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Standard Bank CEO endorses central bank digital currencies

Sim Tshabalala expresses qualified CBDC support , while being sceptical on the value of privately-generated crypto assets.

Department of Science and Innovation

UKZN rocket project: We have lift off

The university’s mechanical engineering students successfully test launch the first of two new Phoenix hybrid test rockets.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

National Tender Bulletin

Top ICT tenders: Portal problems

This week’s top tenders see National Treasury’s eTenders Portal stutter as it experiences issues.

Electricity minister

Telcos get electricity minister up to speed on sector woes

Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa commits to work with local telecoms operators to help mitigate the impact and high cost of load-shedding on the sector.

Sibahle Malinga

SA MPs stand up to protect ‘most vulnerable’ online

Parliamentarians propose a regulatory amendment to ensure stronger controls to protect women and children online.

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

Department of Home Affairs

Over 270 000 home affairs hotline calls unanswered

The department reveals 273 760 calls were dropped before being attended to during the 2021/22 financial year.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Tech takes centre stage in Eskom’s fight against corruption

In line with the Zondo Commission’s recommendations, the embattled power utility is banking on different technologies to arrest graft.

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

VIDEO: Samsung, SITA bring global STEM competition to SA

Samsung SA collaborates with SITA, to hold the global ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ schools competition in South Africa.

Gauteng provincial government

GP bulks up crime-fighting budget for CCTV, drones

The Gauteng Provincial Government dedicates over R80 million to deploy technology-driven solutions to deal with the high levels of criminality in the province.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Cape Town witnesses record solar PV installations

The city has received 1 040 solar PV installation applications so far this year, with just over 600 of these in February.

National Tender Bulletin

Top ICT tenders: SAPS targets social, dark web intelligence

This week’s top tenders see the South African Police Service looking for a way to secure intelligence from online sources.

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Comms ministry becomes ‘forum for favours’ in Cabinet reshuffles

The real problem with appointing a new communications minister every time there is a Cabinet reshuffle is that there is no continuity or progress, say ICT analysts.