Suspected extortionists arrested, AK-47 assault rifle seized
He says they will appear in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court once they have been charged.
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Calls grow for paraffin price relief in South Africa
Calls for government intervention to address rising paraffin prices in South Africa.
Questions raised over TMPD Chief’s effectiveness amid tender rigging
El Shadai Security Services is one of the companies that is entangled in alleged tender rigging.
East African Leaders Call for Ethical AI Governance and Regional Collaboration at Kigali Conference
Stakeholders from government, industry, academia and development institutions have called for ethical governance frameworks, investment in digital skills and stronger regional collaboration to advance artificial intelligence adoption across East Africa. The discussions took place at the fourth East African Community Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Conference, held at the Kigali...
AI-Generated Misinformation Reaches Unprecedented Levels Amid U.S.-Israel-Iran Conflict
The explosion of AI-generated misinformation surrounding the U.S.-Israel war with Iran has reached levels that digital media experts and fact-checking organizations are calling unprecedented, raising urgent questions about the reliability of online content and the tools designed to detect it. Digital media expert Timothy Graham told the BBC that the barrier to creating convincing synthetic […]
eThekwini mayor pays tribute to Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Albert Mazibuko
eThekwini mayor pays tribute to Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Albert Mazibuko
EThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Albert Mazibuko, a long-serving and award-winning member of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, who passed away over the weekend after a short illness.
The internationally acclaimed choral group confirmed Mazibuko’s passing in a...
Nigeria Launches AI Innovation Hub at University of Lagos in Push to Lead Africa’s Digital Economy
Nigeria has launched an Artificial Intelligence University Innovation Pod at the University of Lagos, marking what officials described as a strategic shift toward a knowledge-based economy and a commitment to ensuring the country plays an active role in the global AI revolution. The AI UNIPOD was officially launched by Vice President Kashim Shettima, represented at […]
Is The CV Dead? Why AI Is Forcing SA Businesses To Rethink Hiring
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the way organisations recruit talent. But while many businesses are experimenting with AI-powered CV screening, digital transformation consultancy DY|DX believes companies may be solving the wrong problem. In fact, the real disruption AI is bringing to hiring may not be automation of recruitment but the decline of the CV itself. “With […]
Save the Children praises BMA’s child protection efforts
Save the Children has praised the BMA for properly handling undocumented children…
ActionSA files charges against Tolashe for failing to declare gifts
ActionSA MP Dereleen James is set to lay criminal charges against Minister Sisisi Tolashe
Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant
Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant
The Special Tribunal has declared the R14 million in funding awarded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) to the Madumelani Community Project as unlawful, invalid and set aside.
The ruling, which was welcomed by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), comes after the unit exposed an intricate scheme by...
Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal
Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal
Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi will on Wednesday visit sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal in preparation for the reopening of the Sugarcane Crushing Season in May.
The Deputy Minister will start his visit with the re-opening of the Gledhow Mill.
This follows a R1.8 billion expansion by the new owners,...
Long queues strain elderly at SASSA offices, calls for intervention
Elderly residents in Phoenix face long queues and limited assistance at a SASSA office.
Six children among undocumented migrants deported by BMA
The children, aged between 7 and 12, were intercepted with the assistance of the SANDF
Minister Tau continues with investment drive
Minister Tau continues with investment drive
Following the successful sixth South African Investment Conference, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has continued efforts to mobilise business leaders to invest in the South African economy.
Speaking during an engagement with the global think tank, The European House – Ambrosetti (TEHA), held at the Inanda Country...
PIC invests R2.7 billion in mixed-use development
PIC invests R2.7 billion in mixed-use development
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC), on behalf of the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), has invested approximately R2.7 billion in a mixed-use development in the Waterfall precinct, supporting about 23 000 jobs.
The development features more than 500 retail outlets, around 70 restaurants, as well as major commercial and...
Rand gains more than 2% as US-Iran ceasefire lifts risk appetite
At 0606 GMT, the rand traded at 16.45 against the dollar.
Schreiber welcomes approval of Revised White Paper on Citizenship
Schreiber welcomes approval of Revised White Paper on Citizenship
Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed Cabinet’s approval of the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection.
Cabinet’s approval followed an extensive programme of public consultation undertaken by the Department of Home Affairs, which covered all nine provinces, and...
Western Cape commends compliance during busy Easter period
Western Cape commends compliance during busy Easter period
As the high-traffic Easter period continues, the Western Cape Mobility Department has expressed appreciation to transport operators and motorists for contributing to road safety and ensuring compliance across the province.
The Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) reports that both walk-in and mobile services have been...
FOSA demands probe into “kingpins” following Nkosi’s arrest
Nkosi faces charges including theft and possession of illegal ammunition.
SA ranks top in equity market assessment by Bank of America
SA ranks top in equity market assessment by Bank of America
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has welcomed the recent ranking by Bank of America, placing South Africa at the top of its regional equity market assessment.
According to government, this recognition represents a strong vote of confidence in South Africa as an attractive and competitive...