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Minister Parks Tau said that with the number of companies contributing to BEE skills development programmes, if BEE were working, South Africa would not have a critical skills gap.

The home secretary is to double down on plans for Danish-style restrictions on asylum seekers.

The property in the Borders is described as one of Scotland’s “most important historic houses”.

Wadhwani AI Global and Smart Africa have signed a memorandum of understanding to accelerate the development and adoption of artificial intelligence across Africa, with a focus on strengthening AI-enabled public systems throughout the continent and the broader Global South. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi […]

Small businesses across South Africa now have a dedicated pathway to artificial intelligence adoption after a new institute launched a phased training program aimed at closing the digital skills gap among entrepreneurs. Johannesburg-based technology training firm LeanTechnovations launched the Artificial Intelligence Entrepreneurial Institute of South Africa on Feb. 24, offering practical AI...

Angola Flying Labs has officially launched with a mission to deploy emerging technologies — including drones, robotics and artificial intelligence — to address some of the country’s most pressing challenges in agriculture, mapping and STEM education. The initiative is led by Hermenegildo Sebastião of Dronesig, a Angolan drone and AI startup. Angola Flying Labs joins […]

Stakeholders in Tanzania’s film industry say artificial intelligence tools could reshape how movies are made in the country, particularly in visual effects, post-production and advertising, but warn that overdependence on the technology risks undermining creativity and artistic identity. The discussion comes as generative AI tools have gained rapid global adoption across creative industries....

US President Donald Trump accuses the Iranian regime of waging an “unending campaign of bloodshed and mass murder targeting the United States”.

The BBC’s Jon Donnison in Jerusalem reports as Trump says “major combat operations” have begun.

Israel and the U.S. have lauched strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in Tehran and air raid sirens sounding across Israel. A nationwide state of emergency has been declared as officials warn further missile and drone attacks could be imminent.

Israel and the U.S. have launched strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in Tehran and air raid sirens sounding across Israel.

The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

SARS has upgraded its automatic exchange of information systems. From 1 March, it will cover 120 jurisdictions around the world.

Johannesburg is asking for funding from National Treasury, as South Africa’s richest city struggles financially ahead of the upcoming municipal elections.

The Department of Employment and Labour has published new Bills for public comment, which looks to introduce new working hour laws.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 28 February 2026.

The EFF accuses Xhakaza of trying to push it out of its governance responsibilities in the metro.

DA National Spokesperson Karabo Khakhau says the nomination window runs until the 23rd of March.

The municipality says the extra ward will be located in the northern region of the Municipality.

DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga put his hand up for the federal chair position held by Ivan Meyer

Hayley Ladd begins World Cup qualifying with Wales on Tuesday believing last month’s move to Crystal Palace came at “the right time”.

Tadhg Beirne insists Ireland must remain focused as attention shifts to Friday’s Six Nations game with Wales following a record away win over England.

Lewis Crocker’s manager Jamie Conlan says the IBF world welterweight champion’s hand injury is “nothing too serious” and expects the Belfast man’s first title defence against Liam Paro to take place in May.

West Ham will need to sell players this summer even if they avoid relegation from the Premier League, after revealing a £104.2m loss for the last financial year.

Encounters with great art can be absorbing, unsettling and even painful. How has this been tamed into mere ‘reading for pleasure’?

It is the UK’s National Year of Reading. Specifically, this government-led scheme is about “reading for pleasure” and “the joy of reading”. This is not a matter of whimsy. Research has linked reading for pleasure in childhood to a host of positive...

Once operational, the new MyCiti south-east service will connect commuters from Mitchells Plain and Khayelitsha with Wynberg and Claremont.

February is the season of baby turtles being stranded on South Africa’s West Coast. Here’s how you can assist in their rescue.

The South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind promises a woof-tastic Family Fun Day next weekend. Take a look…

Stormers assistant coach Rito Hlungwani says there is nothing sinister about Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s omission as captain.

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has named a new fullback and backed Jan-Hendrik Wessels and Marco van Staden to stand in at hooker.

“Sitting here in this chair, I want to be here for as long as possible,” he told reporters on Friday.

“Physically, I believe, we are not in an amazing situation,” Tudor said.

Checking up on the claims of water filter makers can be a discomfiting maze. Here’s how to verify independent water filter certifications.

Branded intimidating and scary, this full-face Ruroc headgear for the slopes made me a pariah on the piste.

Petrol and diesel prices are set to increase more than previously anticipated this March.

Two iconic Italian sports cars are heading back to South Africa, but there’s a catch.

South Africa’s most wanted car right now is not an SUV or bakkie.

Twenty-five women have received compensation following gynaecological surgery.

Kerry Watson takes more than 100 tablets a week to deal with the pain caused by a vaginal mesh implant.

Birmingham Children’s Trust refused respite help and suggested training grandparents to help.