2015 was a watershed year according to Prof Barry Dwolatzky, director of the Joburg Centre for Software Engineering (JCSE). Working tirelessly to ready Braamfontein as the digital hub of Johannesburg, he says that 2016 is time to ‘take the great leap forward’ and move from a planning and development phase to becoming fully operational. “I predict continued innovation in the ICT … [Read more...] about Digital technology at the heart of progress
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New technology harnessed in the fight against germs
Cape Town hospital becomes first in SA to test germ-zapping robot A state-of-the-art robot that kills bacteria and viruses with ultraviolet light has entered the fight against the spread of germs and infections, especially ones that are resistant to antibiotics, for the first time in South Africa. The robot is currently being trialled at Netcare […] Read more on: … [Read more...] about New technology harnessed in the fight against germs
South Africa: Minister Angie Motshekga – Technology and Technical Subjects Round-Table Discussion
Programme Director, from the onset, I wish to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all attendees for making the time for this important and historic engagement. We especially extend our gratitude to midwives of technology and technical training in South Africa whose contribution has not been adequately acknowledged. Read the full article by here: Johannesburg, South Africa News … [Read more...] about South Africa: Minister Angie Motshekga – Technology and Technical Subjects Round-Table Discussion
New TechSoup Global Technology Donation Platform Covers 54 African Countries
Nonprofit organisations in every corner of Africa can now harness the profound power of technology for greater impact. TechSoup has launched TechSoup.Global – http://www.techsoup.global, the world’s first fully global technology donation platform aimed at nonprofit organisations (NPOs). TechSoup’s technology philanthropy programme already connects more than 90 technology … [Read more...] about New TechSoup Global Technology Donation Platform Covers 54 African Countries
Buntwani 2015: How is technology changing governance practices?
This week nearly 100 delegates from across the globe meet in Johannesburg for Buntwani 2015. This event provides a platform for reflection, analysis and candid dialogue on the impact of technology-supported initiatives aimed at empowering citizens to voice their concerns and demands, as well as improve governments’ responsiveness and accountability. The theme of Buntwani 2015 … [Read more...] about Buntwani 2015: How is technology changing governance practices?
