09-APR-13·	Holistic support produces well-rounded learners
	Posted by | technology
	If South Africa is to adequately prepare and equip young people for the marketplace and life in general there needs to be a more holistic approach to educating learners. There are many elements lacking in schools that are critical to realising the complete development of the student.

30-JAN-13·	Graduate development critical for future of South Africa
	Posted by | technology
	The recent annual report by the World Economic Forum, ranked South Africa last out of 62 countries in terms of maths and science education and without strength in these domains our youth will lack critical thinking and the ability to solve problems.

29-DEC-12·	What is 'the cloud'?
	Posted by | technology
	What is the cloud? We used to know where our data existed, it used to exist on floppy discs and on our computers. Things are not what they used to be and the world of technology has undergone vast changes.

13-DEC-12·	Education technology partnership boosts SA learning
	Posted by | technology
	A hybrid learning model better known as 'blended learning' will be needed to deliver education across the country. Blended learning is an integrated approach to education that combines traditional in-class face-to-face learning methods with online activities.

03-DEC-12·	Empowering students through technology
	Posted by | technology
	A lack of computer and information literacy skills has been identified as one of the major contributors to the poor pass rates witnessed amongst higher education institutions. According to Sandra Dunn students are not being technologically equipped for the future.

26-NOV-12·	Environmental sector commits to further investment in green skills
	Posted by | technology
	The vision of a greener growth path for South Africa and its potential for job creation has spurred unprecedented national collaboration between the environmental sector and education institutions and agencies, towards the development of quality green skills.

12-NOV-12·	Science, technology must be used to improve lives
	Posted by | technology
	Innovation in science has been urged by Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom to address real socio-economic challenges. Science could also contribute to increasing development and innovation capacity for the country.

08-NOV-12·	Client relationships key to innovation
	Posted by | technology
	The potential for innovation in business is often linked to the technology, available resources and creative ability of employees at all levels however companies should not underestimate the impact of client relationships on business innovation strategies.

05-NOV-12·	Regional trade will grow economies
	Posted by | technology
	Increased regional trade within Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation will result in stronger economic growth and has expanded over the past fifteen years. Increased regional trade offers the prospect of stronger economic growth through greater regional cooperation and integration.

05-OCT-12·	Employment equity reports produced with a click
	Posted by | technology
	Completing employment equity reports is perhaps one of the most cumbersome tasks for HR professionals, even for those who are keen to see transformation in the workplace. According to Dave Packer the right software can significantly simplify this process.

25-SEP-12·	Central University of Technology still free from Government administration
	Posted by | technology
	In the Free State High Court the Department of Higher Education and Training was granted leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal after unsuccessfully attempting to place Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) under administration.

21-SEP-12·	Schools and education departments should embrace tablets
	Posted by | technology
	To remain globally competitve students will need to have access to the latest technology and information, and tablets are being recognized as the affordable alternatives that will take learning to the next level.

04-SEP-12·	GIBB promotes engineering at high school level
	Posted by | technology
	The shortage of technical, engineering and technology skills is threatening the future economic growth of South Africa. GIBB participates in a Job Shadow Day initiative in an effort to inspire and motivate learners toward a career in consulting engineering.

10-AUG-12·	Osizweni Science Week a hit
	Posted by | technology
	With the goal of inspiring a love for maths, science and technology the Osizweni Science Week attracted 17 000 people.The 2012 theme was, ‘The role of science in economic development’, and the week included a series of interactive activities, experiments, career guidance sessions.

03-AUG-12·	Bridging the digital divide
	Posted by | technology
	Education facilities across the globe are experiencing first-hand the numerous benefits technology has with regards to helping children develop an understanding and love for learning.But can an ICT-culture become the base for rural empowerment?

01-AUG-12·	Competition between call agents to heat up
	Posted by | technology
	What is the future of the call centre industry? The growing demands of employers and consumers are severely impacting the role of call centre agents in the workplace. Read about these and other factors that are shaping the sector.

31-JUL-12·	National Science Week gets underway
	Posted by | technology
	National Science Week launched at the University of Johannesburg confirms the Department’s contribution to the gradual transformation of South Africa’s resource-based economy to a knowledge economy.

25-JUL-12·	Arming call centre agents for the front line
	Posted by | technology
	Call centres can be described as the cornerstones of the ICT sector and a great starting place for young people who are interested in pursuing a career in IT. Dr Madelise Grobler talks about the need to prepare and equip non-graduates for this dynamic industry.

25-JUL-12·	What is a call center?
	Posted by | technology
	Do you know the difference between inbound and outbound call centres? Call centres are dynamic workplaces that require flexible and skilled employees. We investigate the definition of a standard call centre and the people who work in them.

11-JUL-12·	How to improve first call resolution in contact centres
	Posted by | technology
	Rising pressures within inbound call centres to answer more calls in less time can sometimes outweigh the need to effectively assist customers. Follow these tips if you prize quality over quantity.

09-JUL-12·	Learners encouraged to study maths, science
	Posted by | technology
	Learners continue to receive encouragement and support from government to pursue careers in the maths and science fields in order to fill growing skills shortages in these sectors.

25-JUN-12·	Sasol hosts Learner Focus Week in Bloemfontein
	Posted by | technology
	The Learner Focus Week will target learners from Grade 10 - 11 to promote skills development and career guidance in mathematics, science and technology fields, in an effort to improve interest in these sectors.

05-JUN-12·	Look to call centre tech that lets people be better people
	Posted by | technology
	Give your call centre agents the technology they need to provide the excellent service your customers want and establish your business as a leader in the competitive contact centre industry.

21-MAY-12·	eThekwini to host maths, sci-tech indaba
	Posted by | technology
	In an effort to attract learners to careers in the STEM fields the eThekwini Municipality, in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, will host a Mathematics, Science and Technology Indaba.

17-APR-12·	Using digital tools in the classroom
	Posted by | technology
	No matter what your thoughts are on the topic of technology in the classroom, the digital revolution in education is already happening. As an educator it's time to either get with the programme or get left behind.

16-APR-12·	Technology to create an adaptive education environment
	Posted by | technology
	The needs of students have changed and educators should adapt to the changing environment by actively interacting with their students. These were some of the issues addressed by stakeholders within the education sector at a 4Courses Dinner event.

10-APR-12·	Alleviating poverty through housing
	Posted by | technology
	With the aim of finding global solutions to alleviating poverty the Hult Global Case Challenge focuses on energy, education and housing. This year a South African company has reached the finals of the R7-million ($1-million) competition, in the housing category.

22-MAR-12·	SA pledges to help Indian companies, create jobs
	Posted by | technology
	Two Indian companies will move their operations into South African territory. The businesses have received support from the Department of Trade and Industry in effort to aid skills development, job creation and technological development in the country.

