The company sells a 25% stake in its set-top box unit as government wraps up an industry manufacturing strategy.
The radiation crisis the Fukushima nuclear plant has brought the safety of nuclear power into question.
ICASA wants to retain its grip on the telecoms sector, which will leave users without protection under the Consumer Protection Act.
This year's Seed Award winners receive support to develop social-environmental initiatives that foster sustainable growth.
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
South Africa has already committed R500 000 for the site development and will also work on funding for the telescope.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In today's technology roundup: Android dubbed a future threat, first .xxx sites go live, UK endorses EU cookies law, and US proceeds with Internet ID plan.
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
Leaps in advanced analytics systems transform the way organisations view and leverage data.
The ITU calls upon software developers to design an application focused on climate change.
The Public Protector and National Consumer Council intervene, while the city declares a moratorium on service cut-offs.
Mapping the digital transformation journey
MTN and Microsoft partnered with Brainstorm magazine in hosting three executive roundtables at The Saxon on 21 June. The conversations that took place focused on the digital transformation journey for the public sector, enterprise and SME markets. #mtn #microsoft #digitaltransformation
Scammers using fraudulent municipal letterheads stole IT equipment to the value of R2 million over the last two years.
The South African Social Security Agency reduces the cost of grants distribution by R500 million.
Government IT spending in SA will grow, but the country has yet to create a sophisticated e-government infrastructure.
The company puts plans into place to ensure revenue grows in the second half of the year.