Healthcare, coding education, digital payments and youth employment are among the initiatives organisations are supporting as they mark Mandela Day.
Gauteng and the DA clash over the CCTV camera network, with disputes over offline cameras and crime-fighting effectiveness.
The takedown utilised multiple technologies, including licence plate recognition systems, surveillance cameras and drones.
The Department of e-Government intensifies its tech use to address persistent challenges, from crime and unemployment, to infrastructure breakdowns.
OUTA welcomes Johannesburg’s repeal of its CCTV by-law, calling it a victory for residents over unnecessary red tape and costs.
Gauteng’s Department of e-Government will put its R1.5 billion budget towards continued digital transformation efforts in 2025/26.
OUTA is going to court to challenge the legality of the City of Johannesburg’s new by-law on privately-owned closed-circuit television cameras.
The City of Joburg’s tech-driven pushback against violent crime sees gains, as Vumucam reveals multiple arrests and interceptions in March.
The Gauteng Department of e-Government installs additional CCTV cameras in townships, informal settlements and hostels.
This by-law is intended to regulate and not restrict the erecting of CCTV infrastructure on city structures, says the city.
Technology played a pivotal role in the resolution of a kidnapping of a man and his wife in Wierdabrug, Centurion.
The provincial government’s partnership with Vumacam is vital in the push towards public safety, says MEC Bonginkosi Dhlamini.
Gauteng taps into Vumacam’s tech to fight crime
In this week's tech news roundup, The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) will tap into Vumacam’s CCTV camera network, in an effort to tackle the high levels of crime in the province. The GPG has also set its sights on deploying drones that will “monitor the skies”, said Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi this week at the announcement of the partnership. 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 #vumacam #tenders News Links: https://www.itweb.co.za/article/businessman-lifts-lid-on-r11bn-telkom-damages-claim/Pero3MZ3ED9qQb6m%5C https://www.itweb.co.za/article/microsoft-sa-reveals-early-local-adopters-of-copilot/O2rQGqAEAAzqd1ea https://www.itweb.co.za/article/gauteng-education-opens-research-innovation-focused-school/DZQ58vV82zNMzXy2 https://www.itweb.co.za/article/sun-exchange-ditches-crowdfunding-for-corporate-funders/j