Representatives from 37 countries met in Pretoria this week to discuss ways to collaborate to bridge the digital divide in sub-Saharan Africa.
SAP Research and the Meraka Institute have partnered to drive the use of technology in poverty alleviation.
Local company IT Crimes, in conjunction with various organisations, has announced a project to crack down on IT crime.
Dave Glazier wraps up the week`s top news: Skeptical industry response to the EC Act, and just what exactly is SITA hiding from us?
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The City of Cape Town is looking to expand its Smart Cape Access Network and wants vendors to supply more bandwidth at a lower cost.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Mystery surrounds the surprise withdrawal of the successful applicant for the city`s CIO position.
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
Returning the ICASA Amendment Bill to parliament will ensure the values of the constitution are enshrined in the ICT sector, says ICASA.
Arivia.kom has invited companies to tender for e-mail branding services.
The State IT Agency (SITA) has revealed details of its partnership with Belgian IT group CIPAL.
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
SITA CEO Mavuso Msimang has categorically denied the company has selected any preferred private sector partners.
An expected reduction in IT spending by Transnet should have an impact on overall growth in IT spend by state-owned entities.
SITA has clarified its position regarding its five key private sector partners, saying there is room for other industry players to get involved in government projects.
Dave Glazier wraps up the week`s top news: SITA`s key partners revealed and changes in DiData`s shareholding.
