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Energy leaders gathered in Lusaka this week for a high-level Southern African Power Pool meeting, emphasising regional cooperation, stronger transmission networks, and investment in renewable energy to meet rising electricity demand

Proposed legislative amendments aim to expand the definition of “employee”, potentially exposing businesses to worker reclassification risks and new labour rights obligations.

An urgent appeal has been issued by police to find out who the man is and how and where he died.

Mercedes show a first hint of 2026 vulnerability in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, but still end up with a front-row lock-out to underline their superiority over the field at the start of this season.

Eskom is in the process of issuing notices to defaulting municipalities before cutting power

Algeria’s Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Start-ups, and Micro-enterprises is working to develop artificial intelligence models tailored to the country’s cultural and social specificities, Minister Noureddine Ouadah said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a working visit to the Wilaya of Médéa, Ouadah said the growing importance of AI across sectors had prompted the […]

The Zambian government has signed a memorandum of agreement with U.K.-based Obrizum Group to pilot the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms, with a launch of the initial phase scheduled for mid-April, the Ministry of Technology and Science announced March 9. The agreement was signed in Lusaka and will initially target secondary school students before […]

Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform has launched a national mentorship program in partnership with Capgemini aimed at strengthening the digital inclusion of young women, with more than 80% of the inaugural cohort already beginning internships. The program entered its operational phase with the launch of the first professional placements on March 4 […]

Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.

One of Bolsonaro’s doctor’s described the former Brazilian president’s medical condition as “serious.”

Escalation of the Iran conflict is sending shockwaves through global markets — driving up oil, fuel, and commodity prices, stoking inflation and recession risks worldwide. We hear from three NPR reporters in Europe, Asia and Russia.

The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.‎

Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at “different options” to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills.

Incidents of collapse are increasing across South Africa and points to serious failures in the regulated construction industry.

South African passport holders can now visit 100 countries without a visa, down from 101 in January, ranking the South African passport 47th globally.

Drivers and businesses say the rising price of fuel is putting their livelihoods at risk.

Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Mashatile delivered the eulogy at Lekota’s funeral service at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Lekota’s funeral service is under way at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

British skier Menna Fitzpatrick is looking ahead to 2030 after ending her Milan-Cortina programme with fifth place in the visually impaired slalom.

Elfyn Evans has been forced to retire from Rally Kenya after his car suffered suspension damage on Saturday.

Orlando Pirates FC have one eye on the future and if everything goes according to plan, they could dominate for awhile.

Betway Premiership highflyers Orlando Pirates are back in action. They host Siwelele FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena.

Education secretary has claimed lawyers’ criticisms of her department’s policy changes are motivated by profit

Lawyers have been accused of exploiting parents of children with special needs by the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who claimed their criticisms of the government’s policy changes were motivated by profit.

Speaking at the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)...

Lanes have at last reopened along an important traffic link in Claremont following emergency repairs to a popular bridge.

A South African woman who once served as a pilot during the Korean War recently celebrated her 103rd birthday.

Kobe Bryant, Prince and Michael Jackson anchor the emotional but funny tribute video.

The woman beside Black Coffee: From her age to her career, here’s what we know about the DJ’s girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez.

Lobsters washing up on Western Cape beaches may have looked like a windfall to some, but collecting them could land you in hospital or in handcuffs.

Dignitaries addressed an Iftar dinner in Midrand on Thursday evening where they highlighted the need to end international conflicts.

“It was nice because for the first time in a qualifying session I was able to find lap times every time I was going on track.”

He, however, refused to disclose what happened to the stolen items.

Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with these tips to snag the best deals on quality refurbished and used electronics.

First major study on ‘AI psychosis’ suggests chatbots can encourage delusions among vulnerable people

A new scientific review raises concerns about how chatbots powered by artificial intelligence may encourage delusional thinking, especially in vulnerable people.

A summary of existing evidence on artificial intelligence-induced psychosis was published last week in the Lancet Psychiatry,...

Who needs a supercomputer when you can calculate pi with a box of sewing needles?

2025 represented an exceptional year for pre-owned vehicle sales.

South Africa could be facing massive petrol price hikes next month due to the conflict in the Middle East, making it more important than ever for motorists to conserve fuel.

The Toyota Corolla Cross is by far the most popular car in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing segments.