Federation warns of health risk in consuming illicit alcohol
It says fake and counterfeit alcohol can contain harmful substances.
South Africa
MEC confirms driver transporting undocumented Zimbabweans has driver’s license
The MEC was however concerned that the bus was only intercepted in the Free State from Beit Bridge
Police, soldiers seize drugs and cash in Eastern Cape operation
Close to 300 soldiers have been deployed to the province.
Everything medically possible was done to save conjoined twin: Motsoaledi
A surgical procedure was conducted successfully by a team of surgeons more than two weeks ago
Call for unity as Christians mark Good Friday
They were participating in a silent ecumenical procession with a cross through Durban
Tunisia and Algeria Launch Joint Digital Platform to Accelerate AI Research Collaboration
Tunisia and Algeria have launched a shared digital platform designed to accelerate collaboration in artificial intelligence research, connecting universities, research laboratories and institutions across both countries through common digital tools. The platform was announced by Moez Chafra, president of the University of Tunis El Manar, at the second International Forum on Emerging and...
Mozambican AI Researcher Named Among UNESCO’s Top 10 Young Scientists
A Mozambican researcher has been named among the world’s top 10 young scientists by UNESCO, marking a significant milestone for the country’s scientific community and highlighting the growing contribution of African researchers to global innovation. Alexandre de Fátima Cobre was recognized for his work applying artificial intelligence to improve diagnostics and healthcare delivery — a […]
Uganda Signs AI and Digital Skills Deal With Chinese Foundation Targeting 50,000 Youths
Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has signed a three-year memorandum of understanding with the United Nations Health Industry Foundation, based in Hangzhou, China, and the Prince Kimbugwe Foundation, with a target of equipping at least 50,000 Ugandan youths with digital and artificial intelligence skills. The agreement, signed at the ministry’s offices, rests on […]
UN Economic Commission Urges African Nations to Tap Pension Funds and Sovereign Wealth to Build AI Infrastructure
African nations should borrow, increase domestic revenue collection and tap pension and sovereign wealth funds to develop the infrastructure needed to benefit from the global AI boom, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa said in a report released Thursday. The report, released at a meeting of African finance ministers in Morocco, warned that the […]
Kenya Pitches Renewable Energy Edge and Regulatory Reform as Path to Becoming Africa’s AI Hub
Kenya is making a strategic push to establish itself as Africa’s premier artificial intelligence investment destination, with government officials, investors and ecosystem leaders outlining a comprehensive approach at a high-level roundtable held during the Kenya International Investment Conference 2026 in Nairobi. Organized by the Office of the Special Envoy on Technology and KenInvest in...
Mozambique Appoints Head of New Digital Transformation Agency as Country Intensifies Tech Push
Mozambique has appointed Adilson dos Santos Cousin Gomes as chairman of the board of its newly established Digital Transformation and Innovation Agency, known by its Portuguese acronym ATDI, as the government accelerates a sweeping digital modernization agenda. The appointment was announced this week, days after the agency was created by government decree earlier this month. […]
President wishes Christian community well for Easter
President wishes Christian community well for Easter
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his well wishes to South Africa’s Christian community during the Easter weekend.
“For South Africa’s diverse Christian denominations and for Christians around the world, the Resurrection of Christ serves as a powerful call to personal renewal; and is an integral part of faith. This timeless...
CTIA and surrounds hit by power cut due to kites flying into powerlines
Eskom says any interference that leads to the damage of critical infrastructure is an offense
Motsoaledi visits Mankweng Hospital after death of one of the conjoined twins
The twins were successfully separated in mid-March.
Sono advocates faith-based response to unemployment, crime
He was speaking during a Good Friday prayer service held at the Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto
FS Premier flags officials’ role in undocumented Zimbabwean migration
Thirty two undocumented Zimbabwean nationals have been detained, in Bloemfontein
TMPD arrests 40 in Easter road crackdown
Various law enforcement agencies are conducting roadblocks as holidaymakers travel
One of the twins separated after being born at Mankweng Hospital dies
A surgical procedure to separate them was conducted by a team of surgeons more than two weeks ago.
One dead, two others injured in head-on collision outside Lebowakgomo
The two injured people have been taken to hospital.
Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter
Gauteng Community Safety Committee calls for a safe and peaceful Easter
The Portfolio Committee on Community Safety in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature has called on residents to prioritise safety during the Easter weekend.
The committee warned of increased risks on the roads over the holiday while also raising serious concern over the reported fatal shooting of a teenager by a...
Call to remain alert on the roads this Easter
Call to remain alert on the roads this Easter
As the Easter Holiday period gets into full swing, the Cross-Border Road Transport Agency (C-BRTA) urgers the cross-border road transport operators to remain alert while transporting passengers and goods across the borders to various parts of the continent.This as the agency has heightened the deployment of its law enforcement unit, the...