Three candidates sought for InfoReg membership

Three candidates sought for InfoReg membership

Advocate Pansy Tlakula, chairperson of the Information Regulator Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Serviceshas invited nominations for candidates to join the Information Regulator (InfoReg). The portfolio committee seeks three members – two full-time and one part-time – for appointment, for a period of five years. In a statement, the committee says a list…

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ISP blocking sought as gambling Bill remains stalled

ISP blocking sought as gambling Bill remains stalled

ISPA argues that blocking IP addresses is technically challenging. (Graphic: Nicola Mawson | Magnific) Trade, industry and competition minister Parks Tau is reviving an eight-year-old Bill to strengthen the National Gambling Board (NGB). However, the Internet Service Providers’ Association (ISPA) is pushing back against a provision that would allow the state to block access to…

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