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Anticipating a Major Briefing in the Department for Communications and Digital Technologies

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The Department for Communications and Digital Technologies is excitedly anticipating a comprehensive briefing to the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies. The briefing will focus on financial outcomes and reporting for the third and fourth quarters of the 2023/24 fiscal year and will be held virtually. The meeting will cover exciting advancements in AI, legislative developments, and operational realignments. The event highlights South Africa’s commitment to progress, technological innovation, and transparency.

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Africa Communications Week 2023: Shaping the Continent’s Narrative and Celebrating Innovation

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Africa Communications Week is an annual event that brings together communication professionals and thought leaders from 20 African countries to discuss innovative ways of shaping the continent’s narrative. This year’s event was hosted by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) in partnership with Freedom Park under the theme “Agenda 2063, The Africa We Want.”

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Embracing AI in South Africa’s Education System: An Overview

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South Africa recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform the country’s education system and support the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). The country has made considerable progress in using AI to improve communication between students, educators, researchers, and institutions. However, some stakeholders are defensive about AI, while others embrace its potential.

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Driving Digital Transformation in Africa: Insights from Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference

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The Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference recently took place in Cape Town, bringing together key stakeholders from across the tech industry. The event aimed to explore new business opportunities in the African Tech industry and discuss the latest trends, insights, and best practices. One of the key topics discussed at the conference was the Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa (20202030).