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South Africa’s biggest mall going from zero to hero

Today at 11:13 AM, via Daily Investor

Accelerate Property Fund’s ongoing portfolio restructuring is set to include even further investment in its largest asset, Fourways Mall, with a new “dining hub” in the works.

South Africa

Partnerships key to solving South Africa’s water crisis – Mahlobo

Today at 10:40 AM, via SAnews

Partnerships key to solving South Africa’s water crisis – Mahlobo

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has emphasised the critical role of partnerships in addressing South Africa’s water and sanitation challenges.Mahlobo was speaking at the 2026 Future of Sustainability Conference, held in Johannesburg, on Wednesday.Held under the theme: “Africa’s Green Horizon:...

South Africa

Public comments sought on proposed deposits for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections

Today at 10:26 AM, via SAnews

Public comments sought on proposed deposits for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections

The Electoral Commission will today publish a Government Gazette notice inviting political parties, independent candidates and all interested stakeholders to comment on the proposed deposit amount for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections.

By law, registered political parties and independent...

Education

Why College Graduates Feel Betrayed

Today at 11:00 AM, via New York Times

Their anger goes far beyond the recent rise of unemployment and the looming threat of A.I.

Education

Nigeria: ASUU Give Govt 4-Day Ultimatum to Pay New Salary

Today at 09:23 AM, via AllAfrica

[Daily Trust] The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a four-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate implementation of a newly approved salary structure for university lecturers across the country.

Education

Zimbabwe: Government Extends Zimsec Examination Fees Payment Deadline to May 22

Today at 09:23 AM, via AllAfrica

[New Zimbabwe] THE government has extended the registration deadline for Grade Seven, ‘O’ and ‘A’ level Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (ZIMSEC) from March 27 to May 22, 2026 after parents requested an extension after failing to raise the required fees on time.

Lifestyle

NSRI warns public about rabid Cape fur seals

Today at 08:00 AM, via The South African

The National Sea Rescue Institute has issued a safety warning amid concerns over potential rabies infections among Cape fur seals.

Science/Tech

CERN To Host Europe’s Flagship Open Access Publishing Platform

Today at 09:00 AM, via Slashdot

CERN has confirmed it will host an expanded version of Open Research Europe, the EU-backed fee-free open access publishing platform that works to “keep knowledge in public hands.” Research Professional News reports: A little over a year ago, 10 European research organizations announced that they would add their support to Open Research Europe, to broaden eligibility beyond only those...

Health

As Kennedy Takes on Food Policy, Companies Push Back

Today at 11:02 AM, via New York Times

Though the health secretary falsely claimed a victory in a recent podcast, a federal proposal to review all new food ingredients is still in the early stages and drawing fierce opposition.