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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 […]
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo has dramatically reduced the time it takes to publish national secondary school exam results — from as much as three months to just three days — thanks to artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology. Traditionally, students faced a wait of at least 30 days, with results sometimes delayed beyond three […]
Frustration boiled over as the culpable homicide case against Martha van der Walt, accused of fatally driving over 15-year-old Pretty Mahlangu during a Zulu cultural ceremony, was postponed in the Germiston Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
As the grieving mother of six-year-old Amantle Samane waits for justice, the landlord who provided accommodation to her convicted murderer, Pethe Sara Simiao, 25, is overcome with guilt.
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system will begin its hearings in September, commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels said on Wednesday.
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A hunt is under way for a 25-year-old man who is accused of killing a police officer and two Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) officers after he escaped from police custody.
The body of a 6-year-old boy was found in a pool in Brazilia Place, Durban, on Monday night.
Mpumalanga police are investigating whether a 33-year-old man died in a collision in eMbalenhle in the early hours of Sunday or whether he died as a result of alleged police brutality at the scene of the crash.
Six people were shot in Lower Crossroads, Philippi East, in Cape Town on Sunday evening, leaving two men dead and four others seriously injured.
A police officer is one of three suspects that will appear in the Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Monday following a business robbery in Giyani D2 store, Limpopo on Friday.
Amapiano producer and DJ Kelvin Momo has apologised for missing his headlining performance at Sun City Resort’s Outside event after the resort labelled his conduct “unprofessional.”
Stellenbosch University researchers identified 79 phenolic compounds, known for their health benefits, in three Cannabis strains. These rare flavoalkaloids are difficult to identify because of their low concentration.
An alleged hitman, working as a scholar transport driver, has been caught.