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Music empowers DJ Neno despite physical challenges
For Tshepo Makapan, better known as DJ Neno, the odds were never in his favour.
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South Africa
Wits Students Awarded Prestigious Google PhD Fellowships
The fellowship recognises exceptional PhD students from the School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics (CSAM) at Wits whose research demonstrates the potential for groundbreaking scientific contributions and meaningful societal impact, particularly in areas where advances in computing can benefit communities around the world. The Google PhD Fellowship programme supports outstanding...

South Africa
Vodacom Named Africa’s Top Employer for Third Straight Year, Sets Global Benchmark in Ethical AI and Innovation
Vodacom Group has been recognised as Africa’s number one employer for the third consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in employee experience and organisational culture. The certification and top ranking were awarded to Vodacom Group alongside individual recognitions for Vodacom Mozambique, Vodacom South Africa, Vodacom Tanzania, Safaricom...

South Africa
Liability In The Age Of AI: Who’s Accountable?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across all platforms, but it’s essential to remember, as former CEO of RMB, Ginni Rommety, puts it: “AI is not a substitute for human intelligence, it is a tool to amplify human creativity and capability” However, as the volume of critical decisions and solutions provided (or suggested) by intelligence […]

South Africa
Creative Arts Education In The World Of AI Technology
The creative arts are essential for a child’s overall development. They help with growth in the mind, body, and spirit. In the twenty-first century, technology continues to change how we live and work. Still, the creative arts are crucial in combining human creativity with a digital world that keeps evolving. At schools like Reddam House […]

World
Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts
About a million fans were vying for 150,000 concert tickets, which sold out in less than 40 minutes.

World
Trump says US will ‘no longer help Iraq’ if it picks Maliki as PM
The US president said Iraq would have “zero” chance of success without American support.

World
‘My prosthetic leg represents my love for this country’
Abena Christine Jon’el has made Ghana her home and aims to raise the profile of people with disabilities.

World
A string of scandals and luxury handbags: Who is South Korea’s former first lady?
The wife of disgraced former president Yoon Suk Yeol is facing court on a raft of her own charges.

Africa
Ex-Nigeria oil minister stands trial in UK on bribery charges
Diezani Alison-Madueke took bribes including luxury goods and private jet travel, a prosecutor tells a London court.

Africa
Nigeria president ‘very fine’ after falling over at Turkey reception
On a visit to Ankara, Bola Tinubu was filmed stumbling and falling after walking past soldiers and dignitaries.

Africa
France invites Chad president in bid to ease troubled relations
Franco-Chadian military relations have been strained after Chad abruptly ended its defence agreement with France.

Africa
Kipyegon announces plans for maternity ward in hometown
Kenyan middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon plans to build a maternity facility in her hometown Keringet in partnership with her shoe sponsor.

Business
One of South Africa’s most important groups of people is leaving
With over 125,000 healthcare professionals having resigned in South Africa over the last decade, Canada has become a popular emigration destination.

Business
Best South African software development company to build your mobile app
Codehesion is South Africa’s premier Android and iOS smartphone app development company with a reputation for delivering world-class software products.

Business
UPS to cut 30,000 jobs as it moves away from Amazon
The parcel delivery giant says it is cutting back on low-profit deliveries for the online retailer.

Business
EasyJet warned over ‘misleading’ £5.99 cabin bag fee
The airline said the fact there were no bags available for less than £5.99 meant the claim was not misleading.

Politics
Mchunu dismisses Witness E allegations as ‘inaccurate and untruthful’
Witness E alleges that Mchunu convinced him to write a statement to the Commission favouring him.

Politics
Matlala, Senona relationship expected to be scrutinised further
The KZN Hawks head testified that he enjoyed a brotherly relationship with Cat Matlala since 2019

Politics
Senona questioned why “Cat” Matlala sent him an internal SAPS video
Adv. Adila Hassim asks Gen. Lesetja Senona why Cat sent him a video of an internal SAPS meeting.

Politics
Some political parties grandstanding at Ad Hoc Committee: Lawson Naidoo
Lawson Naidoo says Ad Hoc Committee isn’t functioning as it should because of political interests

Sport
The GAA Social meets All-Ireland winner Danny Quinn
Danny Quinn, an All-Ireland winner with Derry in 1993, opens up on the untimely passing of his wife 15 years ago.

Sport
Brighton reject Dunk approach – Wednesday’s gossip
Brighton turn down an approach from Nottingham Forest for Lewis Dunk, while Chelsea consider Cole Palmer “untouchable” amid Manchester United interest.

Sport
Global brand in an EFL world – Wrexham finances explained
After a new £48m investment in Wrexham, what comes next for the club that is majority-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney?

