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  1. Luis

    Malatsi announced commitment to finalising policy on Wireless Open Access Networks

    Malatsi announced commitment to finalising policy on Wireless Open Access Networks Communications minister Solly Malatsi has announced that his department was committed to finalising a policy direction on Wireless Open Access Networks (WOANs). In a brief remark during his Budget Vote speech...
  3. Luis

    City of Ekurhuleni missing R1.6 billion after hacking spree

    City of Ekurhuleni missing R1.6 billion after hacking spree The City of Ekurhuleni said it suffered a "digital state of emergency" where R1.6 billion has yet to be recovered after hackers struck the municipality in a long-term cyberattack. A delegation from the city told Parliament on Thursday...
    • Luis
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    • breach city of ekurhuleni cybercrime cybersecurity parliament scopa
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Broadband and IT News
  4. Hanno Labuschagne

    Concerns over knock-on impact of Showmax shutdown

    Concerns over knock-on impact of Showmax shutdown While MultiChoice has been blocked from retrenching any permanent South African employees up to mid-2028, Showmax's discontinuation will likely cost jobs in the local film industry in the near future. The outcome was part of discussions between...
  5. Hanno Labuschagne

    Another twist for the end of TV licences in South Africa

    Another twist for the end of TV licences in South Africa Debates about the future of the SABC TV Licence took a turn on Friday night when the details of plans for a new funding model for South Africa’s public broadcaster were discussed behind closed doors. Communications minister Solly Malatsi...
  6. Hanno Labuschagne

    Three-year validity for all data bundles a bad idea — Mobile networks

    Three-year validity for all data bundles a bad idea — Mobile networks Cell C, MTN, and Vodacom have warned that making all data bundles last three years would remove their ability to create affordable products for lower-income customers and strain their networks. “Mandating that all bundles...
  7. Hanno Labuschagne

    SABC names and shames worst-performing TV channels and radio stations

    SABC names and shames worst-performing TV channels and radio stations Two of the SABC's three main free-to-air channels and eight radio stations are running at a loss, including once prominent platforms like 5FM, Radio 2000, and RSG. The public broadcaster shared these details during an...
  8. Hanno Labuschagne

    The perks of the MP life

    The perks of the MP life In addition to getting entry-level salaries of R1.27 million per year, South African members of Parliament (MPs) enjoy many perks, including a fully furnished house in Cape Town, free electricity and water, dozens of free flights, and reimbursements for fuel and mobile...
  9. Hanno Labuschagne

    SABC board tensions over pre-Parliament meetings with ANC

    SABC board tensions over pre-Parliament meetings with ANC Tension is brewing in the SABC regarding so-called "study group" meetings with ANC MPs preceding its board and management's appearances before Parliament, Sunday Times reports. The publication said there had been a "long-standing...
  10. Hanno Labuschagne

    Ramaphosa authorises SANDF call-up to combat illegal miners

    Ramaphosa authorises SANDF call-up to combat illegal miners South African President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised the deployment of 3,300 soldiers in support of police efforts to curb illegal mining, his office said in a statement on Thursday. The deployment will run until 28 April 2024, and...
  11. Hanno Labuschagne

    SAPO Auditor-General report one of worst ever — DA MP

    SAPO Auditor-General report one of worst ever — DA MP The South African Post Office and Postbank leadership made a presentation to Parliament on Wednesday. They described institutions in disarray and losing money. Members of Parliament excoriated them. Member of Parliament Natasha Mazzone (DA)...
  12. Hanno Labuschagne

    SAPO Auditor-General report one of worst ever — DA MP

    SAPO Auditor-General report one of worst ever — DA MP The South African Post Office and Postbank leadership made a presentation to Parliament on Wednesday. They described institutions in disarray and losing money. Members of Parliament excoriated them. Member of Parliament Natasha Mazzone (DA)...
  13. Hanno Labuschagne

    Brace for taxes — Parliament passes NHI bill

    Brace for taxes — Parliament passes NHI bill South Africa’s National Assembly approved a new law that will pave the way for the introduction of universal health insurance, a plan its critics argue will be financially unsustainable and impossible to implement effectively. The National Health...
  14. Hanno Labuschagne

    Cele may have lied to Parliament about his involvement in illegal spying equipment transaction

    Cele may have lied to Parliament about his involvement in illegal spying equipment transaction South African police minister Bheki Cele may have lied to Parliament when he denied his involvement in the illegal procurement of phone call interception and surveillance equipment, City Press...
    • Hanno Labuschagne
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    • bheki cele crime intelligence drones grabbers parliament south african police service (saps) spying surveillance
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Broadband and IT News
  15. Jan

    De Ruyter says he's willing to appear before Parliament to answer questions about ANC corruption

    André de Ruyter agrees to appear before Parliament Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) says André de Ruyter has indicated he is willing to appear in person to answer their questions about his ANC corruption allegations. This comes after the former Eskom CEO gave an...
    • Jan
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    • andré de ruyter eskom kusile power station loadshedding parliament standing committee on public accounts (scopa)
    • Replies: 49
    • Forum: Eskom and Electricity: Load Shedding
  16. Vorastra

    Kuwait court voids 2022 legislative polls, reinstates disbanded parliament

    https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwait-court-voids-2022-legislative-polls-reinstates-disbanded-parliament-2023-03-19/
  17. Jan

    No resignation from Ramaphosa tonight

    Ramaphosa considering his options — Presidency President Cyril Ramaphosa has not resigned, nor did he address the nation on Thursday evening. Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya addressed the media in a short briefing, saying Ramaphosa was still considering the independent panel’s...
    • Jan
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    • african national congress (anc) cyril ramaphosa parliament phala phala vincent magwenya
    • Replies: 55
    • Forum: Broadband and IT News
  18. Agent67

    French MP brings parliament to a halt by yelling 'Go back to Africa' to Black MP

    https://www.news24.com/news24/world/news/french-mp-brings-parliament-to-a-halt-by-yelling-go-back-to-africa-to-black-mp-20221103
  19. Hanno Labuschagne

    SABC board appointment delayed due to SSA problem

    SABC board appointment delayed due to SSA problem The SABC no longer has a board after Parliament failed to appoint new members due to the State Security Agency (SSA) dropping the ball on vetting potential candidates, Sunday Times reports. The incumbent board's tenure ended on Saturday, 15...
  20. Hanno Labuschagne

    Parliament names independent panel to weigh Ramaphosa impeachment

    Parliament names independent panel to weigh Ramaphosa impeachment South Africa’s former Chief Justice Sandile Ngcobo will head an independent panel that will recommend whether or not to initiate a process to impeach President Cyril Ramaphosa after allegations that he concealed a burglary at his...
  21. Agent67

    Parliament distances itself from resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine

    https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/parliament-distances-itself-from-resolution-condemning-russias-invasion-of-ukraine-20220323
    • Agent67
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    • anc eff nato parliament russia russia-ukraine russia-ukraine conflict south africa ukraine
    • Replies: 65
    • Forum: News and Current Affairs
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