Gauteng education forced to extend admission placement period to ensure 34 553 learners are put in schools ahead of the 2020 academic year.
The country records gains in gross domestic expenditure on R&D, with the business sector remaining the big R&D spender.
The project will help create value for black-owned businesses and assist them to maintain a competitive advantage in a digital-first world.
IT budget are mostly up, while SA's digital maturity is at a surprisingly low level, according to the country's top CIOs.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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While AI is a potential driver of future employment, this is hindered by government’s reactionary approach to developing policy that speaks to the adoption of new tech.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Ward 89 councillor Amelia Bester alleges the mobile operator illegally erected a billboard at a bridge along 14th Avenue.
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
The regulator publishes the long-awaited information memorandum on the licensing process for the assignment of high-demand spectrum.
This week’s National Tender Bulletin sees government preparing to adjust to mini budget allocations.
Finance minister Tito Mboweni has said South Africa is falling behind in the 5G race.
The chairperson of the Information Regulator prioritises data protection, saying everyone must advocate for privacy data protection.
Medical technologies such as mHealth and remote monitoring tools will play an important role in the success of the proposed National Health Insurance.
The seven-year partnership sees DEVELOP South Africa and Evolution Technology Group supply and service DEVELOP ineo devices throughout SA each year.