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The film is the third in the sci-fi fantasy franchise from Hollywood director, James Cameron.

England head coach Brendon McCullum is contracted until the end of the 50-over World Cup in 2027, with a home Ashes series in that time.

TV personality Minnie Dlamini has agreed to repay R50,000 after an SIU investigation revealed she received funds misappropriated from the National Lotteries Commission via the Mshandukani Foundation.

Presight has opened applications for the second cohort of its AI Accelerator program, expanding its efforts to scale market-ready artificial intelligence solutions and accelerate the commercial adoption of advanced technologies. The global initiative is aimed at fast-tracking applied AI products with the potential to deliver significant real-world impact. Applications are open to AI startups,...

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates have signed a $1 billion strategic investment agreement to develop what is being positioned as Africa’s largest integrated innovation and artificial intelligence hub, aimed at expanding Ghana’s digital capacity and serving regional and global markets. The project forms part of a broader bilateral partnership between the two countries and […]

Google DeepMind, a United Kingdom-based artificial intelligence company, is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern AI. Led by Demis Hassabis, the company gained global attention for developing computer programs that taught themselves to play chess and later Go, which is often described as the most complex board game in the world. These […]

South Africa ranks as Africa’s most competitive country in artificial intelligence, according to an analysis based on the Global AI Vibrancy Tool and its seven pillars: research and development, responsible AI, economy, talent, policy and governance, public opinion, and infrastructure pasted. The framework includes both absolute and per capita rankings. South Africa placed 36th globally […]

The Trump administration continued its pressure campaign against Venezuela’s president over the weekend, enforcing a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from the country.

A local government in Japan voted Monday to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant, which has been closed since 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.

The latest on the negotiations to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, as talks with representatives from Moscow, Kyiv and the Trump administration continue in Miami this week.

Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?

Ugandan law requires public servants to remain politically neutral and bars them from active politics.

Former world champion and Olympian Lawrence Okolie believes his decision to fight in Lagos will inspire other big British names including Anthony Joshua.

Communities grapple daily with failing health services, entrenched corruption and gender inequality, leaving women and girls literally walking for survival

Mark Constantine tells the BBC he enjoys being a woke nerd and discusses why he backs the High Street and family-run businesses.

The consumer watchdog says weak competition between retailers is keeping profit margins up.

Listed private school group Curro has announced to shareholders that all suspensive conditions for takeover by billionaire Jannie Mouton’s Foundation have been met, making the deal unconditional.

Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and with more US interest rate cuts expected.

KZN National Freedom Party Chairperson, Mbali Shinga has been placed on immediate suspension

The City of Johannesburg is currently facing significant challenges with hijacked buildings.

The proposed salary increases, if approved, could see the President earning R3.4 million annually.

The enquiry is investigating suspended advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

Wales wing Rio Dyer has stopped chasing perfection with Dragons – and reaped the rewards by ending his 12-game try drought.

Paul Lim relives becoming the first player to hit a nine-dart finish at a World Championship in 1990.

Micky van de Ven faced no action for the challenge which led to Alexander Isak’s injury in Liverpool’s win at Tottenham – but did the officials make the right call?

London City Lionesses are set to appoint Spanish coach Edere Maestre as manager following the sacking of Jocelyn Precheur.

The death of DJ Warras has sparked widespread shock and tributes from fellow artists, promoters, and fans across the country.

Bonang Matheba didn’t just look the part, but she did a great job as a host for the Miss Cosmo International pageant in Vietnam.

Siya Kolisi and his kids, who he shares with estranged wife Rachel Kolisi, are on vacation in an island paradise. Can you guess where?

The police are still searching for the remaining two suspects.

Amos Masondo says Johannesburg is facing the same challenges as other cities around the world.

Police say the breakthrough came as promised by the national commissioner.

Are Japanese planners like the Hobonichi really better than American planners? Here’s where they differ and why you might want to switch.

From HIV to TB, scientists and doctors made breakthroughs in treatment and prevention of some of the world’s deadliest diseases

With humanitarian funding slashed by the US and other countries, including the UK, this year’s global health headlines have made grim reading. But good things have still been happening in vaccine research and the development of new and improved treatments for some of...

Videos such as fake ads featuring AI children playing with vibrators or Jeffrey Epstein and Diddy-themed playsets are being made with Sora 2 and posted to TikTok.

The South African Post Office’s bid to have private couriers fined for delivering small parcels — and keeping the proceeds for itself — has been dealt a death blow.

South Africans must take their own steps to prepare and avoid becoming a statistic.

South Africans have a dangerous habit of drunk driving over the holiday period.

TopAuto offers unmatched reach for brands looking to influence South Africa’s most active motoring consumers.

Motorists and rental companies are avoiding cars with this feature over safety concerns.

Illuminating new science on artificial light and our health.