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Industry master plan will fire up SA’s BPO sector

Minister Ebrahim Patel signs a global business services working agreement, as the sector looks to add half a million employees over the next nine years.

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Comms minister calls for nominations for SITA board

The search for non-executive directors for the State IT Agency board commences, as the communications minister invites suitable candidates to apply.

ICASA revises ‘tactical approach’ to WOAN process

The telecoms regulator temporarily suspends the timetable relating to the licensing of the wholesale open access network.

SAPO readies ‘In My Pocket’ mobile service

The SA Post Office promises its mobile-driven service will launch soon, as it outlines its plans to provide modern postal facilities.

E-hailing drivers

E-hailing drivers, couriers to descend on Parliament

If government doesn’t respond to their call for industry regulation, e-hailing drivers and couriers plan to protest on Parliament Street tomorrow.

Sibahle Malinga

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

National Tender Bulletin

ICT tenders: Year-end sprint

Government procurement officers shift into high gear, posting multiple requirements in the runup to the year end.

12 - 12 September 2026

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Comms minister throws weight behind ICASA’s spectrum plans

Communications minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni backs ICASA’s move to assign provisional spectrum, saying it’s in the best interests of the country.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

International Telecommunication Union

ITU, FAO initiate global study to drive digital agriculture

The study will pay particular attention to the needs of developing countries, where people's livelihoods are most reliant on agriculture.

Tribunal extends GovChat’s stay on WhatsApp

The Competition Tribunal extends GovChat’s interim relief order in the Facebook and WhatsApp matter, but declines a request for a variation.

ICASA moves to ensure 'transparency' in spectrum licensing process

The telecoms regulator publishes an updated information memorandum for the licensing of the International Mobile Telecommunications spectrum.

ZTE to pay CompCom R5m for anti-trust conduct in SA

The company was accused of cartel-like behaviour by driving the distribution of telecoms equipment and network solutions between its entities.

Samuel Mungadze

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Local students get ICT training as Huawei course begins

Communications minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni encourages ramped-up efforts to train local talent in sought-after digital skills.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Gloves off as lottery operator fights regulator over software

The North Gauteng High Court is set to hear a case pitting Ithuba against the National Lottery Commission over who should control the lottery operator’s software.

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