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Cape Town leaves Joburg in the dust

Today at 15:00 PM, via Daily Investor

South Africa’s property market in 2026 is set for steady, value-driven growth, with Cape Town pulling further ahead of Johannesburg and other metros.

South Africa

Power grid stability continues to support economic activity

Today at 14:03 PM, via SAnews

Power grid stability continues to support economic activity

Eskom has entered 2026 with a markedly stronger and more stable power system than in the previous five years, supporting the country’s return to work and continued economic activity.

“This recovery reflects the sustained impact of Eskom’s Generation Recovery Plan, which continues to strengthen operations and reinforce...

South Africa

Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports

Today at 13:46 PM, via SAnews

Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports

Transnet has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International (PoABI) and the Antwerp/Flanders Port Training Center (APEC) to modernise South Africa’s port system, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen regional trade competitiveness.

The agreement...

Sport

Orlando Pirates coach Ouaddou stays confident

Today at 14:47 PM, via The South African

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has lauded his players despite dropping points against Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership.

Science/Tech

Stellenbosch smart city taking shape

Today at 14:57 PM, via MyBroadband

A planned smart city in Stellenbosch has already started taking shape, with a major industrial customer opening a new warehouse and offices at the project, while bulk infrastructure work is also underway.

Science/Tech

The Risks of AI in Schools Outweigh the Benefits, Report Says

Today at 14:34 PM, via Slashdot

This month saw results from a yearlong global study of “potential negative risks that generative AI poses to student”. The study (by the Brookings Institution’s Center for Universal Education) also suggests how to prevent risks and maximize benefits:After interviews, focus groups, and consultations with over 500 students, teachers, parents, education leaders, and technologists across 50...

Science/Tech

No One Is Quite Sure Why Ice Is Slippery

Today at 14:00 PM, via Wired

A thin, watery layer coating the surface of ice is what makes it slick. Despite a great deal of theorizing over the centuries, though, it isn’t entirely clear why that layer forms.

Motoring

Big changes for Afrikaans Uber in South Africa

Today at 10:00 AM, via TopAuto

Wanatu has made significant changes to its operating model, reducing the basic salary for drivers while introducing a new incentive programme.