20-MAR-12·	DST, Absa join hands on sci-tech development
	Posted by | technology
	With the aim of stimulating the country’s growth trajectory, the Department of Science and Technology and Absa, have signed a memorandum of understanding that will promote development in the ICT and agricultural business sectors.

16-MAR-12·	Using technology to enhance education
	Posted by | technology
	Education in the Western Cape Province received a boost when Vodacom donated a fully equipped computer lab with internet connectivity to Mondale High School. This initiative links into Vodacom’s strategy to use technology to improve education in South Africa.

14-FEB-12·	Mobi-Site provides integrated higher learning experience
	Posted by | technology
	The development of an academic mobi-site known as MyAcademic has been labelled a breakthrough in e-learning technology. The site, the first of its kind for South African students is the mobile offering of the successful space for students and educators who wish to access and share academic information.

02-FEB-12·	Tshwane college gets techno savvy
	Posted by | technology
	A lack of resources and limited internet connectivity have been hampering the performance of students and teachers at the Tshwane North College but the decision to partner with the Department of Communications is expected to transform the way education is delivered at the institution.

01-FEB-12·	New technology revolutionises tertiary education in SA
	Posted by | technology
	The call for virtual universities has been answered by the latest technological tool called the Telefunken Tablet PC. The device is able to store pre-loaded learning material, a function that will forever change the landscape of tertiary education in South Africa.

16-NOV-11·	SA drums up support for SKA bid
	Posted by | technology
	With only a few months left before the bid winner is announced, the campaign, built around astronomy and the moon as themes, is set to stimulate interest in the initiative and illustrate how Africa is fast emerging as a global hub of astronomy.

07-NOV-11·	Young girls get science, tech skills
	Posted by | technology
	A dynamic programme was re-launched to help turn the tide against the growing shortage of young girls pursuing careers in the science and technology fields by providing corporate mentorship and job shadowing opportunities.

01-NOV-11·	SA girls get techno skills
	Posted by | technology
	Approximately 4000 underprivileged South African girls will have the opportunity to experience the working world and learn from seasoned professionals within the STEM fields through a job shadowing project launched by Minister Lulu Xingwana.

18-OCT-11·	Vodacom launches mobile education programme
	Posted by | technology
	In a move that will pave the way to improving education in schools, technology partners today launched the Vodacom Mobile Education Programme, which makes use of mobile technology to provide teachers throughout South Africa with better access to quality instruction resources and ICT.

18-OCT-11·	SEO in five easy steps
	Posted by | technology
	Search Engine Optimization is a process that is often overlooked but has the potential to improve the visibility of your website and increase the amount of visitors you receive. Follow these five simple steps and learn how to widen your net in this complex and crazy online world.

05-SEP-11·	SA to increase science centres
	Posted by | technology
	Sciences centres are being seen as a innovative way to educate youth, outside tradional learning environments and according to Minister Naledi Pondor the centres will 'unleash the potential of millions of young African people, and promote science awareness on a continent that is rapidly embracing the digital age.'

01-SEP-11·	Empowering women in technology
	Posted by | technology
	The latest research has revealed that female graduates in ICT disciplines have increased nearly four-fold in the past ten years marking a major improvement for women in this previously male-dominated arena, and the Wired Women Conference is set to take tech-savvy professionals to the next level.

25-AUG-11·	Job Vacancies at Department of Science and Technology
	Posted by | technology

17-AUG-11·	Internships aid skills development initiative
	Posted by | technology
	Internships are being used as a 'mechanism to upskill the technology-challenged society' and aid the e-government initiative which aims to boost skills development in South Africa in the wake of a huge technological gap between market needs and the actual skills set of the working class.

15-AUG-11·	Galileo centre upgrades travel expertise
	Posted by | technology
	The Academy Training Group opened a Galileo centre at its Kempton Park campus which offers tourism courses to any interested students, training learners on the latest travel and tourism programmes and systems.

03-AUG-11·	Maths learners 'MXit' up at school
	Posted by | technology
	Many parents spend endless hours persuading their kids to get off MXit, but one innovative High School has found a way to use this teenage diversion to their advantage, and may have started a trend in the Western Cape by using technology to excite maths learners.

19-JUL-11·	Complete call recording solution in a box
	Posted by | technology
	It has been established that call recording and voice logging technology is a business necessity in the fast-changing landscape that is placing increasing emphasis on corporate governance and legal compliance.Majuda Software Southern Africa offers an all-in-one enterprise call recording solution which has simplified call recording.

08-JUL-11·	View video conferencing objectively
	Posted by | technology
	Video-conferencing is becoming a popular alternative to expensive and inconvenient business travels and in his video ‘Business benefits of video conferencing’ Bob Brumm highlights the effectiveness of this business tool; however there is a downside to VC which should not be overlooked.

28-JUN-11·	Top young scientists to be recognised
	Posted by | technology
	The four top achievers of the National Science Olympiad for 2011 will experience the opportunity of a lifetime when they receive their reward, an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the London International Youth Science Forum, which could open the doors to a successful career in science, engineering or technology.

27-JUN-11·	Tech habits of industry professionals
	Posted by | technology
	Passion and consistency are the fundemental components that lead to success in this digital business era, and managers should make use of technologies such as Lync from Microsoft, Sony video conferencing and Facebook which enable frequent, inexpensive interaction with staff and customers.

25-MAY-11·	Do I really need a digital strategy
	Posted by | technology
	Social media is not going to disappear and 'enlightened executives understand that the balance of power in business-to-customer relations has forever shifted, so it is important to do something. But what? And how?'

23-MAY-11·	Interactive whiteboards foster digital inclusion
	Posted by | technology
	The award-winning Western Cape Education Department initiative is founded on the use of technology in the classroom, such as interactive whiteboards, to strengthen teaching and learning.

19-MAY-11·	Universities drive open learning online
	Posted by | technology
	Free education for all is becoming more than a catchy phrase as universities around the world are making entire courses available online.

05-MAY-11·	Liberate workers from stressful commuting
	Posted by | technology
	What can flexible working do for your business? Technology has increased the potential to work at different times and in different spaces, but managers remain hesitant in introducing this practice in the workplace. Regus Commercial Director, Therese Meyer, discusses the two major barriers.

08-APR-11·	Tolls and fuel costs drive VC growth
	Posted by | technology
	The rising costs of local and international commuting has seen a surge in videoconferencing technology sales. But will VC become the preferred alternative to business travel? according to VC technology distributors Imago Communications, it's only a matter of time.

07-APR-11·	Countries commit to raising funds to build Square Kilometre Array
	Posted by | technology
	Eight countries have joined forces with South Africa by signing a letter of intent to see the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) built. Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor welcomed the agreement, which committed the countries to securing funding for the next phase of the project - at about R14.4 million Rand - which could start as early as 2016. The design, construction and operation of the telescope has the potential to impact on skills development in science, engineering and in associated industries, not only in the host countries but in all project partner countries.

