The move is expected to impact SA’s MTN, which is the leading mobile network operator in the west African country.
The auditor-general’s COVID-19 audit once again flags IT systems as among the top shortcomings in government efficiently delivering relief initiatives.
A group of US states sues Facebook for anti-competitive behaviour, with the Federal Trade Commission pushing for the unbundling of Instagram and WhatsApp.
This week’s National Tender Bulletin sees government paying attention to software requirements.
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 latest stats from the “Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study” show limited progress in both these key subjects.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The company is releasing hundreds of countermeasures to enable the broader security community to protect themselves.
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
Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams signs a performance agreement, agreeing to ensure 80% of the population has access to the Internet in the next four years.
The hackathon challenges developers to come up with new service delivery solutions for municipalities.
While the smart cities concept was originally based on ICT such as IOT and 5G, in 2020, this pivoted to reinvented hardware and associated systems.
President Cyril Ramaphosa appoints Alison Tilley as a part-time member of the Information Regulator.
Some of government’s most promising solutions to the pandemic have come from young women in ICT.