The government plans to develop a policy on Internet gambling this year.
Spending on research and development in SA increased to R10.1 billion last year, says the Department of Science and Technology.
Metrofile has helped the Department of Land Affairs to scan its archived aerial photographic images.
The government`s plan to distribute five million free cellular SIM cards should be finalised by the end of May.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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Bytes Technology Group (BTG) will participate in the BusinessObjects Extreme Insight Tour in Kyalami on Thursday.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The Department of Communications says a shortage of senior management severely hampered its ability to deliver on its mandate.
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
A high-profile open source exponent denies having crossed the floor through his new appointment.
The government has promised to open another 10 Digital Doorways across the country this year.
The Department of Science and Technology wants research institutions to be entitled to the same Internet discounts that schools get.
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
Gauteng`s Growth and Development Strategy, featuring the ICT industry as a key factor, has been officially launched in Sandton.
Science and technology minister Mosibudi Mangena says his department has secured funding to establish at least five ICT research chairs at South African universities.
E-government initiatives around the world still fail to meet citizens` growing expectations for better customer service, says a new Accenture report.
Key figures in business and government gathered in Pretoria yesterday to officially open the country's first internationally accredited Science Park.
