On the 17th of May 2023, the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) conducted nominations and elections to appoint a new chairperson and deputy chairperson for the CoJ Chief Information Office (CIO) Forum. Eldred Mtaner emerged as the elected chairperson, while Nhlamulo Shikwambana assumed the role of deputy chairperson. Their extensive experience and qualifications make them well-suited…

In what is being described as a major setback for both the Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC) and the community of Eldorado Park, planned network maintenance in the area has been marred by the discovery of vandalised and burned fibre optic cables. "The entity has launched an investigation into the incident, and we are working closely…

Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC) network technicians are working tirelessly to ensure Joburg's broadband infrastructure remains stable and reliable. With businesses and organisations increasingly relying heavily on digital technology, the role of network technicians has become important in bridging the City's digital divide. Nkosana Mzalwane, the MTC network operation centre supervisor, says unstable internet connections can be caused…

In a bid to curb the vandalism of infrastructure, MTC continues to raise public awareness about the impact that the theft and vandalism of infrastructure have on essential services to communities. The campaign aims to highlight the valuable role of all stakeholders, including spheres of government.  The public is needed to help protect this critical…