Communications minister Solly Malatsi gazettes the final policy direction on the role of equity equivalent investment programmes in the ICT sector.
The CSIR teams up with PromptBio to accelerate AI-driven multiome research for various disease groups in Africa.
Deputy minister Dr Nomalungelo Gina urges young Africans, particularly young women, to take their rightful place in science and innovation.
As Magatho Mello and Nketheleni Norman Gidi fill the leadership vacuum at the state entities, ITWeb examines the expertise they both offer.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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New leadership appointments at the State IT Agency and Film and Publication Board see Magatho Mello and Nketheleni Norman Gidi take on the top jobs.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
South African Tourism introduces an artificial intelligence travel chatbot to help North American visitors plan their trips to SA.
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
John Kamara will outline AI's progress on the continent and the importance of building an autonomous African knowledge economy.
Minister Blade Nzimande calls for a stronger focus on clean governance and socio-economic impact in the science, tech and innovation entities.
The State IT Agency opens December by issuing six ICT requests for the industry to consider.
The entity prioritises a well-resourced border management system hinging on tech-driven tools, says commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato.
The Gauteng Department of Education confirms 317 988 (88.7%) grade one and eight learners have received placements for the next academic year.
Despite assertions that governance woes in the communications ministry’s entities will be ironed out, majority still sit without executive leadership and a mountain of challenges.