I’m sold on Intron Health, a Nigerian AI startup founded in 2020 by Dr. Tobi Olatunji and Olakunle Asekun. Their mission to revolutionize healthcare with speech recognition tailored for African accents is, in my opinion, a stroke of brilliance. In a continent where language barriers can cripple medical documentation, Intron is breaking down walls, and […]

I’m genuinely thrilled about Amini, a Nairobi-based AI startup founded in 2022 by Kate Kallot. In my view, this is the kind of bold, homegrown innovation Africa needs—tackling the continent’s environmental data scarcity with AI and satellite tech. Amini’s mission to deliver real-time insights for agriculture, insurance, and climate resilience is nothing short of revolutionary, […]

“AI in Africa must be built by us, for us, with our values at its core.” – Dr. Chinasa T. Okolo Dr. Chinasa T. Okolo is a powerhouse in the global AI landscape, steering the conversation toward ethical, inclusive technology with a razor-sharp focus on the Global South. As a Governance Studies Fellow at the […]

Africa’s tech scene is buzzing, and artificial intelligence (AI) is the spark lighting up the continent’s entrepreneurial fire. From healthtech to agritech, AI startups are tackling Africa’s toughest challenges with audacious solutions. But raw talent and big ideas need nurturing, and that’s where incubators and accelerators come in—acting as the rocket fuel for the next […]

Africa’s classrooms are as diverse as its people—spanning urban hubs, rural villages, and everything in between. Yet, with teacher shortages, overcrowded schools, and limited resources, delivering quality education to all remains a steep challenge. Enter artificial intelligence (AI), which is quietly revolutionizing learning by personalizing education to meet individual student needs. From...

Africa’s healthcare systems face a daunting trifecta: sparse infrastructure, a shortage of medical professionals, and unequal access to care. Yet, amidst these challenges, a quiet revolution is brewing, powered by artificial intelligence (AI). From Rwanda’s drone-delivered blood supplies to South Africa’s disease-modeling algorithms, African innovators are harnessing AI to bridge the...

Police find human remains suspected to be of missing journalist and partner

The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, has confirmed that the police have found human remains in an open veld in the KwaMhlanga area in Mpumalanga. 

Police spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, said DNA testing will be conducted to ascertain if they...

Minister commends Eastern Cape abalone poaching bust

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has commanded a joint law enforcement operation, which led to the arrest of three suspects involved in illegal abalone possession in the Eastern Cape.

Three male suspects, aged 27, 28, and 32, were arrested in the early hours of Wednesday, following a joint...

Preferred bidders announced for Transnet’s South Dunes Precinct

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has named five companies as preferred bidders for the development of liquid bulk and green fuel terminals in the South Dunes Precinct of the Port of Richards Bay for a 25-year concession period. 

The development, worth approximately R17 billion, is an integral part of expanding...

Nowhere to hide for high-profile criminals

The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) has made significant inroads in apprehending individuals involved in high-profile cases, thus ensuring accountability and justice for victims.

This is according to DPCI Head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, who briefed media on Thursday on the successes and progress made with regards...

N West takes service delivery programmes to Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality

The North West Provincial Government’s Accelerated Service Delivery Programme, known as Thuntsha Lerole Reloaded, was launched this week in the Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality. 

This initiative focuses on areas such as Swartruggens, Derby, Redirile, and the Senthumole section in Koster.

The weeklong...

Western Cape Government alarmed by 18 road fatalities in one week

The Western Cape Provincial Government has expressed deep concern over the latest statistics regarding road safety in the province for the period between 29 April and 4 May 2025.

During this time, 16 fatal crashes resulted in the tragic loss of 18 lives, highlighting the severe consequences of reckless and negligent...

Nelson Mandela Bay residents urged to reduce water usage during Sundays River Canal shutdown

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has appealed to residents and businesses to reduce their water consumption, as a critical final shutdown of the Sundays River Canal begins this weekend.

Scheduled from 9 to 13 May 2025, the shutdown will enable the Department of Water and Sanitation to...

Operation Vulindlela Phase 2 to address water woes

President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured South Africans that Phase Two of Operation Vulindlela will tackle the country’s worsening water crisis, while deepening reforms already underway.

The second phase of Operation Vulindlela launched by President Ramaphosa on Wednesday, will not only prioritise new areas for implementation, but...

Operation Vulindlela phase 2: Focusing on key reforms

The second phase of Operation Vulindlela, will focus on three key reforms: tackling the legacy of spatial inequality, enhancing local government performance, and accelerating digital transformation. 

Launching the next phase of this important initiative at the Union Buildings, on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa...

Economic reforms key to inclusive growth

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has underscored the importance of accelerating economic reforms in order to achieve rapid and inclusive growth.

The Minister was speaking at the launch of the second phase of Operation Vulindlela (OV) at the Union Buildings on Wednesday afternoon.

“In order to drive more rapid and inclusive growth over the...

Health Department hosts G20 Health Working Group meeting

The Department of Health will host the third G20 Health Working Group (HWG) meeting this week as part of a series of G20 events taking place across the country this year.According to the department, the two-day virtual meeting begins on Thursday, 8 May, and will conclude on Friday, 9 May 2025. The focus will be on the health...

Seitlholo to lead SA delegation to ORASECOM Climate Resilient Investment Conference in Lesotho

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minster, Sello Seitlholo will lead the South African delegation to the upcoming Orange-Senqu River Commission (ORASECOM) Climate Resilient Investment Conference, scheduled to take place at the Avani Maseru Hotel, Lesotho.

The ORASECOM Investment Conference is a...

Phase two of Operation Vulindlela to further drive reforms, economic growth

The second phase of Operation Vulindlela, launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa today, will not only prioritise new areas for implementation but also deepen the implementation of current reforms.

This is according to National Treasury Director-General (DG), Dr Duncan Pieterse, who addressed the technical...

Tourism key to youth jobs and economic growth

Tourism isn’t just about breath-taking landscapes and unforgettable experiences — it’s also a powerful engine for job creation and economic growth. 

This was the message from Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille at the opening of the Middle East Africa (MEA) Future Leaders Challenge South Africa, held this week in Johannesburg.

“Tourism...

KwaZulu-Natal reaffirms mission to tackle rampant crime

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the Council Against Crime’s (CAC) central mission to foster inter-sectoral collaboration, implement proactive interventions, and drive community-centred crime prevention strategies across the province.

Speaking in his capacity as Chairperson of the CAC, Ntuli led the...