This year’s SITA GovTech Digital Public Service Awards recognise SARS commissioner Edward Kieswetter’s tech leadership.
To date, Eskom has received 20 EVs, ranging from light delivery vehicles to light trucks, with another 100 planned in the near future.
South Africa is introducing the National Land Transport Amendment Act to better regulate the e-hailing industry, following rising violence against drivers.
The long-awaited automated supply chain management platform serves as the beginning of repositioning the government procurement agency.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The State Information Technology Agency tests a proof of concept for a citizen-focused super app, promising a platform that will digitally serve South Africans.
The aim is to enhance the integrity, fairness and quality of domestic competitions by addressing concerns over refereeing decisions.
South Africa can’t have its data controlled by everybody, anywhere in the world, says minister Blade Nzimande.
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
Minister Solly Malatsi, attending his first GovTech as comms ministry principal, tells delegates to ensure discussions translate into action.
The organisation calls for additional suppliers to join its panel for digital set-top boxes and integrated digital TV sets.
The taxman calls on influencers to declare their earnings, warning that income received in cash, products or services is taxable under the Income Tax Act.
City Power halts converting postpaid meters until November so it can investigate several issues, including account “discrepancies”.