Satellite internet education outperforms

Disruption to education was widespread in 2020 with generally very mixed outcomes as parents and communities struggled to provide the tools – and internet access – for learning to continue online. An exception was Khula Education, an NGO operating among 15...

Threats impacting education cyber security

The threat landscape is continuously evolving with the adoption of innovative technology to meet vast demands. By Renee Tarun, deputy CISO/vice-president: information security at Fortinet This is especially true in the education sector. As academic institutions adopt...

Programme aims to train software developers

Microsoft and the Gauteng Department of e-Government have partnered to implement the Gauteng Azure Training programme in collaboration with Andela and Geekulcha. The partnership aims to upskill developers in the province through an immersive programme where selected...

IBM, Junior Achievement expand access to digital skills

IBM and Junior Achievement (JA) South Africa have announced the Open P-TECH for Africa program which will provide South Africa’s youth with skills relevant to the digital era and marketplace. As the Covid-19 pandemic leads to an unprecedented shift to online...

Girl students to explore various careers in technology

GirlCode’s Virtual Career Day will be hosted on Monday, 8 March 2021 in celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day that is themed #ChooseToChallenge. The career days are part of the numerous offerings that the non-profit extends to its beneficiaries and were...

MTN rewards top matriculants with laptops

MTN has joined the Department of Basic Education and provincial education departments in congratulating matriculants across the country for their hard work and dedication in the face of unbelievable odds. As a reward for their efforts and stellar results, MTN...