Candidate interviews for the soon-to-be-vacant ICASA council seat started late and the politicians seemed unsure of the law.
In today's technology roundup: Critics attack US broadband plans, ATM hacking spree foiled, Intel unveils chip for smartphones and tablets, and LoveBug celebrates 10th anniversary.
In this World Wide Wrap: Algeria threatens $9bn telecoms deal, African mobile penetration skyrockets, and Kenya builds digital villages.
In this World Wide Wrap: Pantai and Eclipsys partner for EA, Nice unveils workforce management solution, and HLCIT develops government EA solution.
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
The company has achieved its accreditation as a training provider by the Services SETA.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
SA will not have a national emergency number for the World Cup, after the closure of the 112 emergency call centre.
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
The former home affairs DG will do some consulting work for the industry.
In today's technology roundup: Smartphones get novel memory material, US Treasury site serves up malware, IE drops below 60% market share, and lawmakers draft Web-ad privacy safeguards.
The country's migration to digital broadcasting faces yet another setback, as government contemplates a new standard.
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 issue of the communications minister's accommodation costs is far from over, says an opposition party.
In this World Wide Wrap: Govt fuels internet banking fraud?, Caribbean bank gets mBanking tech, and bank apologises for system woes.
The UIF's plans to add IT training to its skills development programme may not be viable.
A new call centre, dedicated to electricity outages, will only be available during the World Cup.