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SAA to loom large in Gigaba's budget

Malusi Gigaba's budget speech is expected to put the ICT sector on the backburner, while spectrum and SA Connect will likely receive a brief mention.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

LEAP schools boost learners' tertiary prospects

LEAP Science and Maths Schools help SA's marginalised learners attain critical skills to prepare them for university.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Robben Island gets R25m solar plant

The mini-grid has the capacity to generate 666.4kwp of clean energy, reducing the island's reliance on diesel.

Department of Social Development

Uncertainty clouds SASSA's offer to post office

The post office is reportedly unclear about the social security agency's offer, amid concerns the lack of clarity may leave room for the current provider to continue services.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Cabinet reshuffle

Mahlobo's appointment riles renewables industry

The sector believes the new minister will further delay the signing of new renewables contracts, while others expect him to finalise the nuclear deal.

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

ICASA ready to probe data theft

The regulator will conduct a thorough investigation into disappearing mobile phone data once it receives complaints.

21 - 21 September 2026

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

Rabelani Dagada

Dagada named in 'jobs for pals' scandal

Prominent ICT figure Rabelani Dagada allegedly enriched his friend by facilitating access to the City of Johannesburg's lucrative tenders.

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

Information regulator regards data breach as 'extremely serious'

The Information Regulator is looking to probe the massive data leak that affected as many as 30 million people in SA.

Department of Social Development

SASSA gives post office the green light

The agency gives the South African Post Office an offer for social grant payments, but the extent of its role in future payments remains unclear.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

National Tender Bulletin

Tender Watch: Pull back

This week's National Tender Bulletin sees government issuing a slew of cancellations.

Democratic Alliance

Telecoms dept must handle SA's digital TV project

The Democratic Alliance calls on Mmamoloko Kubayi to hand over the Broadcasting Digital Migration programme to the telecommunications department.

Angie Motshekga

Vodacom's Virtual Teacher goes rural

Basic education minister Angie Motshekga welcomed the new education platform, saying it is set to be a game-changer.

Kgaogelo Letsebe

Open source software

Europe pledges support for open source government solutions

Open source software has been recognised as a key driver towards achieving ambitious governmental digitisation goals by ministers from 32 countries.

Marilyn de Villiers

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