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Minister directs ICASA to probe SA’s I-ECNS licence market

Comms minister Solly Malatsi drafts the policy direction on the review of the licensing of Individual Electronic Communications Network licences.

Identity verification

What identity verification options are available in SA besides Home Affairs?

Depending on a single government system for verification can cause onboarding delays, expose companies to fraud and leave them vulnerable to SLA breaches.

Eskom eyes green hydrogen in renewable energy push

The power utility issues an invitation to tender for the construction of a pilot renewable green hydrogen facility.

Wits School of Business Sciences

Who shapes the digital future? South Africa’s G20 test

SA’s G20 presidency offers a rare chance to put sovereignty, inclusion and employment justice at the heart of global AI governance and safety.

National Treasury

State looks to rid itself of ‘ghost workers’

National Treasury readies reforms to improve the quality of spending and root out waste through a new data-driven approach.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

National Treasury

Tax adjustment for lower-end smartphones takes effect

National Treasury confirms smartphones below the R2 500 price tag no longer carry ad valorem excise duties when exported to SA.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Home Affairs

Home affairs pins hopes on AI to boost productivity, reduce errors

Digital transformation at the department will see the ministry prioritise the use of artificial intelligence over the next three years.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

MultiChoice, Canal+ merger deal passes CompCom hurdle

The proposed transaction is unlikely to substantially lessen or prevent competition in any market, says the Competition Commission.

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

Cyril Ramaphosa

President to act in the interests of SA amid Starlink stand-off

Ahead of the high-stakes meeting with US president Donald Trump, president Cyril Ramaphosa says his delegation will do what is best for SA on Starlink licensing.

South African Tech Challenge 2025

R1m up for grabs in SA’s inaugural tech challenge

The SA Tech Challenge aims to identify and elevate the most impactful and scalable SMMEs across the country’s digital innovation ecosystem.

Technology Innovation Agency

Technology Innovation Agency disburses R170m to fund managers

The entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation has disbursed R170 million of its Industry Matching Fund since 2019.

Sibahle Malinga

Ramaphosa orders Special Investigating Unit to probe SITA

President Cyril Ramaphosa tasks the Special Investigating Unit with probing suspected maladministration and corruption at the State IT Agency.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba