From digital IDs to AI-powered crime fighting, here are the key tech takeaways from Sona 2026.
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MPs have questioned the viability of Broadband Infraco as it pushes to win back business and secure government guarantees.
Deputy minister Mondli Gungubele has said he was not consulted on Solly Malatsi’s decision to end the Post Office monopoly.
Estonia’s digital ID success offers South Africa clear lessons on trust, governance and inclusive design.
Cloud inertia in government could stall digital reform and leave South Africa behind in the AI era, Microsoft has said.
South Africa’s new immigration white paper proposes a sweeping, tech-driven overhaul.
The decision by Leon Schreiber to hike fees for accessing home affairs’ online verification system will be reviewed in court.
The State IT Agency has lashed out at the City of Tshwane after electricity was cut to one of its facilities.
Digital IDs will form the foundation for other government departments to digitise their services.
Trade minister Parks Tau has appointed a new SEZ advisory board, blending government, business and technology expertise.











