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TUESDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2026, 09:13

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Donald Trump’s ambassador arrives in South Africa

Today at 08:52 AM, via Daily Investor

US President Donald Trump’s pick for ambassador to South Africa, conservative activist and writer Leo Brent Bozell III, has arrived in the country where he will seek to improve fraught ties between the two states. 

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LETTERS | Army’s intervention in crime welcome

Today at 08:50 AM, via SowetanLIVE

The president ‘s announcement of the deployment of the army to crime hotspots in the Western Cape and Gauteng is like a breath of fresh air.

South Africa

Google Warns of Rising AI Use by State-Backed Hackers in Late 2025

Today at 08:59 AM, via iAfrica

Threat actors increasingly integrated artificial intelligence into cyber operations in the final quarter of 2025, accelerating reconnaissance, social engineering and malware development, according to a new report from Google Threat Intelligence Group. The report, which updates findings published in November 2025, said AI tools delivered significant productivity gains for malicious actors and...

South Africa

Mozambique Charts Digital Government Agenda at First National Conference

Today at 08:57 AM, via iAfrica

The Mozambique government hosted its first National Conference on Digital Transformation on Feb. 11-12, 2026, setting out a roadmap toward a modern, digital and citizen-centered state. Organized by the Ministry of Communications and Digital Transformation, the conference was held at the Montebelo Indy Maputo Congress Hotel and brought together public officials, private-sector representatives,...

South Africa

Terra Industries Raises $22 Million to Expand Autonomous Security Systems Across Africa

Today at 08:55 AM, via iAfrica

Africa-focused defense technology company Terra Industries has raised an additional $22 million in funding to scale its autonomous security systems, extending a previously announced $11.8 million round and bringing total funding in the round to $34 million. The extension was led by Lux Capital and included participation from existing investors 8VC, Nova Global, Silent Ventures, […]

South Africa

Google-Ipsos Report Finds South Africans Rapidly Adopting AI for Learning, Work

Today at 08:47 AM, via iAfrica

Residents of South Africa are increasingly using artificial intelligence as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions, according to a new report by Google and Ipsos. The study, titled “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the Hands of More People,” shows that South Africans are moving beyond experimentation with AI and adopting […]

Business

Failed state reality check for South Africa

Today at 09:00 AM, via BusinessTech

The economic and political prospects for South Africa are turning a corner, pulling away from the path that many had warned would lead to a failed state.

Education

Students in England and Wales launch legal action over online teaching during pandemic

Yesterday at 20:12 PM, via The Guardian

More than 170,000 seek compensation after UCL Covid settlement opens door to claims across university sector

Dozens of universities are facing legal action from more than 170,000 students seeking compensation after their studies were moved online during Covid.

Pre-action claim letters have been sent to 36 universities in England and Wales, including Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Leeds,...

Entertainment

Recipe of the day: Sweetcorn breakfast crumpets

Today at 08:30 AM, via The Citizen

Perfect when served warm with butter or a drizzle of honey, they’re a wholesome and comforting way to begin your day with a touch of sweetness.

Health

Vaccine Makers Curtail Research and Cut Jobs

Yesterday at 20:00 PM, via New York Times

Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.