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Home Affairs turns to digitisation to halt corruption

A focus on digitisation aids the Department of Home Affairs to root out corruption, boost efficiency and bring in revenue.

How geospatial insights can transform service delivery planning, analysis in SA

Geospatial science can empower municipalities with data to make informed decisions, ensure comprehensive coverage and close the gaps in service delivery, says Vuyo Mazabane, senior account manager at AfriGIS.

National Tender Bulletin

Top ICT tenders: DPSA seeks knowledge management enhancement

The Department of Public Service and Administration is calling for the reconfiguration of its SharePoint online systems.

Technology Innovation Agency

New venture to accelerate SA’s start-up, SMME ecosystem

Two government entities formalise their partnership to provide financial and tech support to small enterprises.

City of Cape Town

Cape Town embraces tech for fleet management

The city’s Department of Fleet Management introduces new technology-driven vehicle tracking solutions.

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

Khusela Sangoni-Diko

ITWeb TV: Starlink can’t undermine SA sovereignty, says parly ICT chair

Starlink’s SA entry faces scrutiny, as Khusela Sangoni-Diko, Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies chairperson, warns against bending laws.

State IT Agency

SITA denies wrongdoing in inquiry commissions delays

Short notice and compliance issues, rather than shortcomings, hindered ICT procurement for the Department of Justice, says SITA.

Job-seekers to get free Uber ride to interviews

Uber and Harambee collaborate to provide 100 000 rides to job-seekers going to interviews, as well as access to 10 000 earning opportunities.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

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

Jabu Hlatshwayo

Justice CIO, DDG suspended over Madlanga Commission delays

The justice minister suspends ICT deputy director-general Jabu Hlatshwayo after procurement delays stalled the commission.

Electoral Commission

Public urged to weigh in on e-voting feasibility in SA

South Africans are urged to participate in the public consultations on the feasibility of introducing electronic voting at some point in the future.

USAASA board shrinks as four members resign

Communications minister Solly Malatsi receives the resignation of four USAASA board members, reducing the capacity of those in office to three.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Influencer stirs storm for promoting Russian job scam

Government warns of unverified job opportunities advertised online that exploit South Africa’s soaring youth unemployment.

Nkhensani Nkhwashu