We round up this week's top six trends from across the globe that piqued our interest or had us scratching our heads.
The government calls on industry to submit ideas around local content creation as the infrastructure component of its broadband initiative begins.
Groups opposed to e-tolling in Gauteng rubbish Sanral's explanation for why it can't participate in the e-toll review process.
Transport minister Dipuo Peters talks up the agency's recent audit, saying it instills public confidence in its financial managment.?
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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Sanral says it can't be part of the e-toll review hearings as it is ultimately accountable to the minister of transport.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
Endeavours include a renewed commitment to Primedia's Crime Line and greater integration of IT systems.
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
The DOC will rather talk about general progress in the sector, rather than address questions about Faith Muthambi's increasingly tenuous position.
The South African government approached Google seven times this year to obtain user information - but its requests were denied.
Communications minister Faith Muthambi's first three months in office have been less than impressive.
The Department of Defence upgrades various solutions in this edition of government's National Tender Bulletin.
ShotSpotter - a solution already in use within some US cities - is being tested in the city to geo-locate gunfire and then alert police.
The regulator convenes hearings with industry players, media and the public on the state of competition in the sector.