Despite saying correct procedures were followed, government authorises an audit of the R153 million ECM tender.
Science and technology minister Naledi Pandor calls for more to be done on intellectual property rights.
Increased operating costs trimmed its net profit during the year.
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Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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Telkom's 2011 deadline to unbundle the local loop depends on the regulator's next move.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
An initial allocation of R3 billion to fund the DNA Bill has been made, but SAPS needs R7.5 billion to meet the IT requirements.
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
IT governance will be stepped up and financial management will be improved, says the Gauteng government.
Limited bandwidth and high connectivity costs stifle emerging tele-health opportunities.
The communications minister will use the state-owned enterprises to provide rural broadband.
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
But the office says the project is on track and will soon replace all manual processes.
Telecoms costs are still high, but the sector continues to contribute to growth, says government.
Fujitsu will continue to focus its attention on SA and is making a play for national government business.
The definition will have huge implications for providers and consumers of broadband.