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Poor maths, science results dampen ICT prospects

Less than half of the 2015 matrics who wrote the maths exam have achieved a pass rate.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Massive response to proposed Aarto amendments

Government receives 117?000 submissions on its move to accommodate the inclusion of outstanding e-toll bills into normal traffic fines.

Fixing society with technology

Technology can do a lot to help government meet its mandates. So why isn't that happening?

Department of Basic Education

Slight improvement in maths, science matric results

Despite the decline in the overall pass rate for 2015, maths and physical science results were up 7.4% and 9.5% respectively over 2014 results, says the Department of Basic Education.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Digital terrestrial television

USAASA delivers on digital migration mandate

The agency has delivered direct-to-home and digital terrestrial television set-top boxes to certain areas of the Northern Cape.

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

Free State next in digital migration switch

The Department of Communications will install set-top boxes for the switch to digital terrestrial television in the Free State province in February.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

EXECUTIVE FORUM

28 October 2025

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

National Tender Bulletin

Tender Watch: Full steam ahead

Government's year-end hyperactivity continues unabated.

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

South African Human Rights Commission

Human Rights Commission unveils disability toolkit

The toolkit, aimed at the private sector, looks to improve the employment of people with disabilities.

Department of Communications

DOC to install set-top boxes in Northern Cape next week

The community of Keimoes in the SKA area will be the first to receive government's subsidised set-top boxes.

Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services

SA Connect must shape up

The success of SA Connect requires a realistic discussion around the funding and implementation plan, says BMI-T's Denis Smit.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Nigerian President

Nigerian president backs off from social media bill

Buhari has distanced himself from the bill that had sparked condemnation among Nigerians and human rights groups.

Department of Science and Technology

DST launches nanotech production facility

The Department of Science and Technology has opened a nanotechnology manufacturing facility in Pretoria.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Internet Service Providers' Association

FPB must publish comments on 'censorship' policy

ISPA has called on the FPB to publish public comments on its Draft Online Regulation Policy.