AWS announces layoffs across tech, sales, and global service divisionsTechnology

AWS announces layoffs across tech, sales, and global service divisions

The decision follows a series of organisational changes aimed at optimising resources and aligning with strategic priorities.

Less focus on degrees as SA transforms into skills economyTechnology

Less focus on degrees as SA transforms into skills economy

ICT firms prioritise skills over tertiary qualifications in recruitment, according to Pnet.

Mothibi Ramusi named ICASA chairpersonTechnology

Mothibi Ramusi named ICASA chairperson

The comms minister gazettes the appointment of National Lotteries Commission CIO Mothibi Ramusi as ICASA Council chairperson.

RecoMed, Bankmed enter into e-pharmacy unionTechnology

RecoMed, Bankmed enter into e-pharmacy union

The partnership brings e-pharmacy accessibility to South African members, enabling seamless access to medication.

SARS doubles down on AI, ML after revenue gainsTechnology

SARS doubles down on AI, ML after revenue gains

The taxman’s artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms boost compliance, adding R294 billion to net tax revenue for the 2023/24…

Young SA scientists showcase innovations globallyTechnology

Young SA scientists showcase innovations globally

Six young scientists who presented their research projects at international science fairs in Tunisia and Beijing return home.

Top ICT tenders: Eskom looks to lean ways of IT workingTechnology

Top ICT tenders: Eskom looks to lean ways of IT working

The power utility wishes to implement agility across its ICT leadership, organisational structure, mindsets, technology and roadmap.

Blue Label’s Cell C takeover gets CompCom go-aheadTechnology

Blue Label’s Cell C takeover gets CompCom go-ahead

The Competition Commission recommends the Competition Tribunal approve the deal, with conditions.

Broadband Infraco, Sentech merger still on the cardsTechnology

Broadband Infraco, Sentech merger still on the cards

The proposed merger of Broadband Infraco and signal distributor Sentech is at an “advanced stage”, reveals the comms ministry.

Africa’s SMEs grapple with tech costs, skills dearthTechnology

Africa’s SMEs grapple with tech costs, skills dearth

The expense of tech upgrades, lack of digital skills and regulatory hurdles are key hindrances to African SMEs’ growth.