The Public Sector ICT Forum (PSICT) held its first KZN-focused event on 1 October.
Government wants eligible households to register at their nearest post office to receive government assistance for set-top box installations.
The files include the names, banking details and contact details of those who have submitted personal information to the department.
Close to 200 businesses that applied for financial relief via government’s online loss registration portal have been approved for funding, says Cabinet.
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
In the second quarter of 2021, 73% of ransomware detections were related to the REvil/Sodinokibi family.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Other factors that could drive or hinder smart city development are public policy and cloud skills.
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 communications department will investigate the feasibility of developing regulatory, policy and/or strategy changes that could lower the cost to communicate.
Communications minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni confirms phase two of SA Connect, government’s ambitious broadband project, is going ahead.
Cabinet approves a revised integrated analogue switch-off implementation plan, as the state looks to accelerate the much-delayed project.
The Start-up Act Steering Committee releases a draft position paper, highlighting that such legislation will spur innovation in SA’s start-up ecosystem.
The telecoms regulator sets a March 2022 deadline for the licensing of high-demand spectrum and the wholesale open access network.