The Department of Communications considers global strategies to improve broadband quality and roll-out in SA.
In today's technology roundup: Google boss hits back at Jobs, UK earmarks |--gbp--|650m for cyber security, Google in serious privacy breach, and Internet users to surpass 2bn.
In this World Wide Wrap: IBM acquires PSS Systems, data breaches hit 40% of enterprises, and Varonis boosts mailbox control.
In this World Wide Wrap: Bharti Airtel heads to Sri Lanka, Synchronica looks to Africa, and Kenya empowers IT entrepreneurs.
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: e-Learning predicted to cut costs, Nigerian teachers computer illiterate; and sound pros to get online training.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The global celebration raises awareness about the importance of official government statistics.
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
But market commentators say there is no way the country could turn off analogue television next year.
The communications minister must explain to the South African public what went wrong.
Five years after the implementation of an information management system, the Gauteng Legislature realised it wasn't working.
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
Microsoft software head resigns, sly tactic bypasses network security, Jobs takes shots at Android, tablets, and BlackBerry apps help fight crime.
In this World Wide Wrap: SMEs heed govt call, software SMEs to showcase products, and Mou to enhance SME competitiveness.
In this World Wide Wrap: Ministry turns to PM system, Oracle simplifies project management, and university rolls out TeamDynamixHE.
In this World Wide Wrap: US probes China green tech, Malaysia green budget plans ensue, and data centre uses ice cooling.