This week sees government advertising a number of significant ICT tenders.
The CSIR board unanimously agrees to extend CEO Dr Thulani Dlamini’s contract for another five years.
The networking giant channels millions of rands towards digital libraries and EDGE incubation centres nationwide.
The Zondo Commission reveals IT companies such as Neotel and T-Systems played pivotal roles in aiding state capture by the Gupta enterprise.
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
The platform will stimulate cooperation across borders, to foster impactful partnerships in the field of AI.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The telco adds new tools and ups access to educational content, as its virtual school reaches 24 000 users.
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
The comms minister switches off the province’s last analogue transmitter, noting digital migration is on course in SA.
ICASA says this marks the next critical milestone in its effort to finally release this much-needed spectrum.
SA Connect moves forward, amid plans to develop new models to provide affordable internet to low-income households.
The global telecoms body wants to identify the technical standards needed for digital currencies across the world.
Luvuyo Keyise remains as SITA interim CEO, after Cabinet approves his reappointment and a new executive board.
Africans aren’t being left behind in the global crypto trend, with traders finding unique use cases for digital currencies.