29-MAR-11·	GSB upgrades leaders for digital future
	Posted by | technology
	Do you want to learn how to manage "digitally distracted people" and maximise digital communication in the market? the UCT Graduate School of Business offers the 'Nomadic Leadership' course which focuses on leadership in the modern communications technology-driven workplace.

28-MAR-11·	Innovative lessons lead to interactive learning
	Posted by | technology
	Xbox Kinect and interactive whiteboards are just some examples of the technology being introduced into the classroom today, as educators discover the importance of integrating technology into the lesson plan to retain the attention of learners. But is it all fun and games?

15-MAR-11·	ICT services crucial to goverment operations
	Posted by | technology
	It has become essential to the economic development of the country for state departments and ICT service providers to work together. 'The fact is that in order to function effectively and provide the necessary level of service, government departments have to be in a position to run off the latest ICT infrastructure and systems,” says Robert Sussman, joint CEO, Integr8.

09-MAR-11·	The network is the lifeblood of any commercial venture
	Posted by | technology
	Country Manager for SMC Networks South Africa, Paul Luff, highlights the value and growing accessibility of the network within an organisation, regardless of size or industry. "The combination of innovation in solution development, the increase in skills and focused attention to training and knowledge has transformed the image of the network, positioning this resource at the top of the priority list amongst decision makers", says Luff.

01-MAR-11·	Successful HR management: you can’t beat a good system
	Posted by | technology
	Teryl Schroenn, CEO at Accsys advocates the importance of an efficient HR system in conjunction with functional technological infrastructures to support it. She cites (ESS) Employee Self Service facilities as one example of an unexplored resource, within the human resource management sphere.

25-FEB-11·	South Africa’s science programme for girls commended at United Nations
	Posted by | technology
	Senior Education Advisor for UNICEF, Dr Barbara Reynolds commended SA for its increased focus on education and the "Techno Girls" programme, which has encouraged thousands of girls to study maths and science - necessary for careers in science and technology. The presentation was given by Minister Luly Xingwana to the delegates at the United Nations 55th Session on the Status of Women (UNCSW) in New York.

04-OCT-10·	V2 The evolution of the Girl Friday
	Posted by | technology
	Today the idea of employing a Girl Friday – a person to simply do the filing, greet customers and supply tea and coffee – is seriously outdated, but that does not mean the role no longer exists. Rather, a Girl Friday has matured with the times: over the years she has grown to play an indispensable role in most organisations.

31-AUG-10·	Science and technology key enabler for jobs
	Posted by | technology
	Science and technology is a key enabler in government’s efforts in expanding employment opportunities in South Africa, says Minister Naledi Pandor.

13-AUG-10·	Pandor - Call for more women in science and engineering
	Posted by | technology
	Speaking at the National Advisory Council on Innovation (NACI) symposium on the leadership roles of women in science, technology and innovation, Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor said that more needs to be done to attract women to study in the fields of science and engineering.

02-AUG-10·	Government partners with private sector to produce fuel cells
	Posted by | technology
	The Department of Science and Technology has partnered with Anglo Platinum and Altergy Systems to establish a new company that will distribute its products and manufacture fuel cells for the sub-Saharan African market. The objective is to enable South Africa to extract more value from beneficiation of its natural resources, in this case, the abundant Platinum Group Metal (PGM) resources, and the goal is to supply 25 percent of the world catalyst demand by 2020.

02-AUG-10·	Pandor - SA needs to train more young scientists
	Posted by | technology
	Speaking at the launch of Gauteng Science Week at the University of Pretoria, Naledi Pandor said South Africa needs to produce more young scientists - creating public awareness about science, engineering and technology is her department’s key priority.

26-JUL-10·	Expo to promote SA’s indigenous knowledge
	Posted by | technology
	The Department of Science and Technology will host a week-long expo to raise public awareness and understanding of the Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS). The IKS Expo will be held under the theme: “Our indigenous knowledge, our pride, ulwazi lwethu ukuzigqaja kwethu.”

10-JUL-10·	SA Brazil Strategic Partnership Agreement includes education and skills development
	Posted by | technology
	SA and Brazil have also agreed to deepen cooperation in areas such as: trade and industry, science and technology, agriculture and rural development, arts and culture, defence, education and skills development, health, sport and recreation, tourism, water and environmental affairs.

09-JUL-10·	IT Offshoring. What madness is this?
	Posted by | technology
	Cosatu has a track record of highlighting the "offshoring" of blue-collar jobs - the FIFA merchandise is one example - but are we aware of IT offshoring?

18-JUN-10·	Maths and science lessons for Free State learners
	Posted by | technology
	The Free State Education Department has launched an enrichment programme for grade 8 and 9 learners to help them with problematic learning areas in Mathematics, Science, Technology and Accounting (MSTA) for the duration of the World Cup.

18-JUN-10·	Technology makes stretching the truth riskier than ever
	Posted by | technology
	Down sizing, high unemployment and increased competition on the job front can push candidates to chance their hand at CV embellishment, but the increasing reach of technology when conducting background checks means candidates are now less able to get away with untruths than ever before -cautions Debbie Goodman-Bhyat.

14-MAY-10·	Supply chain management Prof joins GSB
	Posted by | technology
	Richard Chivaka, newly appointed as an Associate Professor at the UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB), says the business school is the perfect place for him to explore his passion for research and teaching on emergent markets. Chivaka's areas of focus are supply chain management and strategic cost management.

01-MAR-10·	The evolution of the Girl Friday
	Posted by | technology
	Today the idea of employing a Girl Friday – a person to simply do the filing, greet customers and supply tea and coffee – is seriously outdated, but that does not mean the role no longer exists. Rather, a Girl Friday has matured with the times: over the years she has grown to play an indispensable role in most organisations.

01-FEB-10·	ICT skills shortage troubles Western Cape SMEs
	Posted by | technology
	Two Cape Town organisations have launched a training initiative to start to deliver the ICT skills that the Western Cape is finding in short supply. Bandwidth Barn GM Chris Vermeulen has unveiled plans for their training programme run with Citi. They will focus on the technical skills and basic business administration skills that small businesses in the technology sector need.

30-JUL-09·	Wired Parenting Workshop teaches new technologies
	Posted by | technology
	The Workshop aims to empower parents with a better understanding of the technology their children are using, by covering cell phone, Internet and gaming technologies.

01-JUN-09·	Are you one of SA’s best Maths, Science or Technology educators?
	Posted by | technology
	Seven educators will be among South Africa’s best educators in the Maths, Science and Technology learning areas for Telkom's Educator of the Year Award. They will be selected from primary school and secondary school level, and will each win laptops and R15 000 for excelling in the Maths, Science or Technology categories.

