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South Africa

South Africa Withdraws Draft AI Policy After Fictitious Sources Found in Reference List

Today at 12:57 PM, via iAfrica

South Africa’s Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has withdrawn the country’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy after an internal investigation confirmed that the document contains fictitious sources in its reference list, in what the minister described as an unacceptable failure of integrity. “Following revelations that the Draft National...

South Africa

AI Reshapes African Mining From Congo to Botswana as Continent Seeks to Unlock $8.5 Trillion in Minerals

Today at 12:44 PM, via iAfrica

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming mineral exploration and mining operations across Africa, with countries from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Botswana deploying the technology to accelerate discovery, reduce risk and unlock what analysts estimate is $8.5 trillion in untapped mineral resources. In the DRC, AI is reshaping exploration at scale. Speaking at African Mining […]

South Africa

More than names: SA charts a path to reshape its national story

Today at 12:43 PM, via SAnews

More than names: SA charts a path to reshape its national story

Just as the rhythm of life is palpable in every breath that we take, that same rhythm echoes in the evolution of South Africa’s laws as they seek to reflect and adapt to the society we live in.South Africa’s ongoing programme to rename and standardise geographical places is about far more than maps and signposts –...

Education

Africa: Climate-Driven Disruptions to Education in Africa Raise Protection Risks for Millions of Children

Today at 12:42 PM, via AllAfrica

[IPS] United Nations — The escalating global climate crisis has led to an increase in the frequency of climate-induced natural disasters, affecting millions worldwide. As governments struggle to keep up due to persistent funding shortfalls and inadequate preparedness and response mechanisms, education systems in Eastern and Southern Africa continue to deteriorate, pushing millions of children...

Education

Senegal: Liberia Launches ‘Liberia Day’ Cultural Outreach in Senegal Schools

Today at 12:36 PM, via AllAfrica

[Liberian Investigator] DAKAR — The Embassy of Liberia in Dakar has launched a renewed public diplomacy push aimed at promoting Liberian culture and history within Senegalese academic institutions, marking a significant step in strengthening cultural ties between the two West African nations.

Science/Tech

Alfa’s electric rebel

Today at 12:56 PM, via TechCentral

Alfa Romeo’s Junior Elettrica Veloce is a hot hatch dressed as an EV – and it’s just brilliant to drive.

Science/Tech

Shareholders turn up heat on MTN pay

Today at 12:11 PM, via ITWeb

MTN’s remuneration resolution drew just 59.2% shareholder support in 2025 – among the lowest in last year’s AGM season.

Health

Grand Jury Indicts Former N.I.H. Official

Yesterday at 18:21 PM, via New York Times

Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.