Oni-Tel unveils inter-data fibre network in Gauteng

Oni-Tel unveils inter-data fibre network in Gauteng

Oni-Tel and DPA team. Oni-Tel Fibre Networks has launched an inter-data centre fibre network in Gauteng, with Digital Parks Africa (DPA) as its first point of presence. The network, unveiled at DPA’s Midrand headquarters, connects major data centres across the province to support faster, low-latency connectivity between facilities. The company said more than 70km of…

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Gauteng under fire for failing to pay R344m Microsoft licence fees

Gauteng under fire for failing to pay R344m Microsoft licence fees

Microsoft says it does not disclose or comment on the commercial terms of customer agreements. The Gauteng Provincial Government owes Microsoft R344 million in unpaid licence fees. This was revealed during a recent e-government portfolio committee meeting. According to a presentation by the provincial government’s finance department, it embraced digital transformation by integrating a range…

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Gauteng promotes circular economy for e-waste

Gauteng promotes circular economy for e-waste

International e-Waste Day aims to raise public awareness about the growing problem of electronic waste and encourage responsible recycling. The Gauteng government is looking to turn old electronics into new chances for jobs, innovation and sustainability. This was highlighted at the Gauteng Department of e-Government Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Conference last week. The…

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Gauteng unveils new high-tech number plates

Gauteng unveils new high-tech number plates

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, has officially unveiled a new high-tech, tamper-proof provincial number plate system. The new intelligent number plate system is a secure, traceable, and smart solution, incorporating tamper-evident decals, forensic QR codes, and a fully digitised back-end portal. These technological enhancements are designed to combat vehicle theft, fraud, and cloning while improving road…

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