The Department of Communications has appointed three deputy directors general, following Cabinet approval.
SITA has announced the winners of SA's largest open source software tender.
SARS has completed a R98 million hardware and software upgrade at all its offices in SA.
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has opened its national operations centre ahead of next week`s municipal elections.
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
A Canadian IT entrepreneur has urged SA to roll-out WiMAX if it wants to be globally competitive.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Telecoms policy is a disaster beyond repair, says Absa senior economist Chris Hart.
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
Government has invited applications from foreigners for 23 000 jobs - among them 2 500 ICT posts - in SA.
Unisys has implemented a "One Call" 311 system for the City of Minneapolis to streamline municipal processes and provide the city`s citizens with easy access to municipal information.
Intervate has implemented a large-scale intranet project for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development.
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
Intervate has developed a track and trace application for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, providing it with enhanced control over the tracking and movement of physical items.
A digital hub for emerging farmers is to be opened in Phuthaditjaba in Qwaqwa.
SITA has confirmed the open source software (OSS) office suite tender has been awarded.
A national forum on government security kicks off tomorrow.