Publicly-funded researchers and inventors will now be obliged to hand over their work.
The Department of Science and Technology aims high with “unrealistic time frames”.
No wrongdoing was found on the part of state CIO Michelle Williams, but a task team has been appointed to monitor the agency.
In this World Wide Wrap: Healthcare IT sector boost expected, RFID helps locate hospital staff, and RPGSi partners with M2sys.
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: Dubai issues cellphone visas, Web self-service trend continues, and Bolton council moves to self-service.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
A correctly implemented software solution should lessen the risk associated with specific business processes.
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
Despite a parliamentary uproar last year, the project will move into implementation phase in April.
Underperforming Dinaledi schools will be replaced, says the Department of Education.
There are big plans ahead for Neotel, says Albie Modise.
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
SARS expects to double the amount of tax returns submitted via eFiling.
Local political parties turn to technology to reach out to voters.
Web 2.0 technology revolutionises political campaigns as we say farewell to traditional campaigning.
The much-anticipated AG's report into the shenanigans at SITA and the resignation of CEO Llewellyn Jones will be released soon.