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South Africa

Central Bank of Egypt and MCIT Launch AI for FinTech Hackathon to Empower Next-Gen Innovators

Today at 11:06 AM, via iAfrica

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), has launched the AI for FinTech Hackathon, an initiative designed to strengthen the digital and analytical capabilities of Egyptian youth. The event forms part of the Digital Egypt Builders Initiative (DEBI) and aligns with Egypt’s national strategy for […]

South Africa

Ethiopia Launches AI-Powered Digital X-Ray System to Accelerate Tuberculosis Detection

Today at 10:44 AM, via iAfrica

Ethiopia has taken a major step forward in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) by launching a national AI-powered digital X-ray system for TB screening. The launch, held on 18 September 2025 during the Annual Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Other Lung Diseases Review Meeting, was officiated by Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health. The World Health […]

South Africa

Egypt’s Film Industry Grapples with the Promise and Peril of Artificial Intelligence

Today at 10:42 AM, via iAfrica

Egypt, long hailed as the “Hollywood of the East,” is confronting a new creative paradox as artificial intelligence (AI) begins to reshape its film and television industry — reviving cinematic heritage while igniting fierce debate over authenticity, ethics, and the very soul of artistic creation. The issue took center stage last Ramadan when a YouTube […]

South Africa

DRC Launches National Digital Plan and First AI Strategy to Become Regional Tech Hub by 2030

Today at 10:35 AM, via iAfrica

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has unveiled two landmark initiatives — the National Digital Plan 2026–2030 (PNN2) and its first National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy — marking a major step toward positioning the country as a regional digital hub by the end of the decade. The launch ceremony, held on October 8 in Kinshasa, […]

Politics

IFP celebrates 50 years in Soweto

Yesterday at 13:27 PM, via SABC News

The IFP was founded on the 21st of March 1975 at KwaNzimela in Melmoth, KwaZulu-Natal

Education

Inside San Francisco’s new AI school: is this the future of US education?

Yesterday at 15:00 PM, via The Guardian

The private Alpha School says its students can learn faster and better – but experts warn not all may benefit from an AI boom in schools

In the world’s tech innovation epicenter, an “AI-powered” private school has made headlines for unabashedly embracing the technology.

Alpha School San Francisco, which opened its doors to K-8 students this fall, is the newest outpost of a network of 14...

Science/Tech

Pepe Coin, Shiba Inu & Remittix Are Three Crypto Assets You Should Include In Your Portfolio Today

Today at 12:24 PM, via Tech Financials

The crypto market is shifting fast and investors are looking for coins that can survive volatility and still offer long-term gains. This week, Pepe Coin, Shiba Inu and Remittix (RTX) are three assets catching everyone’s attention. While Pepe Coin news today shows mixed short-term signals and Shiba Inu updates reveal continued network strength despite price […]

Science/Tech

Ethereum Price Prediction: Will ETH Price Ever Reach $50,000

Today at 12:14 PM, via Tech Financials

The Ethereum price is in the spotlight again as traders ask bigger questions. With ETFs, layer-2 growth and major upgrades on the way, the long-term path matters more than day-to-day swings.  At the same time, Remittix (RTX) is drawing fresh attention for real-world utility and steady growth beyond market speculation. Below, we map the road […]

Science/Tech

Ripple (XRP) Is Facing Tough Competition From Remittix As Institutions Add RTX To Watchlists

Today at 12:08 PM, via Tech Financials

Ripple (XRP) has long been a household name for blockchain payments, but new entrants are now nibbling at its market share. Institutional investors are paying attention to Remittix (RTX), a fast-rising DeFi project that is building momentum quickly with its real-world payment use cases.  As the whole global crypto market shifts towards projects that solve […]

Health

When a Hearing Aid Isn’t Enough

Yesterday at 16:29 PM, via New York Times

More older adults have turned to cochlear implants after Medicare expanded eligibility for the devices.