The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa adds new electric motor units on the KwaMashu to Durban corridor.
The communications ministry and Huawei South Africa introduce a broadband development initiative that aims to increase the country’s fibre penetration.
The member states agree to establish the Artificial Intelligence Study Group of the BRICS Institute of Future Networks, to create information exchange and technological cooperation.
The South African Women in Science Awards return to honour the country’s leading women in science and technology.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development received a R5 million fine by the Information Regulator for failing to ramp up its cyber security.
GovTech 2023 will acknowledge innovation and tech advancement through the Digital Public Service Awards.
South Africa and the People’s Republic of China deepen bilateral cooperation in education and training, and digital technologies.
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
China bolsters South Africa’s renewables generation capacity, donating energy equipment valued at R167 million.
Dealerships and financial institutions can now register newly-purchased motor vehicles and change of ownership online.
The economic impacts of investments in the lower Baakens precinct also include a R163 million rise in total household income.
The state-owned entity says it has developed a fraud risk register and invites anyone to report their suspicions.