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Controversial Internet censorship Bill now law

The long-awaited law, which some say infringes on freedom of speech, has been signed by president Cyril Ramaphosa.

Samuel Mungadze

SA looks to Switzerland in sci-tech push

The co-operation will see the countries exchange visits of scientists, researchers and scholars, and share scientific knowledge.

Transforming citizen wait into citizen satisfaction

Huawei’s all-flash storage can help governments accelerate their digital transformation initiatives.

Smart cities can lower carbon emissions

National governments that invest in low-carbon smart cities can enhance economic prosperity, a report says.

City of Cape Town

MyCiTi app to provide live updates on the go

Cape Town’s popular bus service officially unveils its app and a new Web site to offer commuters real-time travel information at the touch of a button.

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

South African Revenue Service

SARS, IT boss agree to sever ties

Mmamathe Makhekhe-Mokhuane’s employment at the revenue service ends with immediate effect.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Service desk agents in battle with EOH over non-payment

The employees allege the IT services company has not paid them their salaries since May.

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

Department of Arts and Culture

Creatives get an online option to apply for funding

The Department of Arts and Culture introduces an online portal for funding applications for projects to be implemented in 2020/21.

Cash Paymaster Services

Pay back the money, Supreme Court orders Net1 unit

After seeking an appeal of an earlier high court judgement, CPS comes out on the losing end once more and is ordered to repay SASSA R317 million plus interest.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Atlantis Special Economic Zone

GreenCape hands over Atlantis green tech zone

The Special Economic Zone for Green Technologies has been handed over from non-profit organisation GreenCape to Wesgro.

Economic Advisory Council

President side-lines ICT expertise on advisory team

Analysts criticise president Cyril Ramaphosa’s newly-appointed Economic Advisory Council, saying ICT expertise has been ignored.

Samuel Mungadze

Department of Basic Education

Govt still to determine impact of ICT in its schools

The improvement of learner performance in government schools with digital tools, as opposed to those that function without these smart devices, is called into question.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Science and Innovation

Call for local participation in BRICS Young Scientist Forum

The science and innovation ministry invites South African technologists and innovators to participate in the fourth BRICS Young Scientist Forum.