The Information Regulator orders the Department of Basic Education to pay a fine of R5 million following its failure to comply with a POPIA enforcement notice.
The Department of Justice and National Prosecuting Authority agree to further strengthen ties as it pertains to access to information of the State Capture Commission.
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation commits to advancing science, technology and innovation to address the country’s most urgent social challenges.
President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the South African Post Office Amendment Bill into law, diversifying services of the financially-strung entity.
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 Department of Social Development plans to add SMS, Please Call Me and WhatsApp to access its Gender-Based Violence Command Centre in the first quarter of 2025.
Communications minister Solly Malatsi invites nominations of suitably qualified individuals to serve as non-executive directors on the State IT Agency board.
Airports Company South Africa warns of long queues at immigration due to an unresponsive Border Management Control System.
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
The Department of Basic Education will release in the newspapers for the grade 12 class of 2024, after it challenges the Information Regulator’s enforcement notice.
SA’s border law enforcement authority will use surveillance drones to monitor cross-border movement during the festive season.
From getting licensed locally, to Bitcoin reaching new highs, crypto players in SA reveal their 2024 milestones and expectations for 2025.
Basic education and sci-tech deputy ministers commit to ensuring business supports the advance of STEM education in schools.