Saul welcomes national disaster classification for severe weather
85 villages have been affected, 26 bridges damaged, 26 schools affected, disrupting lessons.
South Africa
Recent severe weather events classified as national disaster
SAWS issued a weather advisory for cold, wet and windy conditions.
Madlanga Commission hearings to focus on drug seizures
Madlanga Commission hearings to focus on drug seizures
The Madlanga Commission’s hearings in the week ahead will continue to focus on drug seizures by South African law enforcement agencies, as well as the handling and theft or disappearance of narcotic substances in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.“This is a continuation of the testimony of several witnesses last week, including the...
Suspected kidnapper killed in a shootout with police in KZN
The kidnapped man was released the following day after a R90.000 ransom was paid
Moms celebrate Mother’s Day in style at Johannesburg Zoo
Moms and grandmothers were treated to an intimate session of music performances
Over 200 families left stranded following Eastern Cape floods
The organisation says roads and bridges leading into the remote region are impassable.
Men’s mental health crisis a silent national emergency: Chikunga
Men suffer in silence due to stigma while limited access to mental health services has worsened.
Pietermaritzburg court sentences man to life for killing girlfriend
Zuma’s friend was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for restraining Mkhize during the attack
Lobishe warns residents to save water to avoid future drought crisis
The recent rainfall that hit parts of the EC has brought needed relief to drought stricken areas
Severe weather warning issued ahead of second cold front in W. Cape
Search and rescue teams have been pre-positioned and Eskom rapid response units remain on standby.
City Power appeals for information after guard killed in Denver
Security officer Thalasizwe Gasa was shot and killed by unknown suspects while on duty
Cameroon’s BleagLee Wins $1 Million Milken-Motsepe Prize for AI-Powered Waste Recycling Innovation
Cameroon-based AI-powered waste recycling company BleagLee has been named the $1 million grand prize winner of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing, the Milken Institute and Motsepe Foundation announced at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles. BleagLee uses patented AI software to detect and collect waste across communities, processing plastic, agricultural and […]
Strathmore Global Institute Tanzania Signs Partnership With Africa Research Institute for AI on Leadership Development
Strathmore Global Institute Tanzania has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Africa Research Institute for AI to connect AI research with executive leadership development across the region. The agreement was signed earlier this month and marks the start of a collaboration designed to give Tanzanian professionals and organizations access to AI-informed training and innovation-led […]
African Youth Invited to Submit AI Innovation Cases for China-Africa Competition and Study Visit
The Secretariat of the Chinese Follow-up Committee of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation has launched an AI Case Innovation Competition and Study Visit for African Youth, inviting young Africans to submit artificial intelligence application cases for the chance to travel to China for exchange and study programmes. The activity is part of the official roster […]
Mozambique Establishes National Commission for Artificial Intelligence to Advise Government on Ethics, Law and Workforce
Mozambique has established a National Commission for Artificial Intelligence to advise the government on the ethical, legal, security and social dimensions of AI, including its use in the labour market. According to the Council of Ministers’ decree creating the commission — known by its Portuguese acronym CNIA, which came into force in April — the […]
Zambia and China Push for Inclusive AI Capacity-Building at UN Forum
Zambia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Chola Milambo, has called for developing countries to pursue inclusive, equitable AI engagement anchored in national development priorities, in remarks delivered at a UN event focused on bridging the global AI divide. Milambo spoke May 6 at an event organized by Zambia, China and the China Association for […]
Speaker weighs options as MKP files no-confidence motion
Parliament must revive impeachment processes against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Two senior police officers, civilian arrested for illicit metals
They were arrested in Houghton, Johannesburg, this Sunday morning.
Tau emphasises importance of transformation of SA’s economy
Tau emphasises importance of transformation of SA’s economy
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, says the transformation of the South African economy is critical and that there is no room for apology in pursuing it. Tau made these remarks during a meeting with the Royal Chancellor of the Zulu Nation, Inkosi Malusi Zondi and the Royal Economic Council in...
DPSA notes GEMS contribution adjustment
DPSA notes GEMS contribution adjustment
Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, has noted the recent announcements by the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) and organised labour regarding the adjustment of the 2026 contribution increase. The Minister said that the period leading up to this outcome was characterised by intensive engagements and,...
Trio arrested for alleged possession of precious metals
Trio arrested for alleged possession of precious metals
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the arrest of two senior officers and a civilian, allegedly linked to the illegal dealing and unlawful possession of precious metals.This follows an intensive investigation by the Gauteng Counter-Intelligence Operations (GCI-OPS).The arrests were effected over the weekend by...