News South Africa

The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.

The arrest of murder suspects in Mozambique marks a breakthrough in the investigation into the Marais killings in northern Kruger.

Flexibility in the sugar value chain is essential to ensure its long-term sustainability

South African children are increasingly forming emotional relationships with AI chatbots, alongside rising concerns over screen addiction, deepfake abuse and the broader impact of technology on developing minds, social media law expert Emma Sadleir has warned. The warning comes as the Department of Basic Education works on formal screen time guidelines for children aged two […]

India and South Africa have agreed to strengthen their partnership in emerging technologies, with artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing identified as priority areas for joint development. The decision was taken during a bilateral meeting in New Delhi between Indian Union Minister Jitendra Singh and South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and...

AI-powered eye screening tools are being rolled out in Kenya in an effort to close a widening gap in eye care services, as the country grapples with a chronic shortage of specialists and an estimated 30% of the population in need of care to prevent vision impairment or blindness. Across Africa, blindness is an escalating […]

South African white-collar employees are outpacing the global average on AI adoption and reporting some of the strongest productivity gains anywhere in the world, according to Boston Consulting Group’s latest AI at Work report. The fourth annual BCG report, based on a survey of 11,749 workers across 14 markets including 503 South African respondents, found […]

Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg and set it ablaze, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as the city hosted an annual economic forum promoted by President Putin.

From goats to hydraulic homes, US businesses are coming up with ways to mitigate the damage of wildfires.

The U.S. military said that Iran fired missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain that failed or were shot down, and that the U.S. launched strikes on an Iranian facility in response.

The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.

The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.

DR Congo’s international friendly against Chile in Spain next week is cancelled after authorities raise health concerns over the Ebola outbreak in the African nation.

Clashes break out against a planned US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya.

The deaths come after a day of violent protests against illegal migration in the town of Mossel Bay.

Thousands of Lloyds Banking Group customers reported problems with online banking access on Wednesday morning.

President Cyril Ramaphosa gives feedback on the Presidency’s budget vote in the National Assembly.

Jacob was one of the officers called to the Isipingo scene, where 541kg of cocaine was discovered

ATM says the Speaker met with the President’s lawyers after the ConCourt ruling on Phala Phala

Day 112 of the Madlanga Commission Of Inquiry, the Commission continues hearing witness testimony.

Orlando Pirates are reportedly siging another player. The deal for Golden Arrows playmaker Siyanda Ndlovu now understood to be all but completed.

World Rugby have announced a ‘landmark agreement’ related to Africa and the coverage of the next two Rugby World Cups.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill says the upcoming friendlies against Guinea and France provides an opportunity to “improve our possession-based football”.

Orlando Pirates have reportedly completed the signing of highly-rated Siwelele FC winger Bohlale Ngwato.

One of Cape Town’s busiest shopping destinations, the Golden Acre Shopping Centre, is undergoing a major transformation.

Average property prices in a number of Cape Town’s luxury suburbs have more than doubled over the past five years.

Progressing beyond the first round of the World Cup should not be viewed as unrealistic.

In 2024, Ntshangase’s personal life came under the spotlight amid allegations that her husband was taking a second wife.

Police say Nhlamulo Sambo was killed in a robbery attempt gone wrong.

Viljoen also criticised the legal advice the couple received during their immigration battle.

‘Comedyhacker’ Tobias Schroedel used AI to clone MC Clement Manyathela.

Absa has announced a significant renewal of its long-standing strategic collaboration  with Salesforce, through a new three-year agreement that will support the bank’s growing focus on artificial intelligence, automation, and real-time data insights to create more personalised and efficient banking experiences for customers. This agreement extends across various business divisions with...

NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, and Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), today announced an expansion of their collaboration to help customers strengthen defense-in-depth strategies for customers.

New cases of genital herpes are increasing in England, bucking an overall fall in sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the latest data shows.

There are plans to move some maternity services to the Royal Liverpool – which could affect around 130 high-risk births each year

Regular weight training can significantly reduce the risk of early death, research suggests.