... that is evolving faster than many institutions can manage. The incident is significant far beyond South Africa. Across the world, governments are scrambling to build rules around generative AI as the technology reshapes finance, healthcare, education, cybersecurity, manufacturing and public administration. But South Africa's policy collapse now shows a growing global problem: authorities trying to govern AI are increasingly vulnerable ...

... Discovery Institute at the University of the Witwatersrand. It includes experts in AI research, law, governance, and digital policy, among them Prof Vukosi Marivate, Prof Alison Gillwald, Bowman's partner Heather Irvine, Dr Tshepo Feela, cybersecurity expert Jabu Mtsweni, and cyber lawyer Lufuno Tshikalange. With the revised framework only expected to be opened for public comment in January 2027, South Africa ...

... long-term sovereign innovation capability. Historically, defence investment has played a catalytic role in technological advancement and industrial development across the world. Many technologies that today underpin civilian economies, including the internet, GPS, advanced communications, aerospace engineering, autonomous systems, and cybersecurity architectures, emerged from defence-driven research and development ecosystems. South Africa once possessed a globally respected defence innovation and industrial capability. ...

... of Altron's operating profit, offsetting weakness in legacy IT services and positioning Altron as a major player in South Africa's digitisation push. Altron, formerly Allied Electronics Corporation, is one of South Africa's largest homegrown technology groups, providing services spanning vehicle telematics, fintech infrastructure, healthcare systems, cybersecurity and enterprise digital solutions. "We have delivered a strong full-year result in FY26, with ...

... strengthen digital capabilities, the industry is laying the groundwork for greater resilience, operational efficiency, and long-term competitiveness. These efforts reflect South Africa's broader ambition to position itself as a leading financial innovation hub across the African continent while ensuring financial services remain accessible, secure, and future-ready. At the same time, this rapid evolution highlights critical priorities such as strengthening cybersecurity ...

... their platforms." She said this should include AI content branding, making it clear to users when images, videos, audio, or text were created using artificial intelligence. Ntshavheni also said the policy should prohibit the broadcasting of fake and misleading news about South Africa. "In the meantime, when the AI policy is being actually written and the Cybersecurity Strategy being finalised, ...

... Policy level, the National AI Policy must compel digital media platforms to disclose the AI-generated content carried on their platforms (AI content branding) and prohibit the broadcasting of Fake and Misleading News about South Africa," she said. She added that while the National AI Policy is being drafted and the Cybersecurity Strategy finalised, GCIS will engage digital platform owners on ...

... is laying the foundation for enhanced competitiveness and long-term industrial sustainability. These developments reflect South Africa's broader ambition to strengthen its manufacturing base, increase GDP contribution, create jobs, and position itself as a leading industrial powerhouse across the African continent. At the same time, this industrial evolution highlights urgent priorities such as supply chain optimization, cybersecurity resilience in connected manufacturing ...

... the organisation's ongoing commitment to: Innovation-led healthcare Operational excellence Advancing digital health conversations in South Africa and Africa Continental platform for healthcare leaders The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including healthcare executives, policymakers, digital health specialists and technology providers. Key topics on the agenda include: Artificial intelligence in healthcare Telemedicine Interoperability Cybersecurity Connected care ...

... As South Africa's ICT skills shortage doubles in two years, sustained Level 1 B-BBEE status signals a long-term commitment to building the talent pipeline the sector needs. Johannesburg, South Africa - 26 May 2026 - Westcon-Comstor, a global technology distributor specialising in cybersecurity, networking and hybrid cloud solutions, today announced it has once again achieved a Level 1 Broad-Based Black ...

... that is evolving faster than many institutions can manage. The incident is significant far beyond South Africa. Across the world, governments are scrambling to build rules around generative AI as the technology reshapes finance, healthcare, education, cybersecurity, manufacturing and public administration. But South Africa's policy collapse now shows a growing global problem: authorities trying to govern AI are increasingly vulnerable ...

... The conversation around AI is often dominated by speculation about job losses. Yet this focus distracts from a more immediate and measurable challenge: South African businesses are investing in advanced technologies, but they do not have the critical digital skills, particularly in data, cybersecurity, and software engineering, required to extract value from these investments. This disconnect is already affecting performance, ...

... students, and put in place a remedial path," he said. A major part of the budget will also go towards digital transformation in the post-school education system. Manamela said the department planned to expand online learning at TVET and community colleges, improve digital career guidance services and introduce more programmes linked to artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity and software development. ...

... Discovery Institute at the University of the Witwatersrand. It includes experts in AI research, law, governance, and digital policy, among them Prof Vukosi Marivate, Prof Alison Gillwald, Bowman's partner Heather Irvine, Dr Tshepo Feela, cybersecurity expert Jabu Mtsweni, and cyber lawyer Lufuno Tshikalange. With the revised framework only expected to be opened for public comment in January 2027, South Africa ...

... adaptation. 2. Limited digital competencies Many experienced workers developed their careers in environments where digital technologies played a supporting rather than central role. Today's workplace increasingly requires proficiency in: Digital collaboration platforms. Data analytics. AI-assisted tools. Cloud-based systems. Cybersecurity awareness. 3. Insufficient continuous learning The traditional model of acquiring qualifications early in one's career and relying on them indefinitely is ...

... bomb," Gondwe said. She defended the role of CET colleges and outlined partnerships with private companies, including Microsoft, Google, Takealot and Old Mutual, to improve student employability. Gondwe said the partnership with Google would provide "10 000 scholarships" in fields such as cybersecurity, data analytics and digital marketing. She also confirmed that Takealot was recruiting TVET and CET students for ...

... leading executive platform focused on shaping the future of the continent's digital economy. Hosted in partnership with Sentech as Platinum Sponsor and supported by the City of Cape Town as Host City Partner, the two-day event facilitated critical discussions around infrastructure, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, smart energy systems, and enterprise transformation. This year's conference concluded successfully amid one of ...

... the organisation's ongoing commitment to: Innovation-led healthcare Operational excellence Advancing digital health conversations in South Africa and Africa Continental platform for healthcare leaders The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including healthcare executives, policymakers, digital health specialists and technology providers. Key topics on the agenda include: Artificial intelligence in healthcare Telemedicine Interoperability Cybersecurity Connected care ...

... Rob Godlonton Reunert subsidiary iqbusiness is actively evaluating further technology-sector acquisitions following last week's Silversoft deal, with CEO Rob Godlonton signalling an "active pipeline" targeting AI, cybersecurity, cloud, operational technology and industry-specific tech businesses. The Silversoft acquisition, announced alongside Reunert's interim results on Friday, gives iqbusiness an immediate position in the ERP and professional services automation market through Silversoft's role ...

... systems, teams, and dependencies. The next era of fintech will not be defined by who builds the most, it will be defined by who can deploy safely at speed, operate with fewer dependencies, maintain architectural discipline under pressure, and continuously adapt without increasing risk. In that world, cybersecurity is no longer a gatekeeper, it is the architect. The organisations that ...