Seacom partners with SA’s SMMEs to boost digital economy

The Foundation says the directory of innovation seeks to showcase local firms developing tech solutions with an impact on society.

South African technology innovators will be honoured for their accomplishments at the second annual event in Johannesburg in October.

Joanna Govender is representing South Africa as one of 1700 nominees from 34 African countries for the Donors for Africa Foundation's African Women in Development Awards

The trust has identified that the skills gap, workplace culture and leadership buy-in are holding back South Africa’s municipal governments.

According to the Trust, local governments require reliable data about residents in order to implement solutions that aid locals in times of need.

The 12 month programme mixes theory and practical experience, preparing the candidates for employment, says the company.

Tyira, who also serves on the boards of MICT SETA and Broadband Infraco, was honoured for his work to improve small company entrepreneurs in the ICT field.

The Awards honour individuals, organisations, and businesses that have made major contributions to social development and the technology sector.

Sponsors agreed this week to expand the project to Brits, Soshanguve, Centurion, Midrand, Cosmo City, Tembisa, Boksburg, Brakpan, Soweto, Katlehong, and the Vaal

According to the Foundation, including these smart workstations into the classroom environment is expected to improve learning experience.

The teams who took part in the competition were tasked with creating software solutions to help promote awareness of women's health.