Over 100 complaints lodged against Hawks’ DPIC in one year: Legodi
He says the Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal have a high number of complaints
South Africa
Three Limpopo learners arrested for alleged bullying
Police say the bullying victim attempted suicide at his home and was rescued by his parents.
New forensic lab expected to help clear backlog in KZN
The forensic laboratory is expected to help deal with backlog of cases.
Bail hearing in Limpopo insurance killings postponed to 12 May
The bail application of eight accused in the insurance-related killings case has been adjourned.
Wits Hosts AI and African Music Showcase, Spotlighting Tools Built for Cultural Preservation and Creativity
The University of the Witwatersrand hosted an artificial intelligence and music showcase at its Johannesburg campus April 16, bringing together five teams of musicians and technologists from across the continent to demonstrate AI tools developed specifically for African musical traditions. The event, organized by the Wits Innovation Centre and the Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery […]
Kenya Leads African AI Adoption as Country Prepares to Host Major Global Technology Conference
Kenya has recorded the highest AI adoption rate among surveyed African markets, with more than 35% of Kenyan organizations already achieving advanced or widespread AI implementation, according to a new report by Zoho conducted by Arion Research. The report, titled “The AI Privacy Equation: Youthful Innovation Meets Privacy Leadership in Kenya,” found that businesses are […]
Egypt and Visa Discuss AI-Powered Trade Sandbox and Expanded Digital Investment at IMF Meetings
Egypt’s Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid Saleh met with Visa executives in Washington to discuss expanding the company’s investments in Egypt and establishing the country’s first TradeTech Sandbox, an AI-powered initiative designed to enhance exports and identify new markets using advanced data analytics. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the […]
Angola’s Tax Authority Deploys AI to Detect Fraud and Tighten Compliance Among Major Taxpayers
Angola’s tax authority has introduced AI-powered mechanisms to identify fraudulent activity and improve compliance, with its chairman pledging that any cases of fraud involving agency staff will be immediately reported to authorities. José Leiria, chairman of the Administração Geral Tributária, told major taxpayers that the agency has introduced intelligence-based mechanisms to help map...
Zambia Consolidates 12 Million Patient Records Into Unified System, Laying Groundwork for AI-Driven Healthcare
Zambia has consolidated more than 12 million patient records into a unified electronic health records system, creating what officials describe as a foundation for AI-ready healthcare delivery across the country. The announcement was made by SMART Zambia Institute National Coordinator Percy Chinyama during the Digital and Intelligent Health Forum of the World Internet Conference, held […]
Parliament yet to receive JSC report on Judge Mbenenge
Parliament has confirmed it has not yet received the JSC report on Mbenenge.
Three dead, three others wounded after shooting in Rabie Ridge
Three people have been shot dead and three others wounded including a police officer.
Mugabe, co-accused seek for suspended sentence
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze have appeared before the Alexandra Regional Court.
Govt communicators urged to uphold professionalism and ethical standards
Govt communicators urged to uphold professionalism and ethical standards
Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) Deputy Director-General Michael Currin has urged government communicators to uphold ethical communication, integrity, honesty and professionalism at all times.
“We are not merely conveyors of information; we are the bridge between government and the...
Manhunt launched for suspects in Walmer quadruple murder case
Manhunt launched for suspects in Walmer quadruple murder case
Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect or suspects involved in a quadruple murder that took place in Walmer in the early hours of Friday.
Police officers responded to a shooting complaint at approximately 12:34am on Friday via radio control.
According to the police, upon arrival at a residence on Ndlovu Street in...
Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine plant to be built in SA
Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine plant to be built in SA
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, the European Commission and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have announced a landmark financing partnership to support Biovac in building Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine manufacturing facility in South Africa.
The project is aimed at strengthening Africa’s...
SAWS warns of cold front bringing wet, windy conditions across SA
SAWS has warned of an approaching cold front expected to affect large parts of the country
Seven houses officially handed over to military veterans
Seven houses officially handed over to military veterans
The Department of Human Settlements, in partnership with the City of Matlosana, hosted a housing hand over ceremony for military veterans on Friday.
The programme began with a briefing session at the City Council Committee Room.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, Fikile Mahlophe, officially opened the session,...
Small business summit adopts declaration on MSME growth
Small business summit adopts declaration on MSME growth
The government, together with key small business ecosystem stakeholders, has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating inclusive, sustainable, and enterprise-led local economic development following the conclusion of the National Local Economic Development (LED) Summit 2026.
This commitment has been expressed in the LED Summit...
KZN woman handed life sentence for raping 8-year-old brother
She was sentenced to an additional five years for showing pornographic material to the child.
Forensic lab to strengthen fight against crime
Forensic lab to strengthen fight against crime
The handover of a forensic laboratory is set to strengthen in KwaZulu-Natal’s efforts to fight crime.“The facility will support investigative forensic work of the South African Police Service [SAPS] in KwaZulu-Natal. “It brings together specialised forensic services into a single, secure and fit-for purpose environment,...
Government calls on private sector to drive skills revolution through partnerships
Government calls on private sector to drive skills revolution through partnerships
Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has called on business, labour, civil society and government to work together to transform the country’s skills base, create jobs, drive economic transformation, and build a capable state that can meet the demands of a changing workforce.
He...