The State IT Agency wants to bring government e-services onto a mobility platform, targeting five million citizens.
The project uses a multi-faceted strategy to enhance STEM education for high school pupils and teachers.
The South African government has set a target of millions of households enabled by WiFi hotspots in the next three to four years.
Once operational, the Oya Energy Hybrid Project will provide essential dispatchable energy to the South African grid.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The Special Investigating Unit seeks tech tools to enable it to use its data resources for decision-making and crime prevention activities.
The provincial government partners with Vumacam, receiving access to a 6 000-strong CCTV camera network and crime-fighting tech.
The South African government looks to reform the country’s visa system to attract remote workers, says president Cyril Ramaphosa.
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 Western Cape opens applications for the Business Technology and Innovation Support Fund, to help firms increase their profitability.
The provincial education department opens Sikhululekile Maths, Science & ICT School of Specialisation in Hammanskraal.
Government prepares for local electric vehicle production by engaging with neighboring countries.
SA’s abundance of solar, wind and mineral resources bodes well for job creation, said the president in his last SONA.