18-MAY-09·	Meeting the healthcare challenge – harder in the USA than here
	Posted by | technology
	By following Bangladesh and India's examples of creating affordable public healthcare by pooling resources, training nurses and taking the preventative approach, we can protect our nation. It's a matter of removing the red tape, writes Luis da Silva.

12-MAY-09·	South African youth and doctors drive rapid growth in cellphone payments
	Posted by | technology
	Pocit, a cellphone payment system, means you won't need to carry a handbag, wallet or credit card the next time you purchase, and if your phone gets stolen, your money won't, because it's secure in cyberspace. "It transforms the concept of ‘buy now’ to ‘buy immediately’ and not next time you are shopping," says David Reynders.

14-APR-09·	Turbulence in ICT skills market
	Posted by | technology
	South African companies are both cutting costs by not recruiting while desperately in need of ICT skills in a market that is shifting and expanding with managed ICT services, virtualisation, software as a service, mobile, wireless and cloud computing.

04-MAR-09·	This is a totally misleading statement
	Posted by | technology
	For this reason, many employers in the general industry of banking, insurance, mining, and technology, found the fruit of good skills courses, dedicated to the growth of, and not the pandering to window dressing skills training.

04-MAR-09·	'Joule' displayed at climate change event
	Posted by | technology
	It was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show last year and named after British physicist James Prescott Joule, who was best known for his research in electricity and thermodynamics.

19-FEB-09·	TUT classes to resume on Monday
	Posted by | technology
	The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will reopen on Friday with classes resuming on Monday, following a signed agreement between Health and Allied Workers Union (Nehawu) and the university’s management. The agreement was for a 10 percent wage increase across the board.

12-FEB-09·	TUT staff, students injured in protest march
	Posted by | technology
	A staff member, several other students and a journalist were injured when police intervened during protests at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Pretoria campus on Wednesday.

29-JAN-09·	TUT accepts late registrations caused by strike
	Posted by | technology
	The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is to extend its registration period to accommodate students who were unable to register on time as a result of the strike over salary increases.

14-JAN-09·	New institute in KZN to advance science, technology studies
	Posted by | technology
	The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has launched a unique science and engineering training institute, the Moses Kotane Institute, to improve science and technology fields in the province.

12-DEC-08·	Using technology to help the recruitment process
	Posted by | technology
	Using technology can help you expand your candidate pool and reduce the time that it takes to hire. Dan Engel, regional sales manager at Polycom, tells you what you need to know.

11-DEC-08·	SA, Finland support biosciences in SADC
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa and Finland have signed a cooperation agreement to support biosciences projects in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Science and Technology Minister, Mosibudi Mangena signed the Finnish-Southern African partnership (BioFISA) with Finnish Ambassador Heikki Tuunanen in Pretoria.

11-DEC-08·	Science, Technology Desk to benefit SADC
	Posted by | technology
	The newly launched Southern African Development Community (SADC) Science, Technology and Innovation Desk will ensure that the region benefits from the global pool of scientific knowledge.

27-NOV-08·	Market in dire need of business skills
	Posted by | technology
	When thinking of IT training companies tend to focus on the strictly technical areas. But On-Site Training's Richard Rayne has identified a substantial need for skills that cover the entire spectrum of professional business management. On-Site Training are running a special offer on their Certified Business Professional courses to meet this demand.

26-NOV-08·	Pay rising in the contact centre industry
	Posted by | technology
	Growth in the contact centre industry has been so phenomenal that Kelly conducted its annual Contact Centre Survey to reveal the trends and salary opportunities across predominantly three specialised industries: Banking, Information Technology and Telecommunications.

20-NOV-08·	SA must welcome intl aid in IT initiatives
	Posted by | technology
	Speaking at the opening of the Research and Development Service Centre at the Belgian IT Varsity in Pretoria, the deputy minister said South Africa can make much better use of technology to empower individuals and to promote economic growth while reducing inequality.

18-NOV-08·	SA must intensify its efforts to build high-end skills
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa should intensify its efforts to build high-end skills to translate research findings into economic outcomes, says Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena. The government has recently finalised a Science, Engineering and Technology Human Capital Strategy to intensify its efforts to build-end skills in the country.

06-NOV-08·	DTI to host 2008 Technology Awards
	Posted by | technology
	Individuals and organisations who have consistently advanced and promoted technology in South Africa are to be recognised at the 2008 Technology Awards. The purpose of the awards is to alert the general public, and specifically the youth, entrepreneurs, and business community, to the benefits of using technology to improve the competitiveness of enterprises, within the local and global arena.

05-NOV-08·	SA moves from analogue to digital broadcasting
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa enters a new broadcasting era when the country officially converts its television broadcasting signals from analogue to digital technology. The digital signal will be officially switched-on on 1 November 2008 and the analogue will be switched-off on 1 November 2011.

05-NOV-08·	Labour minister to donate to computer centre
	Posted by | technology
	The unique Mzingazi Computer Training Centre, run by people with disabilities in KwaZulu-Natal, will this week receive a computer center worth R500 000 from Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana. According to the Department of Labour, the minister’s handing over of the cheque will enhance the centre’s reputation as the area’s longstanding provider of technological and other related skills to its largely unemployed community.

29-OCT-08·	Matric exams kicks off with practical, non-official languages
	Posted by | technology
	After year-long preparations, the 2008 matric examination kicked off on Wednesday morning. A total of 13 non-official languages and practical subjects are to be written throughout the week.

23-OCT-08·	Rural learners to benefit from mobile science lab
	Posted by | technology
	Schools in the deep rural areas of Vuwani with little or no science infrastructure are set to benefit from a mobile science laboratory. Nissan South Africa (SA) will hand over a mobile science laboratory to the University of Venda’s (Univen) Foundation Science Centre in Vuwani Township, Limpopo. Univen established the Science Centre with the aim of helping develop local learners at the Tshimbupfe, Mugoidwa, Ratshikwekwete, Lwenzhe, Muthurwana, Davhana, Kolokoshani, Ramauba schools, among others.

21-OCT-08·	IDC adopts 15 Dinaledi schools
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation has pledged over R7-million to support the Education Department's Dinaledi schools programme, which is dedicated to improving mathematics and science education in the country. The IDC has adopted 15 schools, and has pledged to support each with R100 000 over the next three years, reports Southafrica.info.

08-OCT-08·	Telkom rolls out its own 3G network
	Posted by | technology
	South African telecoms company Telkom will over the next month deploy its own third generation (3G) wireless network across the country. This will bring the fixed-line operator closer to providing its customers with fully converged information communication technology solutions, reports Southafrica.info.

03-OCT-08·	SA to unveil Africa’s first electric car in Paris
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister, Mosibudi Mangena, will preside over the unveiling of Africa’s first locally developed electric car at the Paris Motor Show in France. Named “Joule”, the ultra sleek zero-emission car is Africa’s answer to climate change.

