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Mozambique Creates National AI Commission and Digital Transformation Agency to Drive Modernization

Today at 17:09 PM, via iAfrica

Mozambique has established a dedicated national agency to lead its digital transformation agenda, alongside a new National Commission for Artificial Intelligence, following deliberations at a recent Council of Ministers meeting. The announcement was made by Minister of State Administration and government spokesperson Inocêncio Impissa at a press conference following the meeting. The Digital...

Kenya and EU Strengthen Digital Partnership at Tech Forum, With Focus on AI Policy and Infrastructure

Today at 17:07 PM, via iAfrica

Kenya and the European Union have strengthened their digital partnership with a focus on building secure and future-ready digital infrastructure, following discussions at the EU-Kenya Tech Business Offer Forum held March 18 in Nairobi. Speaking at the forum, Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy John Tanui emphasized Kenya’s commitment to aligning national priorities […]

Rwanda Launches Digital Public Infrastructure Strategy to Lay Groundwork for AI and Inclusive Growth

Today at 17:06 PM, via iAfrica

Rwanda has unveiled a national Digital Public Infrastructure strategy aimed at improving how institutions share data, deliver services and support digital innovation, with officials saying the initiative will also accelerate the country’s ambitions in artificial intelligence. The strategy was introduced during Rwanda’s first DPI Day, held March 9 and organized by the Rwanda Information Society […]

Tshwane University of Technology Expert Joins World Bank AI Consultation in Pretoria

Today at 17:04 PM, via iAfrica

A Tshwane University of Technology artificial intelligence expert is representing the institution at a World Bank Group regional consultation in Pretoria this week, contributing to the analytical framework for the upcoming World Development Report 2026, themed “Artificial Intelligence for Development.” Prof. Anish Kurien, acting director of the TUT AI Hub, is participating in the consultation, […]

Ghana Launches National AI Training Program for Public Sector as Part of 24-Hour Economy Push

Today at 17:02 PM, via iAfrica

Ghana is intensifying efforts to integrate artificial intelligence across public institutions as part of a broader strategy to boost productivity and drive economic transformation, with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations leading the initiative. The push was highlighted during the National AI Expert Training Programme held in Akuse in the Eastern Region from […]

Municipalities urged to strengthen governance systems, maintain public trust

Today at 15:50 PM, via SAnews

Municipalities urged to strengthen governance systems, maintain public trust

Discussions on improving the status of service delivery and sustainability, sharing best practices and developing joint strategies to enhance municipal performance, took centre stage during a Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) engagement session with mayors of metropolitan...

Decline in road crash stats

Today at 15:25 PM, via SAnews

Decline in road crash stats

Government is making progress in reducing road accidents, with the latest preliminary data for the period 1 January to 15 March showing an 11% decline in crashes compared to the same period in 2025.

“Every province has seen a decrease in the number of crashes. Fatalities have decreased by 10% compared with the same period last year,” Minister of...

Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros 

Today at 15:22 PM, via SAnews

Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros 

A call for the urgent strengthening of intergovernmental relations and strategic partnerships to revitalise governance and service delivery in South Africa’s metropolitan municipalities has been made.Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, made the call at an engagement session...

Government and industry reassures public of fuel supply

Today at 15:01 PM, via SAnews

Government and industry reassures public of fuel supply

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association has moved to assure South Africans of a stable fuel supply, with no need for consumers to panic buy.“The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has noted with concern the circulation of statements and messages by certain...

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