to expand its cyber security programmes to governments and enterprises worldwide.