17-SEP-08·	Gauteng science, maths learners win big
	Posted by | technology
	The Smart Young Mindz competition is aimed at stimulating interest in young learners to study in the fields of maths, science and technology, reports the Gauteng Provincial Government.

17-SEP-08·	SA sends over R16bn on research, experimental development
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa has spent at least R16.5 billion on research and experimental development (R&D) in the 2006/07 financial year; an indication that the country is progressing towards a knowledge-based economy.

17-SEP-08·	Accsys at the forefront of global growth in HR and payroll
	Posted by | technology
	The level of innovation around payroll administration and HR environment is growing at a phenomenal rate and South African companies have a real opportunity to enhance competency in this mission-critical business discipline.

03-SEP-08·	PetroSA must begin exploiting Venezuelan oil reserves
	Posted by | technology
	Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez says the Petroleum, Oil and Gas Corporation of South Africa (PetroSA) should begin exploiting his country’s oil reserves, which are the largest in the world.

29-AUG-08·	Mozambican computer assembly plant ready for operation
	Posted by | technology
	Sahara Computers, together with the Mozambican government, has confirmed that work on the planned computer assembly plant is expected to be completed by September 2008.

28-AUG-08·	Innovation in technology stimulates economic growth
	Posted by | technology
	Innovation in the world of science and technology is important in stimulating shared economic growth, says Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka.

18-AUG-08·	New centre to unlock SA’s aerospace industry
	Posted by | technology
	The Centurion Aerospace Village (CAV) will be opened ushering in a new era in aero-structure engineering and manufacturing for South Africa.

05-AUG-08·	Expo promotes indigenous knowledge
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has said he hopes the Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) Expo 2008 will highlight the tremendous innovations occurring in IKS in South Africa as well as satisfy the growing demand for information.

04-AUG-08·	Accsys launches the best in biometric business building software
	Posted by | technology
	The company has established a firm reputation in the market for its leadership in card/tag-based biometric clocking systems that work in conjunction with fingerprint technology, in the biometric verification clocks which have been on the market for some years.

30-JUL-08·	Signing of agreement on PhD programme
	Posted by | technology
	Ethiopia's Ministry of Education and the University of South Africa (UNISA) signed an agreement that will enable the latter to launch PhD programmes through videoconferencing.

29-JUL-08·	e-Learning centres established in KwaZulu-Natal
	Posted by | technology
	Minister for the Public Service and Administration (DPSA), Ms Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, together with the State Information Technology Agency (SITA) and its partners from the information and communications technology (ICT) industry, launched two e-learning centres at Buhlebemfundo Secondary and Albini High School in Durban.

15-JUL-08·	Unique skills venture helps elevate rural community
	Posted by | technology
	A unique skills empowerment pilot project, conceived two years ago, has enabled the remote Ntabankulu rural folk in the Eastern Cape to boast engineers, information technology specialists and even seasoned rural administrators among their own.

02-JUL-08·	New technology to detect drug resistant TB sooner
	Posted by | technology
	A newly launched Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis tool is to help the country’s health system to be able to diagnose drug resistant TB within seven days compared to the one currently used, which takes several months

01-JUL-08·	Science students who excel to be recognised at Olympiad
	Posted by | technology
	Learners who outperform their peers in science will be recognised at the 44th National Science Olympiad awards ceremony. The countrywide science competition is made up of questions that are curriculum-based and includes learners’ general knowledge on science and technology.

23-JUN-08·	Networking and the great mobile shake-up
	Posted by | technology
	Mobile & wireless technology has the strength to break whatever barriers to entry that may still exist within the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector at large. But there is never growth without some pain, never progress without sacrifice and one has to consider the bare facts before jumping on the popular technology bandwagon.

17-JUN-08·	Award for chemical industries Seta
	Posted by | technology
	A merit award was conferred on the chemical industries Seta, Chieta, in recognition of consistent attainment of a standard of excellence in the practice of co-operative education. The award was received by Rajen Naidoo, Regional Manager of KZN/E Cape, on behalf of Chieta at the “Co-Operative Education@work” conference, held recently in Durban.

17-JUN-08·	The move towards single device personal computing
	Posted by | technology
	Judging by the latest advancements in the production of mobile & wireless hardware and the increased level of functionality, it is clear that manufacturers targeting the global mobile and wireless market are moving rapidly towards the launch of all-in-one devices.

09-JUN-08·	Mobile workforce: a future-proof business strategy
	Posted by | technology
	According to Datamonitor, remote “at-home” agents will increase to constitute 7.5 percent of the total contact centre agent workforce by 2009. Two key factors are driving this trend. First, over the past few years, the contact centre industry has gained enough experience with remote agents to define best practices and quantify the benefits

09-JUN-08·	South Africa, Malawi to discuss bilateral trade
	Posted by | technology
	Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad will attend a two-day session of the South Africa/Malawi Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) this week to strengthen bilateral programmes of cooperation with Malawi.

03-JUN-08·	Annex, BenQ tunes into digital market opportunities
	Posted by | technology
	Annex Distribution, local supplier of ICT building blocks to key market segments, has underlined the value of its partnership with BenQ, global provider of digital lifestyle solutions, in adding value to its market and leveraging off emerging trends within the booming digital lifestyle sector.

19-MAY-08·	Higher education receives an additional R246m
	Posted by | technology
	Presenting her budget, Education Minister Naledi Pandor said one of the ways the department sought to give practical expression to the objective of a better life, was to pursue greater access, transformation and quality in the higher education system.

06-MAY-08·	Science Week to encourage youth to pursue science
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena will officially open the National Science Week (NSW) aimed at persuading the youth to pursue careers in the science field.

29-APR-08·	Wanted: 800 IT graduates to be E-Cadres
	Posted by | technology
	The Communications Department is currently recruiting 800 IT graduates to be part of their flagship youth service programme - E-Cadre. The graduates, from a range of IT specialities, will provide support for a range of IT users in government and civil settings.

23-APR-08·	Effective IT solutions can put the wheels of business in motion
	Posted by | technology
	The integration of information technology infrastructure can either make or break a business. This is particularly true of the automotive industry says Mynhardt Oosthuizen, operations director at eliance, a national provider of comprehensive business solutions targeting this extensive and competitive marketplace.

16-APR-08·	Indigenous knowledge systems body to be unveiled
	Posted by | technology
	An advisory body to advise government on the importance of protecting Indigenous Knowledge Systems, is to be unveiled by Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena.

15-APR-08·	Call centres help to keep motor retail service running
	Posted by | technology
	Call centre operations and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) within the motor retail industry has kept up with the pace of technology adoption and integration in the marketplace. This mission-critical area of business represents the cog that keeps the trade wheel turning within the automotive industry.

