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Cape Town leaves Joburg in the dust

Today at 15:00 PM, via Daily Investor

South Africa’s property market in 2026 is set for steady, value-driven growth, with Cape Town pulling further ahead of Johannesburg and other metros.

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Poor planning, lack of land delay relief programmes for human settlements — minister

Today at 15:00 PM, via SowetanLIVE

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane highlights poor planning and lack of relocation land as key issues delaying relief efforts for disaster victims in Limpopo and Mpumalanga. She emphasizes the need for a national framework and proactive, collaborative planning to address climate-induced disasters, urging municipalities to prioritize climate-resilient infrastructure.

South Africa

Power grid stability continues to support economic activity

Today at 14:03 PM, via SAnews

Power grid stability continues to support economic activity

Eskom has entered 2026 with a markedly stronger and more stable power system than in the previous five years, supporting the country’s return to work and continued economic activity.

“This recovery reflects the sustained impact of Eskom’s Generation Recovery Plan, which continues to strengthen operations and reinforce...

South Africa

Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports

Today at 13:46 PM, via SAnews

Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports

Transnet has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International (PoABI) and the Antwerp/Flanders Port Training Center (APEC) to modernise South Africa’s port system, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen regional trade competitiveness.

The agreement...

World

News24 | Minneapolis shooting: what the videos show

Today at 14:58 PM, via News24

Video footage of the moment immigration agents shot dead a 37-year-old nurse in Minneapolis on Saturday appears to contradict Trump administration claims the man was a violent aggressor who sought to “massacre” federal law enforcement officials.

Science/Tech

Netflix is going vertical

Today at 16:00 PM, via TechCentral

Netflix has announced an overhaul of its mobile app, with shorts- and reels-style content for phones to take centre stage.

Science/Tech

Stellenbosch smart city taking shape

Today at 14:57 PM, via MyBroadband

A planned smart city in Stellenbosch has already started taking shape, with a major industrial customer opening a new warehouse and offices at the project, while bulk infrastructure work is also underway.

Science/Tech

The Risks of AI in Schools Outweigh the Benefits, Report Says

Today at 14:34 PM, via Slashdot

This month saw results from a yearlong global study of “potential negative risks that generative AI poses to student”. The study (by the Brookings Institution’s Center for Universal Education) also suggests how to prevent risks and maximize benefits:After interviews, focus groups, and consultations with over 500 students, teachers, parents, education leaders, and technologists across 50...

Motoring

Big changes for Afrikaans Uber in South Africa

Today at 10:00 AM, via TopAuto

Wanatu has made significant changes to its operating model, reducing the basic salary for drivers while introducing a new incentive programme.