Sport
Spurs striker Kolo Muani ‘fine’ after car accident
Randal Kolo Muani is “fine” after a “minor” car accident and should be available for Spurs’ Champions League match at Eintracht Frankfurt, says Thomas Frank.
Education
Zimbabwe: Parents Cry Foul Over Alleged Corruption, Abuse of Funds At Danhiko School
[263Chat] Serious allegations of corruption, financial abuse and maladministration have engulfed Danhiko School in Msasa, a government-run institution for learners with disabilities as parents accuse school authorities of turning the school into a cash cow at the expense of vulnerable students.
Education
Namibia: Corporate Support Strengthens Access to Education
[Namibian] As Namibia continues to implement its new system of subsidised tertiary education fees, corporate institutions and philanthropic organisations are reinforcing their role in supporting access to education.
Education
Eritrea: Adult Education Opens Educational Opportunity
[Shabait] – At an activity assessment meeting conducted in Barentu on 23 January, it was reported that the adult education program has opened educational opportunities to many citizens in the Gash Barka Region.
Education
Texas Moves to Curtail Visas for Skilled Foreign Workers
Gov. Greg Abbott said the state would investigate public agencies and universities that employ those with H-1B visas, a program the Trump administration has also targeted.

Lifestyle
Pay it forward: Initiative to settle school uniform lay-by accounts
A former Miss South Africa has launched an initiative to help needy parents pay off their Pep Stores lay-by accounts for school uniforms.

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi reunites with Zozi Tunzi after THAT viral moment
Years after that viral moment, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and former Miss Universe Zozi Tunzi reunited in video posted online…

Lifestyle
City of Johannesburg warns residents to update details or face ‘service disconnections’
Officials from the City of Johannesburg have said that ignoring the notice could lead to the suspension of municipal services.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Zuma and MK party to welcome new members in Gqeberha
In January, the party removed two members from key positions.

Entertainment
Gauteng health rejects claims of underspending
The department says budget pressures stem from old debts and rising patient numbers, not failure to spend allocated funds.

Entertainment
Hawks crush counterfeit liquor syndicate in the Eastern Cape
Eight accused aged between 18 and 35 were sentenced for their involvement in the illegal manufacture and distribution of counterfeit liquor.

Entertainment
Tshwane mayor presses state departments to pay R1.9bn debt
The national department of public works has reportedly processed payments totalling R91 million in respect of municipal accounts in arrears.

Science/Tech
GoExMe Announces High-Limit BTC to XMR Swaps with $100,000 Transaction Cap and 24/7 Premium Support
GoExMe, a leading instant digital asset exchange platform, has unveiled a significant infrastructure upgrade aimed at high-volume traders. The platform now offers support for Bitcoin (BTC) to Monero (XMR) swaps with transaction limits up to $100,000, coupled with dedicated, round-the-clock expert support to ensure seamless execution. Bridging the Gap Between Privacy and Scalability As demand […]

Science/Tech
UK Financial Ltd Engages Early Bitcoin-Era Exchange Veteran Neulo Emmanuel (Neulo) in Long-Term Strategic Advisory Role
UK Financial Ltd today announced the appointment of early Bitcoin-era exchange veteran Neulo Emmanuel, widely known in the cryptocurrency sector as “Neulo,” as Strategic Advisor to the company. The formal advisory agreement follows more than eight years of professional collaboration between UK Financial Ltd and CATEX Exchange, where Neulo has played a senior role in […]
Science/Tech
US Government Lost More Than 10,000 STEM PhDs Last Year
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Science.org: Some 10,109 doctoral-trained experts in science and related fields left their jobs last year as President Donald Trump dramatically shrank the overall federal workforce. That exodus was only 3% of the 335,192 federal workers who exited last year but represents 14% of the total number of Ph.D.s in science, technology, engineering, and math...
Science/Tech
Apple Updates iOS 12 For the First Time Since 2023
Apple quietly released its first update to iOS 12 since 2023 to keep iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation working on older hardware through January 2027. The update applies to legacy devices like the iPhone 5S, iPhone 6/6 Plus, and 2013-era iPads. Macworld reports: The update appears to be related to a specific issue. According to Apple’s “About iOS 12 Updates” page, iOS 12.5.78 “extends...

Motoring
Most popular used Chinese cars in South Africa – With pricing
Chinese brands are gaining popularity in South Africa’s used car market.
Motoring
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Motoring
Car prices are going up faster than salaries in South Africa
Annual salary increases in South Africa are beating inflation, but still contend with new vehicle prices.
Health
Kanye West Apologizes for Antisemitic Behavior in Full-Page Wall Street Journal Ad
The artist formerly known as Kanye West, who first apologized in 2023 before taking it back, said a four-month manic episode in 2025 had led him to embrace swastikas and Hitler.
Health
Peter H. Duesberg, 89, Renowned Biologist Turned H.I.V. Denialist, Dies
His pioneering work on the origins of cancer was later overshadowed by his contrarian views, notably his rejection of the established theory that H.I.V. causes AIDS.

Health
Growing number of adults avoid booze, says NHS survey
Almost a quarter of adults in England do not drink alcohol, according to new figures from a health survey.

Health
Feeling anxious? Take five minutes to do this
Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo suggests taking micro-moments to calm yourself.