09-APR-08·	Innovation project uses cell phones to teach maths
	Posted by | technology
	An innovative cell phone based programme aimed at improving maths performance is being piloted in two schools in the North West Province.The pilot project known as “M4Girls” uses Nokia 6300 cell phones that are pre-loaded with educational material to help improve the mathematics performance of Grade 10 learners. The project is an official world first for Nokia .

02-APR-08·	e-Skills Academy uses Integr8 IT to enhance its technical capability
	Posted by | technology
	The e-Skills Academy of South Africa (Pty) Ltd., an independent training organization that provides internationally accredited ICT courses and professional qualifications, has completed the installation of advanced ICT infrastructure to keep up with an increase in demand from the market.

31-MAR-08·	Entrepreneurial gem inspired by his grandfather
	Posted by | technology
	Ajay Lalloo, inspired by his grandfather’s disability, exploited a gap in the cell phone market some 12 years ago to become one of South Africa's true entrepreneurial gems, writes Michael Appel.

29-MAR-08·	SA launches nook on development book
	Posted by | technology
	The importance of creating a knowledge-based economy, retaining skilled professionals and using technology as an education tool, has been highlighted by the launch of the Knowledge for Africa’s Development Book.

12-MAR-08·	Sahara’s long term plan to digitize schools
	Posted by | technology
	Sahara Computers has increased its ongoing contribution to the South African education sector with confirmation of a long-term, multi-phase project to fully digitize schools in Gauteng.

10-MAR-08·	Cuban engineers to impart skills in North West
	Posted by | technology
	Cuban engineers have arrived in the North West province to help fast track infrastructure service delivery and to empower their technological skills to local residents.

05-MAR-08·	Use software to drive hard sales in business
	Posted by | technology
	Technology’s role as a catalyst for change in business, and to improve levels of service and quality end product, is particularly evident within areas such as HR and payroll administration.

05-MAR-08·	SMEs are forced to adapt to changeable IT conditions
	Posted by | technology
	Businesses within the growing small-to-medium space are under pressure to adapt general modus operandi and business models to suit new conditions in the IT market

27-FEB-08·	Africa’s international arrivals up 44 million
	Posted by | technology
	International arrivals to African totalled 846 million in 2006, representing an additional 44 million arrivals over the preceding year with the same growth imminent for 2007

26-FEB-08·	Sarkozy must highlight aid in SA visit
	Posted by | technology
	International humanitarian body Oxfam, has welcomed French President Nikolas Sarkozy’s visit to South Africa, urging he use it as an opportunity to reaffirm France’s commitment to spend 0.7 percent of its Gross national Product (GNP) on aid by 2012.

21-FEB-08·	Coega budgets R110 mil developing skills
	Posted by | technology
	The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has secured over R110 million for skills development programmes, as part of its job creation campaign for investment projects in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ).

20-FEB-08·	Broadband, wide implications
	Posted by | technology
	There is no doubt that broadband has become an obvious reality and inextricable part of digital communications in the modern workplace

20-FEB-08·	Govt budgets R2 billion to alternative energy
	Posted by | technology
	The global movement towards the generation of green power is greater then ever, and as such, government is committing R2 billion to alternative energy initiatives over the next three years

07-FEB-08·	Presidential golf meet to raise R10m for students
	Posted by | technology
	The Eighth Annual Presidential Address Golf Challenge is expected to raise R10 million, which will be donated to benefit the county’s students. The Trust funds the university education of students in the fields of Science, Technology and Economics.

06-FEB-08·	Pandor condemns violence at Durban campus
	Posted by | technology
	The Minister of Education, Naledi Pandor, has condemned violence during student protests at the Durban University of Technology (DUT). Students are protesting over registration fees, demanding that they be registered without paying the previous academic year's fees and that their debt be rolled over.

31-JAN-08·	World class PC skills for education officials
	Posted by | technology
	Staff at the Western Cape Education Department are to receive an internationally recognised computer training course

29-JAN-08·	MBA in emergent market top five
	Posted by | technology
	The University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) full-time MBA programme has, for the fourth consecutive year, been ranked in the Financial Times of London’s Global MBA Top 100,

21-JAN-08·	World Economic Forum Chair highlights Africa
	Posted by | technology
	Ahead of the annual World Economic Forum meeting, the current WEF chair has highlighted Africa’s development as among the issues to be addressed at the five day event

17-JAN-08·	Annex buffs up server offering ahead of 2008
	Posted by | technology
	Annex Distribution, official local distribution partner to Intel Corporation, in conjunction with its international technology vendor partner, Intel, has enhanced its current stock levels of server infrastructure for the local market.

15-JAN-08·	KwaZulu-Natal offers 120 teaching bursaries
	Posted by | technology
	The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has offered at least 120 students bursaries to further their studies at tertiary institutions, in order to become teachers.

10-JAN-08·	North West learners receive 148 bursaries
	Posted by | technology
	About 148 bursaries are to be given to pupils in the North West province who performed well in 2007.

08-JAN-08·	Clinton initiative helps Joburg become green
	Posted by | technology
	The Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI) has committed funds and technical support to help Johannesburg become an energy-efficient, environmentally friendly city, writes Southafrica.info

05-DEC-07·	IT giant, property group’s multimillion Rand Waverly Gauteng investment
	Posted by | technology
	Integr8 IT, South Africa’s largest privately owned national BEE-Information Technology network integration and infrastructure management specialist, together with Auction Alliance, a national auction group and property specialist, have taken occupation of prime commercial property in Gauteng.

30-NOV-07·	Innovation central to Africa’s Renaissance
	Posted by | technology
	Technology and innovation is imperative to the success of initiatives aimed at reconstruction and development within Africa. Socio-economic programs, such as the state-backed New Partnership for Africa Development (NEPAD), have some degree of dependence on connectivity and infrastructure.

27-NOV-07·	SA cell phone banking on the rise
	Posted by | technology
	Cell phone banking in South Africa has more than doubled in one year and usage is to climb even more sharply in the coming year

26-NOV-07·	Plan to pump up graduate numbers
	Posted by | technology
	The education department plans to increase the university student population to 820 000 by 2010, 82 000 more students than in 2005. It also plans to increase the number of graduates from 120 000 to 150 000 a year by 2010.

20-NOV-07·	SA, Japan to promote energy conservation
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will see the two countries working together to promote energy conservation

20-NOV-07·	ICT crucial to Africa’s development
	Posted by | technology
	Speaking at the annual African ICT Achievers Awards, Mauritius Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Etienne Sinatambou said one of the key challenges facing Africa was the lack of collaboration of African governments

20-NOV-07·	Integr8 IT, Africa’s Innovator of 2007
	Posted by | technology
	Integr8 IT, South Africa’s largest privately owned national BEE ICT network integration and infrastructure management specialist, has been named as the continent’s ‘Most Innovative ICT company of 2007’

12-NOV-07·	PhD project to strengthen corporate sectors
	Posted by | technology
	A South African Post-higher Degree (PhD) Project is to strengthen the corporate and higher education sectors by increasing the numbers and diversity of appropriately skilled professionals.

