The basic education department confirms a draft framework to establish online public schools has been developed.
SITA confirms two breaks on secondary link testing from the Teraco location, impacting several government sites.
The WHO’s vaccine hub will help Africa scale production and access to vaccines for COVID-19 and other diseases.
The city aims to capitalise on the spin-offs from digital nomads, following remote working visas pronouncements.
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 company is successful in an application regarding the contract with SITA for the provision of PBX systems for the South African Police Service.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The public service and administration department invites young innovators to help improve service delivery in communities.
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
SA labour department files court papers against the Chinese tech giant, alleging non-compliance with employment equity policy.
The state shifts focus to new growth and job creation opportunities, focusing on the growing global business services to help the millions of unemployed South Africans.
The president says several new energy generation projects will come online over the next few years.
President Cyril Ramaphosa decries the years-long delay in the digital migration process, describing it as one the country’s greatest constraints in technological development.
ICT industry commentators don’t have high expectations for the State of the Nation Address, but would like to see actionable plans for the sector.