Promises of creating smart cities should be carefully examined, given the realities of SA’s cities and municipalities, notes a CSIR report.
The communications minister believes an online hackathon can find solutions to address the spread of COVID-19.
A survey shows South Africans, Kenyans and Nigerians refer to social media for coronavirus information, noting WhatsApp as the primary source.
President Cyril Ramaphosa officially declared a national state of disaster in terms of the Disaster Management Act.
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The Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs has published regulations relating to the Disaster Management Act.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The computer company empowers students and teachers to continue the learning process during the coronavirus outbreak.
PPPs to fast-track digital transformation
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The International Telecommunication Union sets out a strategy to enable and ensure communication availability during the phases of disaster.
The lack of digital technology awareness hampers digital transformation in some provinces, says a MICT SETA board member.
The authority reviews how it conducts its business, suspends all public hearings, local and international travel.
This week’s National Tender Bulletin sees government preparing for the new financial year.
Unless further unforeseen or exceptional circumstances arise, the exchange will maintain its usual business operations and market hours.
The science and innovation department redirects funds to research the coronavirus pandemic amid rising reported cases in SA.