A total of 3 003 cable theft suspects were apprehended from July 2017 to December 2023, with 523 successful convictions.
The National Advisory Council on Innovation will provide two PhD scholarships for science, technology and innovation studies.
The UK government invests R1 billion to establish the International Science Partnership Fund to support UK-SA science and research collaboration.
National Treasury calls on the public to share their suggestions for the upcoming budget via online or social media channels.
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 State IT Agency needs critical supply chain management assistance in clearing the backlog of procurement transactions.
The power utility embarks on a province-wide prepaid smart meter installation drive, warning of possible power interruptions during this time.
The IT infrastructure modernisation reaches the 70% completion mark, as it looks to iron out legacy IT issues and vulnerabilities.
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 matric class of 2023 records improvement in mathematics and science passes, with a percentage rate of 63.5% and 76.2%, respectively.
Founder of Queers Code, Precious Lesupi, sits down with ITWeb TV to discuss the urgent need for SA to overcome barriers to tech accessibility.
Governments need to urgently work with tech companies on risk management frameworks for current AI development, says António Guterres.
The collaboration will deliver anonymised patient insights to a wide range of stakeholders, including insurers, government bodies and medical researchers.