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The Zambia Alliance for Agroecology and Biodiversity (ZAAB) has convened a pivotal national dialogue on the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) and biodigital technologies, warning that without inclusive governance, Zambia could once again find itself exploited as a raw material and data supplier in the global digital economy. The public meeting, held in Lusaka, […]
Morocco is on the brink of a sweeping digital transformation with the introduction of “Digital X.0,” a landmark framework law that will redefine how the country manages data, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital services across both public and private sectors. The draft legislation—currently under review by the General Secretariat of the Government—was presented by Amal […]
The listing of AI-powered fintech group Optasia on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has made history as one of South Africa’s biggest technology IPOs — and one of its most lucrative for investment bankers. The blockbuster debut raised R6.5 billion, valuing Optasia at R24.5 billion, with shares closing at R19.38 on Tuesday — the upper […]
Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has announced that the country is leveraging digital systems and artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen its early warning and disaster preparedness capabilities, as climate-related disasters grow more frequent and severe. Speaking in Geneva at a high-level panel on Early Warning for All Initiatives and the Role of National Meteorological and Hydrological […]
Discovery has announced the global launch of Vitality AI, an advanced health intelligence system developed in partnership with Google Cloud, built on technology that traces its roots to South Africa. The new platform will combine Google Cloud’s AI and analytics capabilities with Vitality’s extensive health datasets and behavioural change models, aiming to help millions of […]
Kenya’s government is set to automate tax collection through AI-powered algorithms within the next two years, marking a radical shift in how the country mobilises revenue from its fast-growing digital economy. President William Ruto’s chief economic advisor, Dr. David Ndii, announced the plan during the launch of NCBA’s Economic Forum in Nairobi, saying the government […]
Firefighters are monitoring multiple blazes in the Cape Winelands.
Findings across six African markets show that secure digital payment and identification systems could power trade and lower barriers to start and grow businesses As leaders gather for the Global DPI Summit 2025, Co-Develop today released new survey findings on public perceptions of digital public infrastructure (DPI) across six African markets. The results highlight the potential […]
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development has appointed a former Gauteng official implicated in corruption, Onkemetse Edwin Kabasia, as its new head of department.
Data centre developers worldwide are rapidly shifting their focus to the construction of facilities capable of supporting artificial intelligence (AI) workloads – but sector experts are warning that the complex requirements of these new data centres may be outpacing supply chain preparedness. The 2025-2026 Data Centre Construction Cost Indexfrom global professional services company, Turner &...
SAP has unveiled a suite of AI-driven capabilities across its SAP Build platform while announcing a global commitment to train 12 million people in AI skills by 2030, reinforcing its push to help enterprises and developers build and scale intelligent applications. The company’s expanded skills initiative will roll out hands-on training, certifications, and new learning […]
South African companies are emerging as global frontrunners in responsible artificial intelligence adoption, with 92.6% of businesses already on their AI journey and a strong emphasis on privacy and ethics shaped by the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). New research from Zoho, titled “The AI Privacy Equation: Cautious Innovation in South Africa,” shows that […]
South African healthcare professionals are more confident in artificial intelligence than their global peers, with 91% believing AI and predictive analytics will reduce hospital admissions compared to the global average of 75%. This optimism positions South Africa as a potential leader in adopting AI-driven healthcare solutions across diverse settings, from major hospitals to rural clinics. […]
Meta today celebrated the culmination of the Meta Llama Impact Accelerator 2025, a program that has brought together some of Sub-Saharan Africa’s most promising founders using Llama, Meta’s large language model, to address real challenges in healthcare, education, agriculture, public safety, and public services. The program culminated in Demo Day events across Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, […]
Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that its Accu-Chek® SmartGuide continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) solution is now available in South Africa. This significant milestone means that people living with diabetes over the age of 18 can now benefit from the solution’s enhanced glucose monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled predictive insights1,2. Diabetes is one […]
Lifestyle TV show Top Billing is set to return to SABC3 in 2026 for a new season.
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting. This is The Lead and this is the South African story.
Fidelity Services Group is redefining fire response in South Africa with FireNet AI, a proprietary system that powers the company’s SecureFire network. The platform connects every vehicle, crew, and incident in real time—analyzing call volumes, risk zones, water availability, and traffic flow to predict where fires are most likely to ignite. When a blaze breaks […]
Kenya is gearing up for its first-ever Software and AI Summit, to be held at Moi University’s Annex Campus, in a major step toward cementing the country’s role as a regional technology powerhouse. The strategic planning session was led by ICT Principal Secretary Eng. John Tanui and Basic Education PS Amb. (Prof.) Julius K. Bitok, […]
African AI talent network Zindi has surpassed 92 000 registered data practitioners, reflecting a sharp rise in demand for data and AI skills across the continent. Founded in 2018, the Cape Town-based platform brings together data analysts, machine-learning engineers, AI specialists, and developers who compete in real-world challenges and get matched to jobs. CEO and […]
Global satellite communications provider ST Engineering iDirect has unveiled an AI-powered network analytics platform designed to predict and prevent connectivity issues before they impact users. The solution was recently tested in Africa by satellite solutions provider Q-KON, which successfully used it to detect anomalies and identify a configuration error before it caused service disruption....