The move towards universal broadband in SA will result in a skills revolution, says the ANC.
The former communications minister has turned down a diplomatic position in favour of bigger business and political ambitions.
The broadband provider's R1 billion network will be unveiled to the market on Thursday.
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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
In this World Wide Wrap: Indian banks push for e-billing, France to expand mobile payment, and utilities look to e-billing.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: SME IT venture capital proposed, SME financing makes Apec agenda, and Turkish SMEs need tech.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: EU funds green tech race, green tech pilot programme extended, and UP showcases green investments.
Integr8 will provide national server, network and desktop support at the National Urban Reconstruction and Housing Agency.
Telecom companies will experience significant change as a result of the leasing exposure draft, says PWC.
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
Government's vision is to provide every citizen with access to information and services in their residential area by 2014.
The listed company will not comment on allegations that it is owed R29 million by the ruling ANC party.
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In this World Wide Wrap: Time Warner to pluck off channel, mobile broadcasting tech gets backing, and Zim shuns private broadcasters.