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SA to mark 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising

Today at 13:57 PM, via SAnews

SA to mark 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising

As the country marks Youth Month, Cabinet has called on all sectors of society to support initiatives aimed at empowering young people through education, skills development, entrepreneurship and employment opportunities.

Briefing the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo...

South Africa

Cabinet approves withdrawal of AI policy 

Today at 13:56 PM, via SAnews

Cabinet approves withdrawal of AI policy 

Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, which was published for public comment in March 2026.“Cabinet approved the withdrawal of the draft AI policy, which was published for public comment in March 2026. “The withdrawal will allow a rework of the AI policy to ensure it achieves its...

South Africa

Cabinet commends Telkom’s financial and operational performance

Today at 13:46 PM, via SAnews

Cabinet commends Telkom’s financial and operational performance

Cabinet has congratulated Telkom on its strong financial and operational performance for the financial year ending 31 March 2026.

The majority state-owned company supported 362 small, medium and micro enterprises through procurement opportunities worth R593 million and contributed to the creation of more than 74 000...

South Africa

Cabinet approves closure of e-tolls

Today at 13:39 PM, via SAnews

Cabinet approves closure of e-tolls

Cabinet has approved the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) plan to shut down the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP), popularly known as e-tolls.The Executive also approved the orderly resolution of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) litigation, the treatment of any residual litigation exposure, and the closure of all...

Politics

Mchunu challenges committee report, alleging prejudicial findings

Today at 13:25 PM, via Mail & Guardian

Parliament’s ad hoc committee defended the evidence leaders’ draft report after suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu objected to the findings that he dismantled the PKTT without consultation and for nefarious reasons

Sport

St Mirren appoint McLeish on three-year deal

Today at 13:08 PM, via BBC News

Craig McLeish believes his background with St Mirren’s academy makes him the best choice as manager after agreeing a three-year deal.

Sport

Five moments that will define the 2026 Comrades Marathon

Today at 13:00 PM, via The South African

From the gruelling 70km Raptor Rescue turnoff to the legendary Green Number Club, the Comrades Marathon tests resilience at every step – a spirit OMO is proud to stand behind.

Education

Nigeria: Foundation Donates Ai-Tech Centre to College in Owerri

Today at 13:43 PM, via AllAfrica

[This Day] The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF) has donated a multi-million Naira state-of-the-art AI-tech centre to Holy Ghost College, Owerri, Imo State, during the school’s 77th anniversary celebration.

Science/Tech

PAM to address the ‘ghost in the machine’

Today at 13:19 PM, via ITWeb

With most breaches originating in identity, the explosion of non-human identities presents a serious risk to organisations, warns BeyondTrust.

Health

1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section

Today at 11:12 AM, via BBC News

A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows – marking a significant rise over the last five years.

Health

How Gold Is Driving the Spread of Ebola

Today at 11:04 AM, via New York Times

Mining has been the lifeblood of this remote Congolese hill town for decades. Now, it is fueling the spread of a devastating outbreak.