Videoconferencing system gives victims a voice

Jul 28, 2014

The Department of Correctional Services is rolling out a R10-million videoconferencing (VC) system to enable victims of crime to have a voice in parole hearings. “It is imperative that victims be prepared, and be involved, when the perpetrators are being considered for placement on parole,” says spokesperson Zach Modise.

Spotlight on SA-made solar-powered computer

Jul 28, 2014

A locally-developed solar-powered computer has come under the spotlight. Specifically designed for African conditions, the technology is affordable and not vulnerable to an erratic electricity supply.

Africa lags Western Europe in PC spend

Jul 28, 2014

Sales of PC systems, including desktops, notebooks, netbooks and workstations, increased by an impressive 20,2% through Western European distribution markets for Q2 2014 compared to Q2 2013, following a much-welcomed return to growth in the first quarter of the year....

Financial management in Gauteng spotlight

Jul 28, 2014

MEC for Finance Barbara Creecy has vowed to strengthen financial management in the province, deal decisively with incidents of fraud and corruption, and pay suppliers on time to support Premier Makhura’s vision of radical transformation of the public sector. Briefing...

Adapt IT looking to higher earnings

Jul 28, 2014

Adapt IT Holdings has published a trading statement alerting shareholders to increased earnings for the year ended 30 June 2014. The company issued the statement this morning, with earnings per share expected to increase by between 50% and 60%, from the 22,25 cents...