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ICASA paints 'bleak picture' of itself

The regulator admits to its shortcomings following its "desolate performance" in the 2014/15 financial year.

Open data in focus at pre-GovTech think tank

Top stakeholders are set to hold a think tank on open data in Durban this weekend, ahead of GovTech 2015 next week.

Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement

Govt invests R2bn in New Development Bank

R2 billion from the sale of government's Vodacom shares will fund the New Development Bank, says National Treasury.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Germany probes Facebook for hate speech

Law enforcement authorities investigate a complaint against Facebook managers for failing to act against hate speech.

Michelle Avenant

Department of Communications

Muthambi eyes training for journalists

Communications minister Faith Muthambi wants to sign a journalists' training programme agreement with Vietnam.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

Democratic Alliance

DA calls for Muthambi's sacking

Minister Faith Muthambi has failed as the head of the communications department and must be fired, says the Democratic Alliance.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

24 - 24 September 2026

PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence

National Tender Bulletin

Tender Watch: Managing government

The National Tender bulletin shows increasing interest in the systems required to run government and its agencies.

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 Communications

DOC, ANC clash shows cracks in party

ANC officials and the Department of Communications are engaged in a public finger-pointing match about the country's digital migration policy.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

GovTech seeks SA's top public sector ICT innovators

Nominations for?SITA's inaugural?ICT Public Service Awards?will be accepted until 15 October.

Open data, service delivery partnerships in focus at GovTech 2015

The South African event that focuses purely on the public sector will take place from 25 to 28 October in Durban.

Gauteng provincial government

Gauteng establishes e-govt department

The new department will drive the province's e-strategy and promote e-government services.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services

Poor teacher training stifles ICT in education

The lack of teacher development is the biggest bottleneck in SA's digital education ambitions, admits telecoms deputy minister Hlengiwe Mkhize.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

POPI compliance costs to cripple SMEs

The additional cost burden of complying with the law is likely to cripple many smaller businesses, say industry players.

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