Gauteng province expands digital access and safety
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MEC for e-Government Bonginkosi Dhlamini announced that the Gauteng province in South Africa is expanding free Wi-Fi and digital skills programs to improve connectivity and opportunities for residents.
The Department of e-Government installed 96 public Wi-Fi hotspots at locations like schools and hospitals, offering up to 500 MB of free daily internet. They also maintained a 99% uptime on the Gauteng Provincial Network, ensuring consistent access to digital government services.
The province invested in training its workforce and preparing young people for technology careers. During the past year, 6,461 government employees received digital skills training and 14,085 young people participated in ICT programs. Alongside increased connectivity, Gauteng is also using technology to improve public safety. The province increased its surveillance network to 7,271 Vumacam cameras and 960 total CCTV cameras, including 443 new installations.
This effort aligns with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment to using technology and artificial intelligence to modernize crime prevention, with early results showing the recovery of billions in revenue through AI-driven fraud detection. The department plans to continue expanding these initiatives to further improve quality of life for all residents.
