The Obama administration is reportedly developing technology and strategies to ensure Internet and mobile access for dissidents.
The Department of Health is finalising its draft e-health strategy and revising the country's telemedicine strategy.
In today's technology roundup: Apple recalls Verizon iPads, US secretly aids dissidents, EU creates cyber defence team, and hackers target UK games developer.
New Zealand's broadcasting minister confirms deadline for analogue switch-off, taking place in four stages.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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New Zealand has suggested using GPS systems and a call centre to keep track of criminals released on probation.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In a large and complex undertaking, Britehouse finished the City of Tshwane project on time and within budget with no disruption.
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
Using a demographic software tool, organisations can plan, strategise and address HIV/AIDS within their communities.
The Department of Home Affairs needs to integrate its IT systems for the call centre to function successfully.
The software can help governments to save money and respond quicker to disasters, says IBM.
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
The move follows a government edict requiring Web sites with 'kz' domains to restrict traffic to local servers.
Two of the largest cellular companies still refuse to strip out the cost of handsets on bills, despite the new Consumer Protection Act.
To reduce cost, manpower and risk, criminals will now be able to appear in court via a high-quality audio-visual link.
eNatis system developer Tasima is urged to grant private companies access to the national traffic register.