06-NOV-07·	People first, then technology
	Posted by | technology
	Information & Communication Technology (ICT) companies continue to place a premium on recruiting the best skills available -

05-NOV-07·	SA, DRC labour ministries to improve ties
	Posted by | technology
	Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana on Friday accepted an official invitation to visit the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of improving working relations between his Ministry and that of the DRC.

02-NOV-07·	More than 1,500 colleges benefit from the Oracle Academy Program
	Posted by | technology
	Over 195,000 students and teachers in 59 countries now have access to vital business and technology skills training.

29-OCT-07·	HR, payroll at the forefront of trade increase in Africa
	Posted by | technology
	Technology is at the heart of business expansion in Africa. So claims Teryl Schroenn, MD at Accsys, who says that the continued integration of infrastructure designed to improve human resource operations within companies is an ongoing trend and catalyst for socio-economic change. Opportunities are expected to materialize in the form of job creation, skills development, foreign investment and business lead generation.

16-OCT-07·	Faxing your way to a paperless, eco-friendly office
	Posted by | technology
	The influence of Information & Communication Technology and infrastructure on the physical environment is certainly not a new topic of discussion. However, it is interesting to note the extent to which manufacturers are now considering this aspect of trade in product supply and distribution.

16-OCT-07·	Dinaledi schools on track, says dept
	Posted by | technology
	The Dinaledi schools project is on course to increase the mathematics and science skills pool in the country, said Director General at the Department of Education Duncan Hindle.

15-OCT-07·	SA preps to host second IBSA Summit
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa will be hosting the second India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Heads of State summit this week, where several agreements on cooperation in strategic areas will be signed.

05-OCT-07·	SA's top innovators to be awarded
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa's top innovators are to be awarded for their accomplishments as the most innovative people.

04-OCT-07·	Face IT… there are risks to engaging social networks
	Posted by | technology
	The Information Technology security market has been dominated recently with debate over the success and intensity of consumer response to the social interactive websites such as Facebook.com.

02-OCT-07·	Space activities have improved everyday life
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena says space activities have always had a positive and beneficial impact on everyday life. The minister said despite the high costs of space activities, there are tremendous returns in terms of job creation, technological know-how and scientific knowledge and space spin-offs.

02-OCT-07·	Channeling your fax through to e-mail makes sense
	Posted by | technology
	The market is beginning to realize the benefits of investing in fax-to-email solutions and this bodes well for companies and the effectiveness of their external communication strategies. There is a lot more to a credible, well developed fax-to-email solution than simply technology that allows for faxes to be converted and sent/ received as e-mail.

01-OCT-07·	Local govt increases broadband use
	Posted by | technology
	Local government has slowly started to increase its use of broadband and wireless technologies. This is according to research findings released by ICT research house ForgeAhead at the Information Communication Technology (ICT) in Provincial and Local Government Conference. The theme of this year's event, currently underway, is "Accelerating Service Delivery through to 2010 and Beyond."

25-SEP-07·	Corporate Email Archiving Compliancy – on demand
	Posted by | technology
	Corporate South Africa continues to grapple with legislation governing the management of electronic information, including storage, backup, archiving, retention and retrieval, and balance the need for compliance alongside that of cost, service and productivity. Non-compliance carries with it substantial penalties whilst persistent, unchecked pressure on resources can cripple a business.

23-SEP-07·	Public must protect their intellectual property
	Posted by | technology
	The Innovation Fund has launched a campaign to assist South Africans patent research findings and ideas that could be translated into viable business opportunities. Researchers at publicly-funded institutions in particular are being helped by the Fund’s Intellectual Property Management, to patent viable research findings.

21-SEP-07·	Digital sleuths unravel mysteries in storage, backup
	Posted by | technology
	Cyber Detectives, a division of Carrick Holdings, local provider of IT system security, solutions and services, has reaffirmed its commitment to its partnership with global IT security solutions provider, Symantec, and the focus of the relationship in addressing demands related to information management, storage and back-up.

18-SEP-07·	Unified messaging, convergence & mobility – it’s that way or the highway
	Posted by | technology
	Still communicating via different devices? Robert Sussman explains that the technology that enables companies to run e-mail, voice mail and faxes from one centralized location simultaneously is both readily available and cost-effective.

05-SEP-07·	Pandor sets challenges for FET Colleges
	Posted by | technology
	The FET College sector has been placed in the limelight as one of the possible answers to the national skills shortage

29-AUG-07·	Honours for top SA researchers
	Posted by | technology
	A group of 19 of the country’s eminent researchers in various fields are to be recognised for their efforts and bestowed with awards. The National Research Foundation (NRF) will honour the scholars at their annual NRF Presidents Awards, which will be attended by dignitaries including Minister of Science and Technology Mosibudi Mangena.

13-AUG-07·	Excellence through diversity
	Posted by | technology
	Diversity positively impacts on organizations, including institutions of learning, explains GIMT head Sipho Seepe. He highlights the US as a country that has benefitted from the many diverse cultures that comprise its talent base. Business Schools too, will benefit from embracing diversity.

08-AUG-07·	Is IT it?
	Posted by | technology
	In this Technological age, it is not a surprise to see how many people are currently being employed in the IT sector. The incredible rate of change, allied to the demanding and innovative environment and good salary options make this a popular career option.

14-JUN-07·	Increased awareness on ICT’s role in development
	Posted by | technology
	A greater awareness of the importance of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Africa’s development seems to be developing amongst the continent’s people and organisations. This is reflected in the number and quality of nominations from many African countries to participate in the 2007 African ICT Achievers Awards.

30-MAY-07·	SA spending on research and development up by R4.5 billion
	Posted by | technology
	National spending on Research and Development (R&D) has increased dramatically by about R4.5 billion over the past five years, the Minister of Science and Technology, Mosibudi Mangena has said.

28-MAY-07·	Free-fax-to-email service – The FAX speaks for itself
	Posted by | technology
	Integr8 FAX, a member of the Integr8 Group housing Integr8 IT, South Africa’s largest privately BEE owned national Information Technology network integration and infrastructure management specialist, is helping to improve the efficiency of ICT infrastructure within the business, government and education sectors.

23-MAY-07·	Next Generation Network in place for 2010
	Posted by | technology
	Government is improving its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure to deliver efficient services ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Public Service and Administration Minister Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi announced a Next Generation Network (NGN) would replace the current Government Common Core Network (GCCN).

