Ministers shy away from major IT projects, choosing rather to focus their spending on improving existing systems.
The provincial government turns to technology, but says relevant skills remain a major concern.
The radio telescope project is expected to have many spin-offs for the broader economy.
Remote sensing has become crucial in ensuring mankind`s survival, says science and technology minister Naledi Pandor.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: SMEs lack tech awareness, iDesign helps HK SMEs, and DRDO transfers business to SMEs.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
In this World Wide Wrap: Mitel furious over Bell/Cisco bid, UK ready for widespread WiMax, and fibre projects drive VOIP tech.
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
In this World Wide Wrap: Yahoo strikes gold in Taiwan, Turkish telco honoured for green initiative, and US hospitals suffer e-billing setbacks.
The forum was shocked to learn ICASA had granted digital rights to MultiChoice.
The traffic offences initiative will roll-out nationally next year, once all the problems have been fixed, say officials.
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 initiative is running on schedule and will continue to provide local communities with computer skills, says the CSIR.
In this World Wide Wrap: Verizon assesses application security, VMware tweaks application performance, and Modularis unveils business app platform.
In this World Wide Wrap: EU calls for broadcasting framework, Sudan to deploy DVB-H, and German DTV booms.
Research shows that state-owned enterprises are increasing their ICT spend but not delivering on their promises.