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Telkom loses ConCourt battle on cellphone masts

The Constitutional Court dismisses Telkom’s bid to be allowed to install telecoms stations at locations of its choice without prior approval from local authorities.

Samuel Mungadze

Wind sector targets R400bn post-COVID-19 economic recovery

The sector estimates the wind sector alone will invest between R300 billion and R400 billion and create 25 000 jobs in South Africa by 2030.

Airbnb questions exclusion from level three lockdown changes

The home-sharing firm expresses disappointment, saying it was overlooked in favour of licensed hotel chains in advanced level three announcements.

Sibahle Malinga

Independent Communications Authority of South Africa

ICASA moves to finalise high-demand spectrum licensing

The regulator reveals timelines for licensing high-demand spectrum are on track, promising to publish an invitation to apply by the end of June.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Independent Communications Authority of SA

Close ICASA and create a digital regulator, says Ngcaba

ICT veteran Dr Andile Ngcaba says ICASA’s law in its current state cannot drive digital transformation, amid mooted changes for the telecoms regulator.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

Research ICT Africa

COVID-19 exposes SA’s digital fractures, inequality

The impact of the coronavirus pandemic unmasks the defects in South Africa’s digital economy, which could be turned into opportunities if tackled now.

Sibahle Malinga

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Tech firms contribute to SA’s dire unemployment stats

Unemployment in the country rose to 30.1% in the first quarter of 2020, with a number of local ICT firms having let go of thousands of employees.

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

Gauteng Department of Education

Gauteng education readies for online applications

The Gauteng Department of Education confirms its online application system for grades one and eight will open on 25 June.

Africa needs accelerated ICT, renewable energy investment

UNESCO’s Dr Huber Gijzen encourages investment in renewable energy and ICT infrastructure on the continent, to boost education efforts.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

No more hiding as POPI Act kicks off on 1 July

From the first of July, organisations will have 12 months to comply with the conditions for the lawful processing of personal information.

City of Johannesburg

COJ expands e-services to reduce service centre visits

The City of Johannesburg adds regional-based e-mail addresses for revenue-related queries so that residents can continue to practise social distancing.

White paper: Secure remote access for your government workforce at scale

Implementing a business continuity plan is essential to ensure government is capable of maintaining operations in the face of adversity.

National Student Financial Aid Scheme

R100m student aid IT system found to be ‘terribly wanting’

Minister Dr Blade Nzimande appoints a committee to unearth how the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s R100 million IT system turned out not fit-for-purpose.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba