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ICT tenders: Year-end rush

This week’s National Tender Bulletin sees government procurement ramping up activity.

2020 CrowdStrike Global Security Attitude Survey

CrowdStrike releases global survey results

The CrowdStrike Global Security Attitude Survey reveals a fear of state-sponsored and ransomware attacks pose a danger of stifling future business growth in a post-COVID-19 world.

CrowdStrike Middle East DMCC

Dodgy tenders dog EOH’s progress

The company faces uncertainty regarding historical taxes that may be due as a result of the impact of the fraudulent transactions.

Alliance for Affordable Internet

Shelve ‘insufficient’ SA Connect, develop updated broadband plan

South Africa needs a new national broadband plan if it is to make the Internet accessible and affordable for everyone, says the Alliance for Affordable Internet.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

National Treasury

National Treasury looks to tech forensics

The Office of the Accountant-General requires forensic investigation firms that have digital or cyber resources, says National Treasury.

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

Engineering 4.0

University of Pretoria opens Engineering 4.0 campus

Africa’s first Engineering 4.0 facility will focus on research projects conducted on South Africa’s smart transport, smart cities and smart infrastructure.

Sibahle Malinga

New Leaders Foundation

Technology helps ‘democratise’ education system

Technology has been a critical enabler in democratising decision-making in the education sector, says New Leaders Foundation’s Ayanda Mtanyana.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Science and Innovation

2020 Science Forum to ignite conversations virtually

The Department of Science and Innovation confirms its science forum will be hosted virtually, as the coronavirus continues to limit physical gatherings.

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

ICASA wants emergency spectrum fees after telcos’ stellar results

The regulator asks telcos to pay for the emergency spectrum issued during the COVID-19 disaster regulations.

Private sector must come to the party to take SA’s growth plan forward

Technology is a critical tool in democratising learning in SA, especially with the inequalities in our education system, writes Grant Bodley, CEO of Dimension Data.

PSICT Forum: Shining the spotlight on women in tech

Brainstorm’s next Public Sector ICT Enterprise Forum will be held on 4 December, under the theme 'Women’s Empowerment Through Technology’.

Department of Higher Education and Training

ICT-related jobs in high demand in SA

The latest National List of Occupations in High Demand shows data scientists and Web developers are among the most sought after in SA.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba