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Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku on her Durban July look that exposes racehorse abuse
Actor and singer Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku proved that fashion and activism go hand-in-hand at this year’s Durban July.
Hairstylist to the stars Ntombomzi Lekgoro on representation and transformation
When Ntombomzi Lekgoro first picked up a comb over 12 years ago to begin her training as a hairdresser, hairstyling wasn’t the glamorous career it has become today.

Musk Touts “Improved” Grok AI Amid Backlash Over Politically Charged and Antisemitic Responses
Elon Musk claimed Friday that xAI’s chatbot Grok has been “significantly improved,” but early reactions suggest otherwise. Several recent responses from Grok, shared widely on X (formerly Twitter), have sparked alarm for promoting partisan talking points and antisemitic stereotypes. Musk offered no specifics on the upgrades but had previously criticized Grok’s training data as containing […]

Ecobank And Google Cloud Partner to Drive AI-Powered Financial Inclusion in Africa
Pan-African banking group Ecobank has announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud aimed at transforming financial services across Africa. The collaboration will use artificial intelligence, cloud computing and advanced analytics to enhance digital banking, streamline payments and expand financial inclusion. A key focus is improving remittance and payment systems by leveraging Google...

AI Powers Africa’s Push for Energy Access and Resilience
With over 600 million Africans lacking electricity and 900 million without clean cooking, the continent faces a pressing energy challenge. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key solution, offering ways to modernize infrastructure, reduce project timelines and expand access. At the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference, set for Sept. 29–Oct. […]

AI-Powered App Offers Lifeline to Malawi’s Smallholder Farmers
When smallholder farmers in Malawi spot unusual signs on their crops, help is now just a click away. A new AI-driven app called Ulangizi – Chichewa for “advice” – is providing real-time agricultural support through WhatsApp. Available in Malawi’s most widely spoken language, the tool offers guidance on pest control, fertilization, livestock care and more. […]

How AI is Transforming Education in Africa
Q&A Insights: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the globe, and education in Africa is no exception. From personalized learning platforms to AI-driven teacher training, the continent is witnessing a surge in innovative solutions tackling longstanding challenges. In this Q&A Insights piece, we dive into how AI is revolutionizing education, addressing questions from our […]

Africa’s DPI Revolution: How Digital Infrastructure Is Transforming the Continent
Africa’s digital transformation is charging forward, and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is the spark igniting inclusive growth across the continent. Think digital IDs unlocking banking for millions, payment systems fueling cross-border trade, and data platforms streamlining governance. As of July 2025, Africa’s DPI ecosystem is thriving, fueled by bold regional initiatives, scrappy...
IN PICS | Abigail Kubeka honoured in star-studded Van Toeka Af tribute concert
Several well-known musicians came together at the State Theatre in Pretoria on Saturday night to celebrate Abigail Kubeka’s illustrious career.SowetanLIVE
Tuks Senganga to usher in a new Motswako era with Mo Molemi
For over a decade, hip hop legend Tuks Senganga has been watching from the sidelines, quietly observing, creating and waiting for the right moment to return to the music scene that once crowned him a Motswako king.