Asteroid 2024 Y4 had reached a 3.1% likelihood of impact but further data has rendered it negligible

It was a discovery that lead to panic-inducing headlines: a giant asteroid found to be hurtling towards Earth that, while unlikely to wipe out life, could do some serious damage.

But now the world can breathe a sigh of relief. After the odds of a future collision rose earlier this year, the...

Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has emphasised the importance of regulating private healthcare costs to guarantee that affordable healthcare remains accessible to the majority of South Africans. “There is a serious concern about access to private healthcare in the country, given the high levels of market concentration and high prices,” he said […]

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) has expressed its strong support for government’s vision to bolster innovation as articulated by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA). The department said the Innovation Fund will be a key priority for the government in the 2025/26 financial year, with implementation […]

A team from Switzerland has kicked off an ambitious road trip across South Africa in a solar-powered Tesla Model X.

Historically, players relied on traditional banking methods such as credit and debit cards for transactions. While these methods are still prevalent, they often come with challenges like processing delays and higher fees. The integration of fintech solutions has introduced alternative payment methods that address these issues, offering enhanced security and convenience. E-Wallets and Mobile...

Exclusive: Researchers aim to develop new techniques to relieve symptoms after finding ‘strong’ link to brain wave

Scientists say brain stimulation could be used to treat anxiety in people with Parkinson’s disease, after they made an “exciting” discovery about brain waves.

More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s, and about one in three have troublesome anxiety that...

Huawei South Africa’s position as a top employer, as certified by the Top Employers Institute for the eighth year running in 2025, reflects the company’s substantial impact on the local employment landscape.  This sustained recognition highlights Huawei’s deep dedication to its employees and the company’s significant investment in creating a positive work environment. As a […]

 McDonald’s South Africa has donated Mi Desks to two primary schools in Cape Town to improve learning conditions for young students. This donation addresses the lack of proper school furniture, with Grade 1 learners currently writing on the floor. The Mi Desk, an innovative and mobile learning solution, has been endorsed by the Department of […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has intensified its call for President Cyril Ramaphosa to remove Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, following revelations that the criminal investigation into her alleged misconduct has expanded to encompass unauthorized expenditures totaling R80 million. “The fact that President Ramaphosa has dilly-dallied for so long on this most serious matter of […]

The internet giant says it is aware customers are experiencing problems and is working to fix them.

Liquidators of VBS Mutual Bank have recovered R617-million in looted funds but many people who invested their savings in the bank will only get 26% back. Several municipalities have also lost about 75% of their money,. The Limpopo government promises strict controls on recovered funds, including mandatory public reporting and collaboration with law enforcement. Despite […]

Vehicles on South Africa’s roads are now more likely to be hijacked than stolen, according to new data from Tracker.

Minister Parks Tau has postponed announcing the new lottery operator for another 12 months, marking the third delay since July 2022. The lucrative licence is worth about R180-billion over five years. The current operating licence held by Ithuba expires 31 May 2025, but the bidding adjudication period for a new operator only ends May 2026. […]

The Competition Commission has Google, X, Meta Platforms and other tech and social media companies in its sights.

 Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific provinces in South Africa. The Tracker Vehicle Crime Index aggregates information from Tracker’s more than 1.1 million...

Shenzhen, known as the “Capital of Technology” and the “City of the Future”, stands as a global innovation powerhouse driving the future of tech. Home to world-renowned tech giants such as Tencent, Huawei, and DJI, Shenzhen has cemented its position as a hub for cutting-edge industries. The city thrives in areas like artificial intelligence, big […]

Solly Malatsi met with the GSMA, the World Bank and other industry players on Monday to discuss device affordability.

Elon Musk’s Starlink communications network is facing increasingly stiff challenges to its dominance of high-speed satellite internet.

Last year was a record one for cybersecurity. Looking back at the final quarter, the numbers speak for themselves.

Scores of people experience complications after change from Tysabri to Tyruko as part of NHS drive to save money

‘It was awful for me’: one MS patient shares her experience with Tyruko

Scores of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) have suffered debilitating side-effects after being put on to a cheaper new drug as part of an NHS drive to save money.

About 170 MS patients at Charing Cross...