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ITWeb, South Africa's leading technology news website and publisher.

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R&D spending in ICT recorded the largest increase in 2024/25, up by R853 million. #R&D #TechR&D itweb.co.za/article/sas-ict-…
SA’s ICT sector records largest increase in R&D spend

SA’s ICT sector records largest increase in R&D spend

Research and development expenditure in ICT recorded the largest increase in 2024/25, according to insights from the latest national R&D survey.

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Lesaka Technologies builds its pending acquisition of Bank Zero into its full-year forecast. #Lesaka #financials #BankZero itweb.co.za/article/lesaka-i…
Lesaka is banking on Bank Zero

Lesaka is banking on Bank Zero

The Nasdaq- and JSE-listed technology group builds its pending acquisition of Bank Zero into its full-year financial forecast.

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Nedbank unveils planned phased national rollout of its participation in Department of Home Affairs’ digital partnership model. #SmartID #PublicSector #HomeAffairs itweb.co.za/article/nedbank-…
Nedbank gears up for smart ID rollout

Nedbank gears up for smart ID rollout

The move supports government’s drive to expand access to smart IDs initially, and subsequently passport services.

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Digital trust starts with secure identity. Join Nomashni Naidoo at ITWeb GRC 2026 on 12 November to explore digital identity, biometrics and privacy governance. Book your place! itweb.co.za/event/grc2026/ #ITWebGRC2026 #DigitalIdentity #DigitalTrust
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IEC identifies growing attempts to scupper elections on social media. #LGE2026 itweb.co.za/article/iec-tool…

IEC tool flags misinformation spread on socials

The commission identifies growing attempts to impugn the integrity of the election process via social media.

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The ITWeb Governance, Risk & Compliance 2026 is South Africa's premier gathering for mastering governance in the AI era. Designed for decision-makers shaping the future of their organisations, the event provides a unique platform Register at www.itweb.co.za/event/grc2026 now!
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The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) is considering whether to issue additional Individual Electronic Communications Network Services (I-ECNS) licences as part of a review of the licensing framework governing. itweb.co.za/article/icasa-ta…
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SA’s new energy vehicle market demonstrates upward momentum and expanding consumer uptake, amid rising fuel bills. #NAAMSA #NewEnergyVehicles itweb.co.za/article/uptick-i…
Uptick in SA’s new energy vehicle market

Uptick in SA’s new energy vehicle market

New energy vehicle sales reached 22 389 in the first nine months of 2026, up from the full-year 2025 total of 16 703, shows NAAMSA data.

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Discovery Insure’s AI driving coach is reducing users’ risky driving by up to 10%, as personalised coaching boosts engagement. #AI #RoadSafety @Discovery_SA itweb.co.za/article/discover…
Discovery uses AI to reduce risky driving

Discovery uses AI to reduce risky driving

Discovery Insure’s Advanced Driving Instructor uses behavioural science, AI and incentives to encourage safer driving.

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Pick n Pay deploys OrderGrid’s AI platform following multi-store pilot that reduced average order-picking times by about 30%. #AI #PicknPay itweb.co.za/article/pick-n-p…
Pick n Pay targets faster online orders with AI

Pick n Pay targets faster online orders with AI

The retailer deploys an AI-powered platform across 720 stores to improve stock visibility and speed up order picking.

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SITA taps dual sector, tech heavyweight Portia Matsena as its new chief digital officer. #SITA #CareerMoves itweb.co.za/article/seasoned…
Seasoned exec named SITA digital officer

Seasoned exec named SITA digital officer

The State Information Technology Agency appoints Portia Matsena, a former Nedbank divisional executive, as its chief digital officer.

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Township fibre can reach 70% uptake within a year but at half the income. #connectivity #networking #fibre itweb.co.za/article/township…
Township fibre can reach 70% uptake

Township fibre can reach 70% uptake

Flexible vouchers, loyalty rewards and impact funding are how one operator plans to reach the households that fibre has yet to connect.

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ICASA is considering whether to issue additional I-ECNS licences as part of a review of the licensing framework governing the telecoms sector. #ICASA #connectivity itweb.co.za/article/icasa-ta…
ICASA takes aim at dormant telecoms licences

ICASA takes aim at dormant telecoms licences

The regulator considers issuing more network licences to boost competition, expand connectivity and tackle new entrant barriers.

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Master data management serves as the foundational trust engine for modern technology initiatives, says InfoBluePrint CEO Bryn Davies. #IndustryInsight #DataManagement itweb.co.za/article/turning-…
Turning data into measurable business value

Turning data into measurable business value

A successful master data management programme must maintain an unbroken thread connecting strategic intent to technical execution.

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National Tender Bulletin: National Department of Land Reform and Rural Development seeks enterprise engineered infrastructure for SA’s deeds registration environment. #ICTtenders #PublicSector itweb.co.za/article/top-ict-…
Top ICT tenders: Deeds registry to get infrastructure upgrade

Top ICT tenders: Deeds registry to get infrastructure upgrade

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development says the critical project will address system challenges.

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Govt eyes digital wallet programme sandbox to test secure payment authorisation across participating systems. #PublicSector #DigitalEconomy #fintech itweb.co.za/article/govt-to-…
Govt to advance SA’s digital wallet programme

Govt to advance SA’s digital wallet programme

The state plans to test secure digital payment authorisation across participating systems by next March.

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New app releases double, but AI-generated software has widespread security vulnerabilities. #AppDevelopment #AI #OpenSource #GenAI itweb.co.za/article/analysis…
ANALYSIS: AI app boom exposes cracks in the code

ANALYSIS: AI app boom exposes cracks in the code

New app releases have doubled, but research into AI-generated software finds widespread security vulnerabilities.

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What does cyber risk mean for your bottom line? Join Alan de Waal-Smit at ITWeb GRC 2026 on 12 November to explore the financial impact of cyber threats and smarter risk-based decision-making. Register now! #ITWebGRC2026 #CyberRisk
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eZAR opens its rand-backed stablecoin to the public and new partners after reaching R303 million in circulation. #eZAR #stablecoins fintech @AVBOBSA itweb.co.za/article/ezar-ope…
eZAR opens rand stablecoin to SA public

eZAR opens rand stablecoin to SA public

The digital currency goes live, allowing partners to offer branded crypto wallets, while sharing returns generated by its money market reserves.

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South African companies are facing an increasing challenge when it comes to finding technology talent. itweb.co.za/article/virtual-…
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