News24 | E-hailing driver retaliation claims emerge as Cape Town teens shot in wave of violence
At least 10 pupils have been shot in separate incidents in Philippi and Lower Crossroads over the past three months.
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News24 | DERAILED | Prasa’s R7.5bn train fix blunder – lawyers warn against cancelling contracts
Top jurists have warned the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa it cannot terminate controversial contracts under which the entity has already spent a staggering R2.5 billion refurbishing trains that remain unused and discarded.
News24 | ‘It was not deliberate’: Mbalula apologises to Mabuza’s family for death communication
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has apologised to the family of late former deputy president David Mabuza for any potential missteps in relaying the news of his passing to the public.
News24 | WATCH | ANC top brass to deliberate on Mkhwanazi allegations on Monday
ANC bosses will deliberate on explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi at their weekly meeting on Monday, which secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has confirmed.
News24 | Truth, trust, tough talks: National Dialogue will talk criminal justice, Mkhwanazi’s claims
Gift of the Givers founder Dr Imtiaz Sooliman says it took him a “minute” to see that KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi knew what he was talking about.
News24 | Hiring Kupelo without qualifications would have needed Zondo-like commission, court hears
If seasoned Eastern Cape communicator Sizwe Kupelo was appointed as a communications officer without matric and tertiary qualifications, the decision would have needed an inquiry equivalent to the Zondo Commission.
AI Is Powering a New Healthcare Vision for South Africa
South African healthcare leaders are outpacing their global counterparts when it comes to adopting artificial intelligence, particularly in clinical decision-making and exploring the potential of generative AI. Nearly two-thirds of these leaders have already rolled out remote patient monitoring solutions across a range of critical care areas, including mental health (62%), post-operative...
AI-Driven Personalisation Transforms Corporate Events
Traditional networking can be painfully hit-or-miss. Think quiet, awkward gatherings where strangers sporting name badges exchange polite small talk, hoping chance encounters might spark meaningful business connections. Most don’t. But artificial intelligence, best known for streamlining and automating processes, has an unexpected superpower: the ability to deliver events where the right...
Quantum Computing And Its Impact On Data Security: A Double-Edged Sword For The Digital Age
Quantum computing is poised to redefine the boundaries of data security, offering groundbreaking solutions while threatening modern encryption’s foundations. For third-party IT providers, this duality presents both a challenge and an opportunity to lead organisations through one of the most significant technological transitions in decades. The quantum threat: shattering classical encryption...
MTN Genova: Driving Africa’s AI Potential through Responsible Innovation
MTN Group has embarked on an exciting journey to leverage responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI^) to reshape Africa at the leading edge of technology, igniting change, inspiring progress and creating a brighter future for generations to come. “AI is no longer an enabler — it’s the engine reshaping businesses, redefining value creation and rewriting the rules […]
FCM’s AI Assistant ‘Sam’ Goes Live for South African Business Travellers
FCM, a global leader in travel management across nearly 100 countries, has rolled out its next-generation virtual assistant ‘Sam’ to customers across South Africa, bringing conversational AI technology designed to tackle real-world travel challenges facing local businesses. More than just another chatbot, Sam uses machine learning to anticipate traveller needs, from real-time itinerary...
News24 | City Power disconnects businesses owing it R19m as recovery drive intensifies
City Power escalated its debt recovery efforts on Friday with targeted disconnections across key areas in Johannesburg served by the Hursthill Service Delivery Centre, which covers regions that include Mayfair, Industria, Melville and Auckland Park.
News24 | Man cleared of murder in 2019 Cape Town CBD shooting
Ethan Fisher was this week acquitted of the murder of 20-year-old Franco D’Este, who was shot dead during a night out with friends in the Cape Town CBD in 2019.
News24 | ‘State’s case is weak’: 12 murder-accused soldiers celebrate after being granted bail
A serious, tense atmosphere hung over the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Friday before a dozen SA National Defence Force soldiers were granted bail.
News24 | Motsoaledi calls for algorithm, software transparency after medical aid discrimination finding
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is pushing ahead with recommendations for more transparency around the software, algorithms and AI programs used by medical schemes to monitor claims from health providers and members.
News24 | Newborn baby rescued after being found in pit latrine in KZN
A newborn baby was rescued on Friday morning after being found in a pit latrine in Sundumbili, KwaZulu-Natal.
Cape Town carries out temp repairs on potholes
Cape Town carries out temp repairs on potholes
Officials from the City of Cape Town have undertaken temporary pothole repairs in Gugulethu, Manenberg and Newlands, as wet conditions persist.
“During winter, and as a result of heavy and ongoing rains, water seeps into cracks on the road surface. These cracks widen, and turn into potholes that damage tyres and cause...
President Ramaphosa calls for citizen-led national dialogue
President Ramaphosa calls for citizen-led national dialogue
President Cyril Ramaphosa has convened the inaugural meeting of the Eminent Persons Group to kickstart a critical national dialogue aimed at addressing South Africa’s persistent challenges 31 years after democracy.
Speaking at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Friday, President Ramaphosa candidly acknowledged the...
Basic Education to set up advisory body
Basic Education to set up advisory body
Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube is set to constitute an advisory body that will advise her on issues including the progression and promotion requirements as well as school resourcing.“In the coming weeks I will be constituting an advisory body, the National Education and Training Council, to advise me on matters including school...
SA to host second G20 environment and climate meeting
SA to host second G20 environment and climate meeting
South Africa, through the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), will host the second technical meeting of the Group of 20 (G20) Environment and Climate Sustainability Working Group (ECSWG) next week.The meeting will be held from 14-18 18 July 2025, at Kruger National Park (KNP) in Skukuza, Mpumalanga.The...
Utility provides feedback on sale of Eskom Finance Company
Utility provides feedback on sale of Eskom Finance Company
Eskom and African Bank have signed agreements for the sale of Eskom Finance Company SOC Limited.
“As announced in the Stock Exchange News Service (SENS) notice on 5 December 2024, Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd accepted a binding offer from African Bank Limited (African Bank) for the acquisition of Eskom Finance Company SOC...