Early morning fire destroys warehouse in Langlaagte, Johannesburg
EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says no injuries have been reported.
South Africa
Gcina Dhladhla to be laid to rest in Soweto
Dhladhla died while at work after allegedly notifying supervisors that she was not feeling well.
Mauritania and World Bank Expand WARDIP Programme to Include AI Infrastructure and Skills
Mauritania and the World Bank have agreed to provide additional financing under the West Africa Regional Digital Integration Program to expand its scope to include artificial intelligence infrastructure, the country’s digital ministry announced. The agreement was reached during a working session between Minister Ahmed Salem Bede and a World Bank delegation led by Michel Rogy, […]
Côte d’Ivoire Unveils 2035 Digital Strategy With AI Among Seven Priority Pillars
Côte d’Ivoire is preparing a new digital strategy through 2035 that places artificial intelligence among its seven priority pillars, as the country seeks to transform public services and strengthen its digital ecosystem. The roadmap was presented on June 1 by Minister of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation Djibril Ouattara at the opening of the sixth […]
Rwanda Approves National AI Agency, Becoming First African Country With Dedicated AI Institution
Rwanda has approved the establishment of a National Artificial Intelligence Agency — the country’s first institution dedicated entirely to AI — following a Cabinet meeting chaired by President Paul Kagame on Monday. The agency will oversee AI deployment, governance, research, skills development, ethics, industry growth and international partnerships. It takes over responsibilities...
Libya Adopts AI Ethics Charter and Launches National AI Strategy 2026–2030 With 35 Initiatives Across Six Pillars
Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbaiba of the Government of National Unity has announced the adoption of an Artificial Intelligence Ethics Charter and launched the country’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2026–2030 — making Libya the latest African nation to formalize a comprehensive framework for AI-led digital transformation. Unveiled at an official ceremony in Tripoli on June […]
Well wishes for Comrades Marathon participants
Well wishes for Comrades Marathon participants
Government has extended its well wishes and support to the thousands of local and international athletes set to participate in the historic Comrades Marathon this Sunday, 14 June 2026.
“To all the athletes, volunteers, organisers, medical teams, security personnel, and support crews working tirelessly behind the scenes: Ska Fela Moya...
Special Official funeral for amaNdebela akwaManala King
Special Official funeral for amaNdebela akwaManala King
The traditional leader of the amaNdebele akwaManala, King Makhosoke II – Enock Makhosoke Mabhena – will be afforded a special Official Funeral Category 1, with military honours as declared by President Cyril Ramaphosa.
The leader passed away at the age of 65 on Tuesday, following four decades on the throne.
“The funeral of...
Deputy President engages Traditional Leadership on mutual progress
Deputy President engages Traditional Leadership on mutual progress
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has described the institution of traditional leadership as a living heritage which continues to shape South Africa’s destiny.
The Deputy President, in his capacity as Chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Task Team on Matters of Traditional Leadership, engaged with the leaders in...
Chikunga calls for representation for persons with Down syndrome
Chikunga calls for representation for persons with Down syndrome
Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has urged governments, organisations and communities to ensure that persons with Down syndrome are meaningfully included in decisions that affect their lives.
The Minister made the call at a side event hosted by Down Syndrome...
Over 300 new houses for Gauteng residents
Over 300 new houses for Gauteng residents
In fulfilling the commitment to accelerate the delivery of houses, over 318 newly built houses were handed over to beneficiaries at the Droogeheuwel Mega Project in the Rand West Local Municipality in Gauteng.Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements, Tasneem Motara, handed over the newly built houses on Thursday.“The housing handover forms part...
Public comment period into draft Public Procurement Regulations extended
Public comment period into draft Public Procurement Regulations extended
National Treasury has announced the public comment period of the draft General Public Procurement Regulations, 2026, to run until 15 July 2026.This as it published the draft regulations for public comment in terms of section 63(1) of the Public Procurement Act, 2024 (Act No. 28 of 2024), in Government Gazette...
Abrahams to highlight government-industry drive to boost manufacturing
Abrahams to highlight government-industry drive to boost manufacturing
As part of efforts to strengthen partnerships between government and the manufacturing sector, Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams will deliver the keynote address at the KwaZulu-Natal Clothing and Textile Cluster’s (KZNCTC) 20th Anniversary Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Durban...
Correctional Services ready to make its mark at 2026 Comrades Marathon
Correctional Services ready to make its mark at 2026 Comrades Marathon
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is set to make a strong statement at the 2026 Comrades Marathon, with a formidable contingent of 207 officials ready to take on the iconic Up Run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, on Sunday.
Widely regarded as The Ultimate Human Race, the Comrades Marathon demands...
Comrades Marathon road closures announced ahead of race day
Comrades Marathon road closures announced ahead of race day
The eThekwini Municipality has advised the public of road closures ahead of the 99th Comrades Marathon on Sunday.
According to the city, 21 600 athletes will take part in the event, while an estimated 65 000 spectators are expected to travel from across South Africa and abroad to witness the Ultimate Human Race.
This...
BMA officials intercepts nine Bangladeshi nationals using fraudulent passports
BMA officials intercepts nine Bangladeshi nationals using fraudulent passports
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato; has commended BMA immigration officials for intercepting nine Bangladeshi nationals on Thursday morning at OR Tambo International Airport, who attempted to enter South Africa using fraudulent travel documents and Indian...
Cold front brings cold conditions to parts of Western Cape and Northern Cape
Cold front brings cold conditions to parts of Western Cape and Northern Cape
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecast very cold, wet and windy conditions for the southern parts of the Namakwa District in the Northern Cape and the Witzenberg Municipality in the Western Cape on Friday.
The conditions are linked to a cold front expected to bring significant...
Treasury provides update on funding programme
Treasury provides update on funding programme
South Africa has successfully achieved its budgeted foreign currency funding requirement for the 2026/27 fiscal year, National Treasury has said.“The foreign funding programme, amounting to approximately US$3.2 billion, has been fully funded through concessional financing secured from development finance institutions and multilateral...
Bafana Bafana showed resilience in tough World Cup fixture
Bafana Bafana showed resilience in tough World Cup fixture
Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, has praised Bafana Bafana’s relentless effort and attitude to never give up following their 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the FIFA World Cup opening game on Thursday night.”Our boys showed resilience against all odds. They never folded and kept it...
Free State Health opens new facility, increasing access for children
Free State Health opens new facility, increasing access for children
The Free State Department of Health is expanding access to minimally invasive cardiac care for children with the opening of the Paediatric Cardiology Catheterisation Laboratory at Universitas Academic Hospital.
The digitally enabled state‑of‑the‑art facility will serve children from the Free State and...
SAPS warns against buying or selling goods through online platforms
SAPS warns against buying or selling goods through online platforms
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has warned community members to be vigilant when buying or selling goods through online platforms such as Facebook Marketplace and other online trading sites.
The warning follows a carjacking and armed robbery incident reported in Motherwell on Wednesday, at approximately...