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Improvement in govt access control security systems

Cyber security laws should consider human rights

Cyber security policy and laws must incorporate human rights safeguards, says Endcode.

Oct 13, 2017

Third study to probe #DataMustFall veracity

ICASA wants to conduct yet another study to assess the level of competitiveness of SA's data bundles, this time in comparison to other countries.

SA students head to China to enhance ICT skills

Ten local students will participate in Huawei's Seeds for the Future international training programme for two weeks.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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National Tender Bulletin

Oct 13, 2017

Tender Watch: Ordering up hard tack

This week's National Tender Bulletin sees government take a serious look at hardware.

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

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Telkom

Oct 13, 2017

Govt's plans to sell Telkom stake halted

The possible sale of government's 39% shareholding in Telkom looks to be on hold, with the telco saying it's not aware of any current decision by government.

Paula Gilbert

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

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Smart cities

Oct 12, 2017

Smart cities: not all about the tech

Successful future cities will resemble earlier modern cities more than scenes from science fiction, says the EU's smart cities adviser.

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

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Independent Electoral Commission

Oct 12, 2017

IEC goes online to capture voter addresses

The Electoral Commission turns to tech to improve efficiency of capturing voters' addresses, despite the limitations of an online-driven system.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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ITWeb Digital Economy Summit 2017

Oct 11, 2017

Digital transformation: why government must catch up

Enable-U Africa's Koen Matthijssen will speak at the ITWeb Digital Economy Summit 2017 about how government, which is normally a late adopter of technology and change, cannot afford to be left behind.

Allyson Towle