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The rise of AI-native government

Governments are moving beyond AI as a technology initiative and increasingly viewing it as a strategic capability, says Mohammed Amin, senior VP for CEEMETA at Dell Technologies.

Dell Technologies

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Road Traffic Infringement Agency

Jul 23, 2026

RTIA presses ahead with tech-driven AARTO rollout

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency is using tech − from e-mail tracking to a contravention register − to enforce AARTO phase two, despite OUTA’s court challenge.

MICT SETA governance concerns referred to skills authority

Higher education minister Buti Manamela tasks the National Skills Authority to assess MICT SETA’s Accounting Authority.

Govt pushes for ‘economic justice’ for TikTok creators

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies plans sustained engagement with TikTok to secure better earning opportunities for local content creators.

AI hallucinations strike again at SA courts

A Labour Court halts a municipal disciplinary hearing after finding rulings may have relied on AI-generated hallucinated legal authorities.

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

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KwaZulu-Natal Growth Fund Agency

Jul 22, 2026

KZN Growth Fund pairs funding with digital support

The agency expands its focus beyond traditional funding support to encourage technology-enabled business growth.

Staff Writer

11 - 11 November 2026

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

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State Information Technology Agency

Jul 21, 2026

SITA plugs ‘gaps’ in govt’s disaster response

The State Information Technology Agency’s disaster management application built in eight months deployed at scale across Eastern Cape municipalities.

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

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Action SA

Jul 21, 2026

COJ squabbles with Action SA over call centre outage

The political party says Johannesburg’s call centre going dark points to inadequate disaster recovery planning and poor ICT governance.

Nicola Mawson

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Trusted Employer Scheme

Jul 21, 2026

Home Affairs expands digital visa scheme for employers

The department launches Phase II of its Trusted Employer Scheme, marking another major step in modernising SA’s immigration system.

Admire Moyo

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South African Social Security Agency

Jul 20, 2026

SASSA dismisses officials linked to R33m grant fraud

The agency fires four officials for involvement in a R33 million-worth social grants fraud scheme at its regional office in Limpopo’s Sekhukhune district.

Smart city vision takes shape for Joburg

Jozi My Jozi and Cisco sign memorandum of understanding aimed at securing the city’s inclusion in Cisco’s global 40 Communities initiative.

Sibahle Malinga

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Department of Science

Jul 20, 2026

SA advocates for open science

Sci-tech innovation deputy minister Dr Nomalungelo Gina uses global stage to reaffirm the country’s commitment to advancing open science as a public good.

Staff Writer

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National Tender Bulletin

Jul 20, 2026

Top ICT tenders: IEC targets tech upgrades, renewals

The Electoral Commission seeks virtualisation software licensing, privileged access management and mobile app development as elections draw near.

Kimberly Guest

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