Tshwane deputy mayor probed amid water tanker corruption allegations
Beaumont says the contracts were awarded under the DA administration.
South Africa
Three suspects killed in shootout with Hawks
Three suspects killed in shootout with Hawks
Three suspects were fatally wounded in a high-speed chase and shootout out with the Hawks Tactical Operations Management Team in Crystal Park in Gauteng, said the Hawks.In a statement on Thursday, the Hawks said the trio were being pursued for hijacking, attempted murder and kidnapping, where the victim managed to escape unscathed.“The...
Two shot dead, one wounded on the Cape Flats
Police say the incident which happened on Wednesday night is suspected to be gang-related.
Mhlauli to host Youth Services Expo in Kuruman
Mhlauli to host Youth Services Expo in Kuruman
Bringing essential government services and opportunities directly to young people will be at the core of Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli’s visit to Kuruman in Northern Cape.The Deputy Minister will host a Youth Services Expo at the Kuruman Town Hall on Friday, 20 March.“The outreach programme will provide young...
Employment efforts on the table at News24 summit with President Ramaphosa
Employment efforts on the table at News24 summit with President Ramaphosa
Job creation and unemployment are expected to take centre stage this morning when President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the keynote address at the News24 On the Record Summit.
The two-day summit kicks off at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) under the theme: ‘5 million jobs in 10...
Government conveys condolences following the passing of two journalists
Government conveys condolences following the passing of two journalists
Government has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, colleagues, and the media fraternity on the passing of Nompumelelo Magagula and Jonisayi Maromo, two esteemed journalists who made remarkable contributions to the media landscape.Magagula was a respected City Press entertainment...
Pretoria truck crash claims five lives
Authorities says the truck veered onto oncoming traffic before colliding with the other vehicle.
Effective solutions to SA’s waste management crisis needed: Swarts
Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts addressed the Waste Management Conference in Bloemfontein.
Three hijacking suspects killed in Benoni shootout
The shooting follows a high-speed chase after a hijacking, attempted murder and kidnapping incident
Five suspects nabbed following jewellery store robbery in Brooklyn
One suspect posed as a customer before forcibly gaining entry.
Seminar discusses gangsterism scourge in the country
The Gangsterism and Social Dysfunction seminar is being hosted by UWC
‘Cat’ Matlala’s lawyer accuses state of not disclosing evidence
Matlala’s lawyer Annelene Van Der Heever says they have requested the state to provide affidavits.
Six-week-old baby dies, several injured in Kempton Park crash
The exact cause of the crash is still unknown at this stage.
Visual AI Software Aims to Solve Field Quality Challenges as Africa’s Fiber Rollout Accelerates
As telecom operators race to expand fiber broadband networks across Africa, U.K.-based IQGeo is deploying visual artificial intelligence software into field operations to help operators scale their rollouts without sacrificing build quality or data accuracy. Africa’s fiber expansion is accelerating rapidly as operators work to meet broadband demand and national connectivity targets. But the...
Cassava Technologies Deploys AI Factory in South Africa, Plans Expansion Across the Continent
Cassava Technologies has deployed its AI Factory, powered by the NVIDIA AI platform, in South Africa, with plans to expand to Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt and Morocco as the company moves to build what it describes as a sovereign AI ecosystem for the continent. The company, which holds the distinction of being Africa’s first NVIDIA Cloud […]
Constitution brought “profound transformation” to South Africa
Constitution brought “profound transformation” to South Africa
The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, has described the Constitution as a path altering legal document that has “profoundly transformed” South Africa.The Deputy Minister addressed the National Council of Province’s debate on Human Rights Day on Wednesday afternoon.This year,...
Former OpenAI & Google AI Experts launches HyperDev
HyperDev today announced the launch of its Version 1 generative AI coding platform, marking a significant milestone in how aspiring developers, tech-adjacent individuals, and entrepreneurs prototype and launch software. Developed for a global market, HyperDev is positioned as a major entry into the AI-native coding space, signaling a shift for founders from technology consumption to […]
Newly listed AI-led fintech Optasia delivers 76% revenue growth for 2025, exceeding IPO guidance
Optasia, an AI-powered financial infrastructure platform serving underbanked customers in emerging markets, today announced its results for the twelve-month period ended 31 December 2025 (“FY25”). Salvador Anglada, Optasia’s CEO, commented: “2025 was a transformative year for Optasia. We successfully completed our category-defining listing on the JSE in November and welcomed FirstRand...
Government dissolves Ingonyama Trust Board amid governance concerns
Government dissolves Ingonyama Trust Board amid governance concerns
Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has dissolved the Ingonyama Trust Board following a series of resignations of several board members before the expiry of their terms of office.
The move comes after the Minister consulted with the Ingonyama and the KwaZulu-Natal Premier due to concerns...
SA Innovation Week highlights gains of investing in research and development
SA Innovation Week highlights gains of investing in research and development
Science, Technology and Innovation Deputy Minister Dr Nomalungelo Gina says innovation is the lifeblood of any forward-looking country and industrialisation.
“…All fast-growing economies are driven by strong investments in research and development (R&D) and a robust system for commercialising...
Government welcomes easing of CPI
Government welcomes easing of CPI
Government has welcomed a further easing of the annual consumer price inflation (CPI) to 3.0% in February 2026, down from 3.5% in January 2026, indicating sustained progress in stabilising prices.
The monthly change in the CPI was 0.4%, reflecting contained price pressures across the economy.
The lower inflation outcome was supported by several key...