In this World Wide Wrap: Japan gears up for digital TV, World News goes HD, and broadcasters self-regulate news.
The DST also makes a case for a domestic satellite industry.
The taxman still suffers data quality trouble.
The first 233 schools are being moved through the system.
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 post office's pilot e-commerce service will allow car licences to be renewed at certain Eastern Cape branches.
PSICT Forum - Digital literacy and leadership for public service excellence
SAS Institute rolled out an Enterprise Intelligence Platform at the office of the KwaZulu-Natal Premier.
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
Established by Sahara Computers, it will produce and distribute desktop PCs and notebooks.
ICT companies can boost the development of the province, says Computek.
In this World Wide Wrap: Computing careers outstrip takers, top firms champion tech careers, and IBM opens Ballarat centre.
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 SA Army and Special Forces regain portable infantry antitank missile capability.
The authority hopes its R2.7 million contact centre platform will shave 40% off its telecoms costs.
In this World Wide Wrap: MEA demand for TVs grows, Mzilikazi gets technology centre, and cellphones facilitates fairer elections.
The department is concerned the state's R&D tax break is under-utilised.
