The Western Cape provincial government is to beef up its IT spending, with R150 million added to its annual R236 million IT budget.
Manufacturers are concerned that there may not be enough time to meet the number of set-top boxes required for the DTT deadline.
Legislation that has been outstanding for years would be introduced in April 2010, says government.
In this World Wide Wrap: Greater transparency for federal projects, CAT glitch due to failed PM, and PM training for economic climate.
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
A new local Web site lets users participate in mass action at the Copenhagen Summit.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The Gauteng Health Department has been instructed to pay over R40 million to 3P Consulting for breach of contract, delaying the tender.
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
Vendors have been approved and teachers are able to purchase laptops from selected suppliers.
In today's technology roundup: EU opens Web addresses, HP dodges strike, Apple and Nokia battle heats up, Russia and US talk cyber crime, and 'cryo-egg' to predict sea levels.
In this World Wide Wrap: Struggling SMEs outsource HR, Convergys extends 'People First', and TCS and Cardiff council partner.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: Google to open source EtherPad, open source bugs fixed fastest, and French military contributes to Thunderbird.
South African telecoms seems to be in a permanent state of flux.
Big issues in the telecoms debate are local loop unbundling, carrier preselect and co-location. What gives?
A proposed glide path on interconnect rates stirs mixed feelings among industry players.