Freeing spectrum for mobile broadband could generate 28 000 direct jobs in the sector, says the GSMA.
However, SA has lost out on the potential to scoop millions of orders from African countries, as the continent turns on digital TV.
The department prioritises rural ICT development, national e-health initiatives and the establishment of an e-skills institute.
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Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The new communications minister promises open and transparent communication with the media.
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
Mobile broadband will generate R72 billion and as many as 28 000 jobs by 2015, says Analysys Mason.
There is a severe shortage of skills and expertise to fight cyber crime globally, says Interpol.
The new minister commits to more effective leadership, planning and budgeting at his “dysfunctional” department.
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
Jack Shilubane is placed on precautionary suspension, pending an investigation into procurement irregularities.
The department's lack of contract understanding resulted in contractual remedies not being utilised when Siemens' performance was inadequate.
The Gauteng transport department may have overpaid R50 million to Abalozi Security by irregularly awarding a tender.
Maanda Manyatshe's 11th hour exception to a R6.2 million lawsuit is a bid to delay a default judgement, says the applicant's lawyer.