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Cheng Li-wun will take over the leadership of Kuomintang party on November 1.

For the first time since the Taliban regained power in 2021, Afghanistan’s women’s football team will compete

Egypt, long hailed as the “Hollywood of the East,” is confronting a new creative paradox as artificial intelligence (AI) begins to reshape its film and television industry — reviving cinematic heritage while igniting fierce debate over authenticity, ethics, and the very soul of artistic creation. The issue took center stage last Ramadan when a YouTube […]

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has unveiled two landmark initiatives — the National Digital Plan 2026–2030 (PNN2) and its first National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy — marking a major step toward positioning the country as a regional digital hub by the end of the decade. The launch ceremony, held on October 8 in Kinshasa, […]

Uganda is set to become the epicenter of global artificial intelligence dialogue as it hosts the GAIME Conference 2025 from October 30–31. Expected to draw over 5,000 delegates from more than 180 countries, the event will be Africa’s largest and most influential AI conference of the year, spotlighting the continent’s growing role in shaping the […]

The US state department says the move would be a violation of the ceasefire deal, but did not give further details.

Lesley Benzies was one of the architects behind one of the most successful video games in history.

In reflecting on a gentle melancholy many can relate to, this book teaches us to appreciate the small joys in life.

Questions around the up-and-coming TikTok star’s connection to a teenage girl’s death have eclipsed his career’s rise.

Thousands of mourners attend the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Nairobi.

The head of Liberia’s drug agency says all students should be tested as a way to combat drug abuse.

Chad had terminated its agreement with African Parks after accusing it of failing to curb poaching.

Colonel Michael Randrianirina is sworn in as the new president of Madagascar at a ceremony in the capital.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has admitted under oath that Sections 19(2), (3) and (4) of the new Expropriation Act are unconstitutional.

Roxstar Luxury has highlighted notes that South Africa is one of the most popular destinations for luxury travellers internationally.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is reportedly eyeing his investment advisor as the next US ambassador.

A recent High Court case has warned South African schools to be careful when disciplining students, as failing to follow proper procedures can make their actions unlawful. 

He says people should just look at the performance of the IFP and its representatives at all levels.

The IFP was founded on the 21st of March 1975 at KwaNzimela in Melmoth, KwaZulu-Natal

Richard Mdluli has been linked to corruption, at the Ad Hoc Committee and seeks to clear his name

Mchunu told parliament’s ad hoc committee that he had briefed President Cyril Ramaphosa on the disbandment

Saracens number eight Tom Willis is set to leave the club at the end of the season to return to France – making him ineligible for England.

Build your ideal Ashes Test team combining current players from England and Australia.

Bathusi Aubaas says he’s no stranger to Nigerian opposition as Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to face Remo Stars in the CAF Champions League.

Liverpool and Manchester United meet on Sunday, but can you name the line-ups from the Anfield side’s stunning 7-0 win in 2023?

With 97% of schools destroyed or damaged, 600,000 children have just begun their third year out of formal education. Three students and a teacher share their stories – and their hopes

Juwayriya Adwan, 12, al-Mawasi, Khan Younis

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The private Alpha School says its students can learn faster and better – but experts warn not all may benefit from an AI boom in schools

In the world’s tech innovation epicenter, an “AI-powered” private school has made headlines for unabashedly embracing the technology.

Alpha School San Francisco, which opened its doors to K-8 students this fall, is the newest outpost of a network of 14...

The ‘No Kings’ protests are a vast, mostly peaceful movement with millions rallying against President Donald Trump’s policies.

Princess Charlene recently honoured Mireille Calmes, founder of Special Olympics Monaco, by unveiling a commemorative plaque.

Volleyball icon Leo Williams is bringing the Beach Pro Tour to Cape Town’s Camps Bay Beach, marking a major milestone for the sport.

Miss Polo Universe Africa has revealed its Top 10 finalists, celebrating South African women who combine beauty, and leadership.

The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition wants stronger regulations surrounding online gambling advertising in South Africa.

The biggest of these was recently commissioned by a prominent carmaker in South Africa.

Once dismissed as a sign of low intelligence, researchers now argue the ‘power’ of taboo words has been overlooked

When researchers asked people around the world to list every taboo word they could think of, the differences that emerged were revealing. The length of each list, for example, varied widely.

While native English speakers in the UK and Spanish speakers in Spain rattled off an...

Road Test Editor Mark Jones managed fuel economy of 5.2 litres per 100km in Omoda C5 HEV.

People mover gets 31 new features making it a compelling package at its price point.

Two month long-term tenure wraps-up as the final goodbye for the current flagship Fortuner.

Chinese carmaker backtracks on its decision not to avail Himla double cab to export markets

Rugby professional Jonny Murphy was forced to retire early on medical grounds at just 30 years old – so he turned to his second love, baking.