Sentech acting CEO Tebogo Leshope urges SA to build its own ICT capabilities, including a communications satellite, to lessen reliance on external providers.
The IT skills shortage in SA's public sector leads to heavy reliance on outsourcing managed service providers and hiring of junior IT specialists.
The local space agency provides tracking, telemetry and command support for the IM-2 lunar mission from its Hartebeesthoek ground station.
SASSA plans to up cyber security after an investigation uncovers vulnerabilities in online applications for the Social Relief of Distress grant.
Microsoft SA, YES to equip 300 000 youth with AI skills
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The approved R150 million transfer does not go far enough to address the challenges facing the post office, says the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee.
Duxbury Networking is invested in supporting the national development goals by helping businesses and communities harness the power of digital connectivity, says André Kannemeyer, CTO at Duxbury Networking.
X and Meta must introduce a level of liability for promoting misinformation and disinformation on their platforms, 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
The communications ministry begins a dialogue with industry bodies, as SA aims to drive digital inclusion through affordable smart devices.
This by-law is intended to regulate and not restrict the erecting of CCTV infrastructure on city structures, says the city.
The internet search giant disagrees with the Competition Commission’s claim that it has taken disproportionate value from South African publishers.
It was a quiet week for ICT tenders, with the subdued activity expected to extend until the rescheduled budget speech.