18-MAY-07·	Youth need more access to information technology
	Posted by | technology
	United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has urged policymakers and industry leaders to work with young people to give them access to Information and Communications Technology (ICT). In his message of support for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day Mr Ban said in many instances, young people were the driving force behind innovation in the development and use of new technologies.

18-MAY-07·	Integr8 IT supports local crime prevention initiative
	Posted by | technology
	Integ8 IT, South Africa’s largest privately-owned national Information Technology network integration and infrastructure management specialist, has sponsored IT infrastructure towards the Savoy Waverly Active Protection (SWAP) crime-fighting initiative.

16-MAY-07·	SA to spend about R5 billion on 2010 World Cup ICTs
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa will spend between R2 billion to R5 billion on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastracture required to host a successful 2010 FIFA World Cup.

09-MAY-07·	National science week aimed at youths
	Posted by | technology
	The 2007 National Science Week (NSW) launched Monday ahead of the actual event is aimed at persuading the youth to pursue careers in the science field. The annual week-long event from 12 to 19 May is themed “Tomorrow’s Science and Technology are in our youth’s hands.”

18-APR-07·	Use ICTs to alleviate poverty, says Mbeki
	Posted by | technology
	Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) should be used to develop the brainpower needed to pull Africa out of poverty, says President Thabo Mbeki. Addressing the unveiling of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (Nepad) e-Schools Demonstration Project Tuesday, President Mbeki explained the project aimed to change the continent for the better.

18-FEB-07·	Mpumalanga set to benefit from Digital Doorway ICT project
	Posted by | technology
	Computer literacy in Barberton, Mpumalanga, is set to improve even further with the opening of another Information and Communication Technology (ICT) facility at eMjindini Public Library. The public library already boasts a digital village with 17 computers linked to the Internet. Adding a component such as the Digital Doorway is envisioned to boost computer literacy there.

13-FEB-07·	SA’s low orbit satellite set to be launched in May
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister, Mosibudi Mangena, says the SUMBANDILAsat, set to be launched in May, is “the first but certainly not the last” satellite the country will launch. the frequency of such launches would also increase. South Africa, he said, was technically ready for this. Mangena added that the country was also in discussions with other countries on the continent regarding an African constellation of satellites.

31-JAN-07·	Science and technology vital for a competitive economy
	Posted by | technology
	South Africa has identified science, technology and innovation as important pillars of backing a competitive economy, Deputy Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom said. Speaking at the South Africa-Chile Intergovernmental seminar in Pretoria, Mr Hanekom said the importance of these aspects was necessitated by the distorted economy inherited in 1994.

22-NOV-06·	IT security market will be tighter in 2007
	Posted by | technology
	Consumers of technology – end users to mobile professionals - should prepare themselves for a more active and intense IT security environment in 2007. Society is more aware of digital threats and the need for IT security than it has been in the past. People understand the need to protect systems, infrastructure and products against ever-present and increasingly sophisticated threats.

06-NOV-06·	Technology essential to address higher learning challenges
	Posted by | technology
	Education Minister Naledi Pandor has highlighted the importance of new technologies to address the numerous challenges that face higher education worldwide. The minister said teaching institutions had to change their modes of operation to deliver knowledge speedily and effectively. "In particular, higher-education institutions have to take advantage of the development of new technologies", she said.

25-OCT-06·	Science minister tours govt-funded projects
	Posted by | technology
	Minister of Science and Technology Mosibudi Mangena has seen the fruits of government support towards science innovation, after visiting three projects in the Western Cape which have been funded by the Innovation Fund. The Innovation Fund is a departmental instrument designed to catalyse technological advances.

13-SEP-06·	Empowering rural communities through ICT
	Posted by | technology
	Members of rural communities will have a chance to empower themselves through Information and Communication Technology on Open Source Software Freedom Day when computer programmes that can be freely copied and distributed to the public.

15-AUG-06·	Jansen takes over control of Durban University of Technology
	Posted by | technology
	The Minister of Education has, on the advice of an independent assessor, appointed Professor J Jansen, Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Pretoria as Administrator of the Durban University of Technology. The appointment has lead to protest action from students at the institution.

30-MAY-06·	R1,2bn to stimulate research and development
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has outlined the 2006/7 budget allocation for his department, which has seen an inflow of R1,2 billion of new money for the country's publicly funded science and technology (s&t) system.

15-MAR-06·	Pandor wants ICT in all 26 000 schools
	Posted by | technology
	Education Minister Naledi Pandor says she is relying on the assistance of the business community in her efforts to get the latest ICT technology and internet bandwidth in all of South Africa's schools.

15-MAR-06·	SA strengthens science, technology pact with Flanders
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has presided over a South Africa/Flanders bilateral cooperation workshop, part of the celebration of the 10th anniversary of science and technology research collaboration between the two governments.

08-MAR-06·	All hail the quiet, diplomatic leader
	Posted by | technology
	Lesley Boddington from GIMT explores the new concept of a Level 5 leader, that person that is a paradox in itself – a combination of personal humility driven by professional will.

03-FEB-06·	Moves to boost skills in space science
	Posted by | technology
	The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Alcatel Alenia Space France will work together to enhance the country’s skills profile in space science.

18-JAN-06·	Labour Dept inspectors get hi-tech support
	Posted by | technology
	Labour Department inspectors have turned to cutting edge technology to assist them in enforcing labour legislation. They have been equipped with mini computers with internet access which they hope will dramatically improve their enforcement work.

14-SEP-05·	Minister considers Walter Sisulu University changes
	Posted by | technology
	The Minister of Education is considering the recommendations of a report compiled by Mamphele Ramphela into the future configuration of the Walter Sisulu University of Technology in the Eastern Cape.

17-AUG-05·	More Maths and Science schools on the way
	Posted by | technology
	Government is to increase the number of schools in the country that teach Mathematics, Science and Technology from 102 to 529 next year as part of its strategy to produce 50 000 Grade 12 students in these subjects by 2008.

13-JUL-05·	Mangena calls for more women role models
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena says the lack of role models for young girls has contributed to women being under-represented in the upper echelons of scientific careers.

05-JUL-05·	Not enough learners taking maths & science
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has expressed concern over the low number of high school learners taking and passing Mathematics and Science subjects.

21-JUN-05·	Mangena calls for science researchers
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has urged for the development of a critical mass of science researchers to respond to the country's social and economic challenges.

07-JUN-05·	SA, Lesotho strengthen sci-tech ties
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena and his Lesotho counterpart Motsoahae Thabane have signed an agreement to strengthen bilateral relations.

17-MAY-05·	New institution promoting use of technology
	Posted by | technology
	Communications Minister Ivy Matsepe-Casaburri has launched an institute to facilitate national economic development based on information and communication technology.

07-APR-05·	Call for more investment in research, development
	Posted by | technology
	Science and Technology Minister Mosibudi Mangena has emphasised the need for government and the private sector to channel more funds into research and development in the country.

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