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Power system ‘stable’ as festive season demand approaches
Eskom has assured that it will keep the lights on this festive season and meet demand.
In a statement, the power utility said the national power system remains stable and consistently meets “demand as Eskom’s generation performance continues to improve”.
“The success of the Generation Recovery Plan, combined with the...
Gauteng to intensify tavern crackdown following Bekkersdal shooting
Acting Gauteng Premier, Jacob Mamabolo, has condemned the escalation in mass shootings that have occurred in the province.
This after a mass shooting at a tavern in Bekkersdal claimed the lives of at least nine people and left 10 injured.
Earlier this month, another mass shooting in Saulsville, Tshwane, left at...
Instead of securing the release of their relative who had been arrested for allegedly possessing an unlicensed AK-47 assault rifle and 13 rounds of ammunition, two people who allegedly tried to bribe police now find themselves alongside him behind bars.
RTMC urges motorists to ensure full road traffic compliance
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has encouraged vehicle owners to use their end of year bonuses and payouts from savings clubs or stokvels to fix their vehicles and renew vehicle licences ahead of festive season travel.
“With the festive season fast approaching many people are finalising their travel plans....
Table Mountain ready to welcome visitors this festive season
The South African National Parks (SANParks) says it is fully prepared to welcome increased visitor numbers to Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) this festive season.
Visitors can expect an enjoyable visit at TMNP’s iconic sites, strong safety measures, and enhanced firefighting and environmental protection...
Egypt, through its Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, has led the adoption of a United Nations resolution on artificial intelligence technologies in telecommunication development, reinforcing support for developing countries in the global digital transition. The resolution was adopted during the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, hosted by Azerbaijan, after...
Mozambique’s National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies is leading the development of a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, with technical support from United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, to guide the ethical and inclusive use of emerging technologies. The initiative was outlined by Lourino Chemane, chairman of the board of the...
Zimbabwe’s recently launched National Artificial Intelligence Strategy has been welcomed by stakeholders as a timely and forward-looking policy, with calls for its implementation to deliberately harness local skills, institutions and capital. Speaking in an interview with NewsDay, Indigenous Advisory Practitioners Association of Zimbabwe (IAPAZ) Secretary Last Matema said the strategy signals...
A team from Ain Shams University’s artificial intelligence program has won the award for best project among Egyptian public and national universities, the university said in a statement. The team was honoured during the fourth edition of the Egyptian Women’s Summit, held Dec. 13 and 14 at Nile University. The competition included a STEM and […]
Libya has launched its first Artificial Intelligence Youth Club in the city of Bani Walid, marking a strategic move to equip young people with future-oriented digital skills. The initiative was announced by the Ministry of Youth through the Dinar Martyrs Centre for Youth Care and aims to provide Libyan youth with practical training in artificial […]
The Gambia has signed a landmark agreement with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences in Senegal to strengthen national capacity in advanced mathematics, data science and artificial intelligence. The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology signed a memorandum of understanding with AIMS on Dec. 10, 2025, in Mbour, Senegal. The agreement is part […]
Strategy to combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease strengthened The Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has expressed confidence in South Africa’s intensified strategy to combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).“South Africa now has a realistic and technically sound roadmap to realise its goal of FMD-free status with vaccination, a crucial step for restoring confidence in export markets...
Mashatile hails Mafolo’s role in shaping democratic South Africa
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has paid tribute to late ANC stalwart and intellectual Magashe Titus Mafolo, describing him as a principled leader whose life’s work helped shape South Africa’s democratic governance, intellectual thought and African identity.
The Deputy President was delivering the eulogy at the funeral...
Statistics record an increase in arrests for festive season
The number of people arrested for violating traffic laws since the start of December has increased by 16.2% compared to the same period last year, largely due to intensified law enforcement operations being conducted nationwide.
In addition, 53 pedestrians were arrested for jaywalking on freeways, and 26 motorists were...
Be vigilance as heavy rainfall expected over festive season
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected during the festive season.
According to current weather forecasts, above-normal rainfall is expected across the central and eastern parts of South...
Be vigilant as heavy rainfall expected over festive season
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected during the festive season.
According to current weather forecasts, above-normal rainfall is expected across the central and eastern parts of South...
Preliminary data records a reduction in road fatalities
The Department of Transport’s mid-term festive season preliminary road safety report shows a decline in road fatalities compared to the same period last year, with 113 lives saved.
“The number of fatal crashes last year this time was 545, compared to the 431 we have seen this year. The fatal crashes took 638 lives last year...
BMA ensures law enforcement at ports of entry
The enhanced security measures implemented by the Border Management Authority (BMA) across the country’s ports of entry are ensuring that law transgressors are stopped in their tracks.
This operation is part of a strengthened multi-layered approach designed to ensure safe, efficient and well-coordinated border management during this peak...
Heritage Council mourns passing of council member
The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) has announced the passing of its Council Member, Dr Natalie Skeepers, saying her passing is a loss to the public sector.
In a statement on Thursday, the Council which is an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, said Skeepers passed away unexpectedly on 15 December...
South Africa defends immigration enforcement, engages US over data allegations
South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its immigration laws and upholding national sovereignty, while indicating that allegations involving the private data of United States officials will be addressed through diplomatic channels.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Department of...
If the past couple of months have proven anything, it’s that food remains our most fluent and flexible universal language. If there was a unifying theme, it would be the chaos of making food stretch…