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World

NWU Master’s Student From Rural Ventersdorp Champions Responsible AI Governance for Africa

Today at 13:36 PM, via iAfrica

A master’s student at North-West University who grew up in a rural community near Ventersdorp is researching the national security risks of artificial intelligence, arguing that African countries must actively shape AI governance rather than simply adapt to frameworks developed elsewhere. Lebogang Marago is pursuing a Master of Arts in political studies in the Department […]

Business

R3 per litre pain for South Africa is coming

Today at 15:42 PM, via BusinessTech

The R3 per litre fuel levy relief granted to South African motorists in April is going to come back to bite, one way or another.

Education

South Africa: Deputy President Launches 4IR Lab in Mpumalanga

Today at 13:17 PM, via AllAfrica

[SAnews.gov.za] The Chairperson of the Human Resource Development Council, Deputy President Paul Mashatile, will on Tuesday officially launch the Gert Sibande Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) lab and Centre of Specialisation Millwright Workshop in the Mpumalanga Province.

Education

Malawi: Maranatha Academy Breaks Own Record As 431 Students Secure Public University Selection

Today at 12:50 PM, via AllAfrica

[Nyasa Times] It is a moment of triumph, pride, and proof that results speak louder than promises. Maranatha Academy has once again raised the bar, with a record 431 students now selected to public universities across Malawi–an increase from 405–following the latest release of selections including the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) City Campus.

Science/Tech

You Need to Be More Freaked Out by Shingles

Today at 16:00 PM, via Wired

The viral infection leaves millions with chronic pain, increased stroke risk, and lifelong nerve damage—yet vaccination rates remain dangerously low.

Science/Tech

Hate small talk? You may enjoy that ‘dull’ chat more than you think, say researchers

Today at 15:00 PM, via The Guardian

Participants reported enjoying the human connection regardless of whether they thought the topic was dull

The human aversion to dull experiences was nailed by the author Paulo Coelho when he declared: “I can stand defeats, pain, anger. But I can’t stand boredom.”

But the natural desire to avoid boring conversations comes at a cost, according to researchers, who found that people enjoyed...

Motoring

New international airport for South Africa

Today at 15:00 PM, via TopAuto

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition is planning to build a new international airport and smart city in South Africa.

Health

Are spider bites on the rise in England?

Today at 12:55 PM, via BBC News

NHS figures for England suggest a small increase in admissions and experts say noble false widow spiders could be to blame.