The communications ministry and DBSA appoint BMIT to conduct a feasibility study into the best way forward for the next phase of the government broadband project.
The appeal hinders the rollout of cameras to support SAPS, JMPD and security companies in their crime-fighting efforts, says Vumacam CEO Ricky Croock.
The Department of e-Government refutes claims that management of phase two of the Gauteng Broadband Network has been handed over to another agency.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure establishes a database to help unemployed persons find jobs on new infrastructure projects.
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It is crunch time for the Independent Communications Authority of SA’s new council, as the industry awaits direction on freeing up high-demand spectrum.
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The city extends its assistance to neighbourhood watches, with a planned mobile app to help enhance community safety.
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Despite failed wholesale open access network initiatives in other countries, the South African government is resolute that the model is the best to promote competition.
It is impossible, if not bizarre, that 150 companies did not meet the requirements, says the National Association of Manufacturers in Electronic Components.
The Department of Basic Education partners with e-learning company DigiCampus, to support matric learners with television and e-learning content.
The ICASA council will soon become a nine-member body after minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams makes a U-turn on her appointment decision.
Government intelligence agencies are shielded from retaliation and prosecution to a certain extent, as attribution is difficult.
ICT needs to be talking to the government and forming partnerships across policy formulation and implementation, says Thabo Mashegoane , president of the IITPSA.