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Ramaphosa orders SIU to probe IFMS project

President Cyril Ramaphosa reportedly instructs the Special Investigating Unit to investigate the bungled National Treasury IT project.

Dear South Africa

Parliament’s IT service accused of blocking land submissions

An advocacy group is fuming that Parliament’s server is blocking land submissions as “unacceptable content”.

Samuel Mungadze

Eight public sector contracts give EOH headaches

The IT services company says the contracts are continuing to negatively impact on its financial performance.

Fired MICT SETA CEO in more trouble, Hawks circling

Public protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s investigation reveals how the ousted Oupa Mopaki allegedly channelled millions to a company owned by his nephew.

Samuel Mungadze

MTN pledges R23bn fresh investment in Nigeria

The mobile operator commits to a $1.6 billion investment in the country over the next three years to strengthen and expand its network.

Samuel Mungadze

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

Smartphone market fails to sustain growth

Samsung ended 2019 as the leader in shipments, while Huawei started to feel the impact of continued headwinds from the US.

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Ndabeni-Abrahams appoints USAASA’s executive caretaker

Following sexual misconduct claims against the previous USAASA administrator, minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams has swiftly found a replacement in Basil Ford.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

Paycode gives Mozambicans a payments lifeline

The payments firm’s biometrics tech allows payment of social grants without connectivity in Mozambique’s deep rural areas.

Huawei gets limited role in UK’s 5G network

The UK says the Chinese company will be excluded from critical networks and sensitive geographic locations.

SA's digital journey continues poor form

A Cisco study highlights SA's slow-moving digital progress; however, one analyst warns these kinds of reports are often too thin on diagnosis and remedy.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

National Tender Bulletin

ICT Tenders: Getting IT right

This week’s National Tender Bulletin sees government investing in specialists for far-reaching projects.

Yekani Manufacturing

Yekani CEO not blaming comms minister’s hubby for smart factory closure

Siphiwe Cele refutes reports that the company’s problems started when he refused to sell a controlling stake to Thato Abrahams.

Eskom pushes for independent power in mines

New Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter wants mines to produce their own electricity so pressure can be taken off the national grid.

Samuel Mungadze