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Artificial intelligence is moving beyond the digital world and into the physical one, with implications that could reshape Africa’s real economy — from agriculture and mining to logistics and frontline service delivery. For much of the recent AI cycle, attention has focused on copilots, large language models and digital assistants supporting content generation, workflow automation […]
Youth face growing burden of unemployment and inequality
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) says the struggle facing South Africa’s youth today is no longer confined to the classroom, but defined by unemployment, poverty, inequality and exclusion from economic participation.
Speaking at the Media launch of the 50th anniversary of the 1976 youth uprising, in Soweto, NYDA...
Sebola’s testimony follows that of Warrant Officers Marumo Magane and Steve Phakula.
The state had applied for the court to order that the arms deal corruption case continue
Deputy Minister calls for greater CET college enrolment to tackle adult illiteracy
Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, has called on out-of-school youth and adults, especially those in rural and marginalised communities, to enrol at Community Education and Training (CET) colleges to improve literacy and education skills.
Gondwe made the call during the...
Maria McCloy helped shape SA youth culture through music, fashion and media.
Education is key to fixing South Africa’s future: Lesufi
Getting education right is the cornerstone of building a stronger country and a thriving economy, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has said.Lesufi was speaking at the media launch of the Golden Jubilee commemoration of the 1976 youth uprising, held in Soweto, under the theme: “RESET@50 – The Future Calls”, with the slogan:...
Chikunga says SA to launch year-long programme honouring 1976 youth legacy.
Free State Dept of Health scoops innovator award
The Free State Department of Health has won the Africa Tech: Public Sector Digital Innovator Award at the Africa Tech Week Awards 2026, held in Cape Town.The award recognises public sector institutions that have successfully deployed and adopted digital solutions that improve service delivery and citizen experience.According to the...
They are part of a syndicate believed to have been led by former police sergeant, Rachel Kutumela.
SADC Foreign Ministers to chart region’s response to shifting global landscape
Foreign Affairs Ministers from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are set to gather in South Africa later this month for a high-level retreat aimed at crafting a unified regional response to rapidly evolving global geopolitical dynamics.
The retreat, scheduled to take place from 22...
Justice Minister tables OCJ budget
The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has been allocated a budget of almost R3.4 billion for the 2026/27 financial year to operationalise administration, Superior Court Services, as well as Judicial Education and Support.
The budget was tabled by Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD) Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, in Parliament,...
Didiza determines process for composition of Impeachment Committee
National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, has outlined the next step in the National Assembly process on the composition of the Impeachment Committee, in accordance with section 89 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.The Section 89 impeachment process is linked to the 2020 theft at President Cyril...
Black middle class expands over 30 years of democracy
While reflecting on the gains and challenges of South Africa’s democratic journey, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has welcomed the rise in earnings among black South Africans, saying this has significantly changed the racial composition of the country’s middle- and upper-income earners over the past three...
Transport spokesperson Binqose says protesters used burning tyres objects to barricade the road.
President Ramaphosa appoints judges
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed judges to various divisions across the country.The appointments were made in terms of section 174(6) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, and on the advice of the Judicial Service Commission.In a statement on Wednesday, the Presidency said the appointments were made to “ensure courts...
KZN records job growth in first quarter of 2026
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has welcomed the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) results released by Statistics South Africa, which show that KwaZulu-Natal was the only province in South Africa to record an increase in employment and job creation during the first quarter of 2026.
According to the provincial...
Affected families are accommodated in five municipal halls as helicopters assist cut-off areas.
SCOPA satisfied with IEC readiness for 2026 Local Elections
The Standing Committee on Appropriations (SCOPA) says it is satisfied that the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is financially and operationally prepared to deliver the 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for 4 November.
The committee met with the IEC and the Department of Home Affairs on Wednesday to assess...
Motorists face delays as stop-go traffic control is in place at Rawsonville weighbridge operations.
Western Cape storm death toll rises to 10
The Western Cape Provincial Government says emergency response and recovery operations remain at a critical stage despite improved weather conditions across the province, following recent severe storms.
Western Cape MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, said on Tuesday that the province’s...