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Regulatory worries plague telecoms sector

Telkom, MTN, Vodacom and Cell C have their differences but they share concerns about the regulations that define how they can make money. And that could hamper billion rand investments in a new fixed-line operator and Telkom`s JSE listing.

Mbeki to sign ECT Bill tomorrow

The controversial Electronic Communications and Transactions Bill is to be signed by President Thabo Mbeki tomorrow, probably putting it into effect immediately. Despite objections, it will not be altered.

Will government bail out the tech market?

Government projects to promote sustainable development in certain business sectors could be the key to bringing public confidence back on tech`s side.

IEC launches 'transparent` e-procurement site

The Independent Electoral Commission`s e-procurement initiative will display the top five bids in each category, enabling competitors to outbid them.

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

Looking at local e-government

Kelvin Reynolds, director of public services at Oracle SA, examines the level of local participation in the e-government process.

24 - 24 May 2026

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Residents begin online interaction with City of Johannesburg

The IBM/Masana consortium has implemented an electronic account presentation system for the City of Johannesburg.

IBM South Africa

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

Cape Town gets new records classification system

DLK Consulting has developed a Web-based records classification search facility for the City of Cape Town.

Xerox wins KwaZulu-Natal contract

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has signed a contract with Xerox for the printing, binding and barcoding of Grade 11 exam papers.

Altron Document Solutions

Mbeki asked not to sign ECT Bill

Technology lawyers are asking the President not to sign the controversial Electronic Communications and Transactions (ECT) Bill, while the Department of Communications says it could be signed as early as tomorrow.

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

Tel.Com Africa attracts wide participation

Organisers of Tel.Com Africa 2002, which will take place in Sandton from 23 to 25 October, say the event has drawn participation from sectors including telecommunications, mobile, wireless and satellite communication, IT networking and broadcasting.

SITA loses third CEO in three years

The State IT Agency (SITA) today confirmed that Colin van Schalkwyk, its third CEO, will quit after serving two years of a three-year contract. The resignation comes as legislation crucial to the company is before Parliament.

ICL develops solution for local government

The ICL Promis Version 7.0 software package, which includes features to improve local government business processes, has been released.

Land Affairs to change systems

The Department of Land Affairs has begun a phased implementation of new business systems including a corporate data warehouse using Oracle technology.