South Africans are increasingly snapping up domains to help them launch online businesses, pursue digital creatives and e-learning programmes.
The global tech giants halt the sales of facial recognition technology to police amid protests about brutality after the killing of George Floyd.
Without broad levels of sustained and consistent inclusion and access to technology, SA will not reach its potential, says MTN SA CEO Godfrey Motsa.
Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams thanks outgoing ICASA councillors for their contribution, marking her official return to office after suspension.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The organisations join forces to develop technologies and infrastructure to support socio-economic development in SA and Southern Africa.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Tender awards are seeing an up-tick as government prepares for new operating dynamics in the time of COVID-19.
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
There’s no clarity on when National Student Financial Aid Scheme beneficiaries will receive laptops, as government is still to commence procurement.
Four tech entrepreneurs from South Africa launch a free app to help people know what they can and cannot do during COVID-19 lockdowns.
The city identifies business process outsourcing as a priority sector due to the job opportunities and investment potential it creates.
Some SMMEs cite technical glitches, rejection and government’s non-responsiveness among the reasons their funding applications were unsuccessful.
The communications ministry sets the criteria for zero-rating Web sites and content related to the education and health sectors under the COVID-19 lockdown.
Predators are drawn to places where there are many kids, and TikTok is no different, says the South African Police Service.