In this World Wide Wrap: Campaign to get UK online kicks off, Jordan university and ArabiCollege partner for e-learning, and Oz SMEs get free online training.
A call centre to assist xenophobia victims failed to go live as planned yesterday.
Several months down the line, the DTI ponders the fate of two senior Cipro executives, and the agency's future remains murky.
In today's technology roundup: MIT produces speaking, hearing fibres, Next flouts online shopping regulations, Abu Hamza ruling clarifies McKinnon case, and combat plane goes hands-free.
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: Bangladesh to get VOIP licences, UC platforms get a boost, and VOIP threatens telco operators.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: Standardisation will drive future NFC, AT&T unveils mobile payment plans, and Australia hands out travel cards.
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: Belgium backs EU green tech projects, solar postal vehicle piloted, and Volvo to demo biofuel truck.
In this World Wide Wrap: SMEs losing out, Saudi council recommends SME authority, and Scottish SMEs struggle with credit.
The Department of Roads and Public Works implemented a SaaS solution from Post Vision Technology.
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
As cities become the world's primary living space, managing their information sprawl will define future sustainability.
The DA calls for the publication of the report into the suspension of SAAO director Phil Charles.
The City of Joburg's new billing system receives a SAP Quality Award, despite its constant problems.
In today's technology roundup: More MS job cuts speculated, Facebook policies hit language barrier, Blizzard backs down, and Australia unbans the Internet.