FRIDAY, 29 AUGUST 2025, 07:33
Two men arrested for stock theft in the Eastern Cape
The formation of the District Stock Theft Task Team is beginning to show positive results in the OR Tambo District, according to the South African Police Service (SAPS).
This follows the arrest of two men for their suspected involvement in stock theft on Thursday.
On Thursday, at around 01:00, members from the task team...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform Africa’s economies, unlocking up to $100 billion annually if barriers to adoption are addressed, according to McKinsey’s 2025 report, Leading, Not Lagging: Africa’s Gen AI Opportunity. With 70% of sub-Saharan Africa’s population under 30, the continent’s youthful demographic could become its greatest advantage—but only if...
At the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), Japan unveiled an ambitious plan to strengthen its influence in Africa by proposing the creation of a new “Indian Ocean–Africa economic zone.” The initiative seeks to deepen integration between Africa, India, the Middle East, and other Indian Ocean economies while driving sustainable development across […]
Google has announced the launch of AI Mode in Search for users in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, with the rollout starting 21 August 2025. Powered by a custom version of Google’s Gemini 2.5 model, the feature introduces advanced reasoning, multimodal inputs, and deeper content exploration capabilities. “AI Mode helps users tackle complex, multi-part questions […]
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month this coming August, Samantha Singh, Founder and Director of Fluid Intellect, is being spotlighted as one of the country’s most influential women in technology. A visionary leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation, Samantha’s work exemplifies how women are not only participating in but actively shaping the future […]
As we observe Women’s Month, it’s a critical time for corporate South Africa to reflect on our progress in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and to strategically plan for a future where every individual can thrive. Organisations with robust DEI practices consistently demonstrate enhanced innovation, stronger financial performance, and higher employee engagement. In a nation […]
President urges deeper South Africa–Japan trade and investment ties
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for stronger economic and investment partnerships between South Africa and Japan, highlighting the opportunities in critical minerals, renewable energy, agriculture and advanced manufacturing.
Addressing the South Africa–Japan Business Forum on the sidelines of the Tokyo...
Tributes for ITHPCSA member, Mme Ntswaki Maria Siease
The Interim Traditional Health Practitioners Council of South Africa (ITHPCSA) has announced the passing of Mme Ntswaki Maria Siease, a dedicated member of the council, who passed away earlier this month.The ITHPCSA praised Siease who passed away on 12 August, for her distinguished service and unwavering commitment to the...
Eastern Cape police have launched a manhunt for nine gunmen who bombed an ATM at a filling station on the N2 near Fort Jackson, Mdantsane, during the early hours of Thursday.
Health Minister to host NHI session Cape Town
Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, will this evening engage with medical students and the healthcare community at the University of Cape Town.This discussion will focus on the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, a legislative reform aimed at achieving universal health coverage and addressing the healthcare needs of all South...
Call for investment in health of women, children and adolescents
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders to intensify investments in the health and rights of women, children and adolescents, warning that the cost of inaction would be measured in lives lost, diminished futures and destabilised communities.The President was delivering an address on Thursday at the United...
Deputy Minister Moraka strengthens ties with Jordan, UAE
The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Thandi Moraka, is on an official visit to Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen South Africa’s relations with the two countries.
The visit, which began on 15 August 2025, aims to promote stronger people-to-people cooperation.
The main objectives...
Life comes full circle for Deputy Governor Modise
By Neo Semono There is something special about life coming full circle – especially when things were not perfect at the starting line.“When I came to the SARB, I had a CV that was just a page [with] 1.5 [line] spacing and I think it was in Arial 12. I had not even finished my undergrad at the time because I had supplementary exams...
The EFF has accused the government of political interference in its handling of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) General Rudzani Maphwanya’s visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
KwaZulu-Natal Education embarks on employee verification programme
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is set to embark on a comprehensive employee verification process to ensure that only legitimate employees are being paid through the department’s persal systems.
Education MEC Sipho Hlomuka said the initiative follows incidents where salaries continued to be paid long after...
Youth unemployment demands urgent and radical action
South Africa’s Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) has convened a critical meeting to address the country’s alarming unemployment rate, affecting a significant portion of the workforce, especially youth, women, and marginalised groups.
“We must acknowledge that the crisis of youth unemployment is particularly severe among...
Gqeberha-born actor Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo has made their mark on Netflix’s hit series Wednesday Season 2, playing the sharp and determined Sheriff Ritchie Santiago.
Africa is not seeking aid, it seeks partners – President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a reimagined partnership between Africa and Japan, emphasising that the continent is looking for meaningful collaboration that drives shared prosperity rather than handouts. “Africa is not seeking aid. It is seeking partners. Partners that understand value co-creation,...
Moves to revitalise KZN’s beef industry
With KwaZulu-Natal moving to revitalise its beef industry, MEC for Finance Francois Rodgers has welcomed a recent high-level engagement with agricultural sector stakeholders in the province.The meeting with Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, brought together private sector specialists and academic experts from...
Western Cape police are offering a R50 000 reward for information on a double murder at a Bellville business last November.
A new KnowBe4 Africa Human Risk Management Report 2025 has revealed a major disconnect between African business leaders’ confidence in cybersecurity awareness and the reality on the ground. The report, based on responses from 124 senior cybersecurity leaders across 30 African countries, found that while most organisations rate staff awareness highly, only 10% of leaders […]