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Watershed moment as Russia’s sporting exile ends

Today at 19:57 PM, via BBC News

Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia’s controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.

South Africa

From Ore to Intelligence: How AI Will Rewrite Africa’s Resource Power

Today at 16:32 PM, via iAfrica

by Enoch Antwi, Founder and Chairman of Northrock Africa sits atop approximately 30% of the world’s known mineral reserves, including roughly 70% of global cobalt production primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as well as dominant shares of platinum group metals, manganese, and bauxite, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS 2024). […]

South Africa

MTN Maps Out AI-Powered Future at MWC Barcelona, Eyes Shift From Telecom to Tech Platform

Today at 16:29 PM, via iAfrica

MTN Group is embracing artificial intelligence, expanding digital infrastructure and scaling connectivity as central pillars of its growth strategy, with the African telecommunications giant positioning itself as a technology platform rather than a conventional telecom provider. Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita outlined the company’s vision during his keynote address at MWC Barcelona 2026...

South Africa

Nearly Two-Thirds of South African Consumers Have Used AI for Shopping, Visa Survey Finds

Today at 16:25 PM, via iAfrica

Nearly two-thirds of South African consumers have used artificial intelligence to assist with shopping-related tasks, according to new survey data from Visa pointing to a rapid shift in how South Africans interact with digital payment technologies. The Visa Spending Shift Survey, conducted by Morning Consult among 1,000 South African adults in October 2025, found that […]

Business

Why are UK prices still rising?

Today at 17:54 PM, via BBC News

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

Sport

Gayton McKenzie has VAR good news for SA football fans

Today at 19:45 PM, via The South African

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, said on Wednesday that his department has allocated funding for the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system in South African football, marking a major step toward modernising officiating in the domestic game. Gayton McKenzie was speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria. South African football […]

Sport

Farrell expects talks with IRFU over future

Today at 19:17 PM, via BBC News

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says he expects to “sit down and have discussions” with the Irish Rugby Football Union [IRFU] over his future after he was asked about links to Saracens.

Education

Uganda: 43 Ugandan Students Evacuated From Iran to Türkiye

Today at 20:21 PM, via AllAfrica

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has evacuated 43 students from Iran to Türkiye as the escalating conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel continues, a top government official said here.

Education

Nigeria: NEPL/Seplat Jv Graduates 623 Teachers in Edo, Delta

Today at 17:04 PM, via AllAfrica

[Leadership] The NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has graduated 623 teachers and education inspectors under the 2026 Seplat Teachers Empowerment Programme (STEP), reaffirming its commitment to improving education standards in Edo and Delta states.

Education

South Africa: UCT Researcher Takes Cryogenic Breakthrough to Nasa Glenn

Today at 15:58 PM, via AllAfrica

[UCT] When aerospace engineers talk about the future of flight, liquid hydrogen (LH2) is often part of the conversation. It is lightweight, energy-dense and carbon-free at the point of use. But storing and controlling it inside aircraft and spacecraft tanks is anything but simple.

Science/Tech

‘A new normal’: inquiry’s key findings on how Covid changed UK society

Today at 20:17 PM, via The Guardian

Final module focuses on legacy and impact on mental health, particularly for key workers, vulnerable and bereaved people

The final module in the long-running Covid-19 inquiry has concluded, marking the end of public hearings that began almost three years ago.

While other sections of the inquiry have focused on specific areas of the pandemic, such as the care sector, economy, vaccines and...

Science/Tech

Optimism Price Prediction 2026: OP Consolidates as Web3 Gaming Presale $EV2 Attracts Early Buyers

Today at 20:00 PM, via Tech Financials

Optimism (OP) has entered a consolidation phase in late February 2026, trading around EV2 by Funtico—an upcoming AAA sci-fi MMO shooter that’s already drawing substantial capital commitments ahead of its Q2 2026 token generation event. What You’ll Learn Current technical setup and price support/resistance levels for Optimism (OP) Near-term price targets and market sentiment for […]

Science/Tech

TikTok Says End-To-End Encryption Makes Users Less Safe

Today at 20:00 PM, via Slashdot

An anonymous reader quotes a report from the BBC: TikTok will not introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) — the controversial privacy feature used by nearly all its rivals — arguing it makes users less safe. E2EE means only the sender and recipient of a direct message can view its contents, making it the most secure form of communication available to the general public. Platforms such as...

Motoring

Big change of plans for the Gautrain

Today at 16:57 PM, via TopAuto

The Gautrain’s management has announced that it will continue to operate as a public-private partnership for an extended period, despite previous reports that it would be taken over by the Gauteng government by the end of March.