The department confirms paying the outstanding invoices for the Gauteng Broadband Network, saying the delay was caused by non-compliance with procurement laws.
The regulator stands its ground as thousands sign an online petition against a court bid to block courier companies from distributing small items.
The Democratic Alliance confirms the passing of MP and communications portfolio member Cameron Mackenzie, following a battle with COVID-19.
This week sees a handful of state-owned entities dominating with multiple requests.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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A Nestpick study ranks the City of Cape Town among the “best cities” across the globe for remote workers.
The provincial government institutes an investigation into allegations that it erroneously paid the US-based software giant $20 million instead of R20 million.
EOH might get another chance, as the municipality opts to pursue a public tender despite initially inviting quotes from a closed panel.
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 State IT Agency accuses Altron and Gauteng’s e-gov HOD of sharing inaccurate information, thereby portraying SITA as the one misleading the public.
The South African Police Service joins forces with the private sector to trial a project that seeks to deploy crime-fighting drones in the City of Johannesburg.
The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory confirms the MeerKAT radio telescope has discovered a group of 20 galaxies.
Local organisations partner to provide call centre support for the National Department of Health’s vaccine registration programme across the country.