Parliament threatens withdrawal of support from "dysfunctional" education authority.
The move may bring down costs and accelerate delivery to the "next billion" as it eliminates rivalry and duplication.
In today's technology roundup: Feds seek snooping powers, Net radio hinges on DRM, iPhone gains exchange support, and Oracle releases 46 patches.
The multimillion-rand hi-tech integrated traffic monitoring system will be rolled out nationally.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The project is rolling out IT and associated infrastructure to 120 schools in 16 countries.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The satellite radio provider pins hopes on the communication minister's May "policy determination".
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
The country's MPs have approved the use of a Chinese loan to fund a national fibre optic backbone.
Max Fuzani, formerly of the national Ministry of Education, has been appointed University Alliance Programme Manager.
The company is implementing Pastel Evolution for the country's Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning.
Mapping the digital transformation journey
MTN and Microsoft partnered with Brainstorm magazine in hosting three executive roundtables at The Saxon on 21 June. The conversations that took place focused on the digital transformation journey for the public sector, enterprise and SME markets. #mtn #microsoft #digitaltransformation
The city suspends the R46 million contract amid acrimony on implementation.
In this World Wide Wrap: Business continuity tested, government surveyed on disaster recovery, and BC Web seminar announced.
In this World Wide Wrap: FBI overhauls tech infrastructure, governance pocket guide released, and BMC, Planview tackle IT governance.
In this World Wide Wrap: Emirates Investment buys stake in CBS, Scare tactics limit RFID, Taipei hospital implements RFID, and Heathrow tags baggage.
