New policy direction targets South Africa’s municipal broadband logjam

New policy direction targets South Africa’s municipal broadband logjam

Communications minister Solly Malatsi. Photo: Lerato Sepotokele/DCDT Communications minister Solly Malatsi on Thursday published a draft policy direction aimed at cutting the red tape that has long frustrated network operators trying to roll out broadband infrastructure across South Africa. The draft, published in the Government Gazette, directs communications regulator Icasa to overhaul the country’s decade-old…

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ITWeb sets direction for Security Summit 2026 agenda

ITWeb sets direction for Security Summit 2026 agenda

The 21st annual ITWeb Security Summit is an opportunity for business leaders to hear from experts about how to build resilience amid AI-driven attacks, the skills shortage and geopolitical uncertainty. ITWeb has revealed that its 21st annual Security Summit, to be held in mid-2026, will be based on the theme: ‘Redefining security in the face…

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ICT SMEs slam draft transformation policy direction

ICT SMEs slam draft transformation policy direction

The ICT SMME Chamber does not support the proposed changes to the country’s black economic empowerment laws. The ICT SMME Chamber, which represents the interests of small businesses in South Africa, has slammed the proposed changes to the country’s black economic empowerment (BEE) laws. This, after in May, communications and digital technologies minister Solly Malatsi…

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