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Algeria Works to Develop Homegrown AI Models Rooted in National Culture and Values

Yesterday at 14:55 PM, via iAfrica

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 […]

Zambia Pilots AI-Powered Learning Platform in Secondary Schools, With Plans to Expand

Yesterday at 14:53 PM, via iAfrica

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 Launches National Mentorship Program to Bring More Women Into Technology Sector

Yesterday at 14:50 PM, via iAfrica

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 […]

University of Pretoria Professor Appointed to UN’s First Global Scientific Panel on AI

Yesterday at 14:47 PM, via iAfrica

A South African computer scientist has been appointed to the United Nations’ first global scientific body dedicated entirely to artificial intelligence, ensuring that African perspectives are represented in the international governance of a technology reshaping economies and societies worldwide. Prof. Vukosi Marivate, director of the African Institute for Data Science and Artificial...

Kenya’s Senate Debates AI Bill That Would Criminalize Deepfakes and Establish National Regulator

Yesterday at 14:43 PM, via iAfrica

Kenya’s Senate is debating a proposed law that would regulate artificial intelligence, criminalize the misuse of AI-generated content and establish a national regulator, as concerns mount over the spread of deepfakes and digitally manipulated material ahead of future elections. The Artificial Intelligence Bill, 2026, sponsored by nominated Sen. Karen Nyamu, would introduce new rules governing […]

Lekota lauded as a man who pursued justice over popularity

Yesterday at 13:21 PM, via SAnews

Lekota lauded as a man who pursued justice over popularity

The late struggle veteran Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota will be remembered as a principled leader who remained steadfast in his pursuit of justice and service to the people, says Deputy President Paul Mashatile.

Delivering the eulogy at Lekota’s Special Official Funeral Category 2 in Bloemfontein on Saturday, Deputy President...

Eskom marks 300 days without load shedding

Yesterday at 11:55 AM, via SAnews

Eskom marks 300 days without load shedding

South Africa has reached 300 consecutive days without load shedding, marking a significant milestone in the recovery of the country’s electricity generation system. 

In a statement on Friday, Eskom said the milestone was achieved at midnight on 12 March 2026, reflecting improvements in the performance and reliability of its generation fleet...

SADC Council of Ministers calls for accelerated regional integration

Yesterday at 11:15 AM, via SAnews

SADC Council of Ministers calls for accelerated regional integration

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers has called for the accelerated implementation of policies and programmes to advance regional integration and development.

The call was made at the conclusion of the two-day Council of Ministers meeting held in Pretoria from 12 to13 March 2026...

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