In this World Wide Wrap: Europe behind on ICT research, Australian govt lax on local support, and outlook cloudy for IaaS.
The site's price tag is exorbitant, say IT professionals, as the municipality fails to detail its R6.5 million spend.
Regulations will be used if telecoms costs do not come down naturally, says the communications minister.
Transnet may rethink its strategy if the deal is not “advantageous” enough.
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 City of Joburg will increase broadband access to under-serviced areas.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
The South African government should introduce more electronic self-service options for citizens.
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
Broadband Infraco's future conduct is the association's primary concern.
If an ICASA councillor struck a deal to stop Vodacom's listing in exchange for reappointment, then the DA will prosecute.
The department will increase support for technology companies and grow the BPO industry.
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
Technology receives minimal funding in the education budget, making implementation tricky.
The cops credit technology for improved service delivery, but make no specific allocations for IT.
The communications minister and his deputy deliver clear, yet old hat speeches.
Ismail Vadi and Eric Kholwane deliver a tongue-lashing on the failure of government's past communications policy.