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

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OpenText Africa

Aug 18, 2025

Cloud, AI and cyber security: The leap under way in Africa’s TechDev

ITWeb sat down with Tsepa Ramoriting, VP of sales at OpenText Africa, to talk about the role of cloud, AI and cyber security in elevating human potential.

LockBit hackers targeting Africa, warns Interpol

A new Interpol report reveals the “aggressive double-extortion” group is increasingly targeting government entities.

Nicola Mawson

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Business Leadership South Africa

Aug 15, 2025

New online resource to gauge govt reform progress

The online BLSA Reform Tracker will monitor hundreds of government reforms to assess progress and highlight blockages.

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