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Postbank puts SASSA gold card ATM services on ice

The bank suspends ATM services for grant beneficiaries using the Postbank-issued gold cards in December, amid escalating cyber fraud incidents on its system.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

GovChat founder discharged from hospital

Eldrid Jordaan recovers at home, after being discharged from a Cape Town hospital yesterday.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Science and Innovation

Climate crisis calls for innovation, green tech

President Cyril Ramaphosa challenges the World Science Forum to find innovative and green tech-driven solutions.

CSIR receives R5m grant for SA energy transition

The think tank signs €275 000 deal with the French public development bank to boost SA’s just energy transition.

National Tender Bulletin

Top ICT tenders: Smart cities, broadcasting back in focus

This week’s top tenders see the Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs and ICASA publishing far-reaching tender invitations.

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

PICS: SA to benefit as R5.5bn SKA construction projects begin

The SKA Observatory celebrates the start of construction of its world-leading radio telescopes, and announces €300 million worth of construction contracts.

ICT sector must ensure equal telecoms rights for disabled

Much remains to be done to ensure those living with disabilities have equal access to telecoms, says an ICASA councillor.

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

CSIR, CHIETA partner to advance skills development

A memorandum of understanding will facilitate collaboration on research, development and innovation projects.

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

Department of Science and Innovation

Cabinet approves government-wide sci-tech master plan

The decadal sci-tech plan receives Cabinet nod, as the state looks to advance its approach to innovation.

GovChat founder Eldrid Jordaan falls ill

ITWeb learns Eldrid Jordaan has been admitted to the cardiac high-care unit at a hospital in Cape Town.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Standard Bank’s CIO to head up SITA

Cabinet appoints Dr Bongani Andy Mabaso as chief executive officer of the State Information Technology Agency, government’s IT procurement arm.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Artificial Intelligence Institute of South Africa

Govt, academia unite to create innovative AI ecosystem

The country joins its African counterparts, as it officially sets up the Artificial Intelligence Institute of South Africa, in collaboration with academia.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba