FRIDAY, 22 MAY 2026, 10:31
Utilities across Africa have entered a new era of digital grid management, with artificial intelligence, smart metering and real-time operational visibility emerging as critical tools for managing electricity networks, according to a panel discussion at the Enlit Africa conference in Cape Town. Participants outlined how data-driven technologies are reshaping grid operations, improving...
SA-Botswana Bi-National Commission kicks off
President Cyril Ramaphosa has branded the South Africa-Botswana Bi-National Commission (BNC) as an opportunity to “move relations to a higher level”.
The President delivered opening remarks at the sixth South Africa-Botswana Bi-National Commission held in Gaborone on Thursday.
The commission forms part of the State Visit to that country...
University of Pretoria academic Vukosi Marivate has been awarded one of South Africa’s highest national honours for his contributions to artificial intelligence, as the country recognized its most influential thinkers, artists and innovators at the 2026 National Orders this week. National Orders are the highest awards the country, through the president, bestows on citizens and […]
Severe storms in the Garden Route and Little Karoo damage beaches, roads and tourist attractions…
Government’s Restitution Programme makes progress
The South African Government has settled 83 721 land claims at 31 December 2025, through its Restitution Programme, benefiting more than 2.3 million people and 468 761 households.Of these beneficiaries, 181 411 were female-headed households and 1 291 were households headed by persons living with disabilities.Presenting the...
A man has been killed in a drive-by shooting incident in Cafda Village in Retreat.
Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has outlined the government’s plans to combat misinformation, disinformation and malinformation, including proposals for a public fact-checking platform, restrictions on fake news broadcasts, and mandatory disclosure of AI-generated content on digital platforms. Tabling the Government Communication and Information System’s (GCIS) Budget Vote...
African farmers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence — from cow facial recognition to AI-generated soil analysis — to head off a looming food crisis as the continent’s annual spending on imported food edges closer to $100 billion. The continent is increasingly reliant on foreign markets for everyday staples such as sugar, rice and wheat, […]
Probe into deadly Mpumalanga crash
An investigation into a crash between a minibus taxi and a bus that claimed the lives of 10 people along the R39 Road in Mpumalanga is underway.“Ten people died in a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bus on the R39 Road between Standerton and Morgenzon on Thursday, 21 May 2026, around 5:15 am. All ten deceased were occupants of...
Murder accused Matipandile Sotheni is expected to return to court on Thursday, 21 May 2026.
Municipalities outline plans to tackle water challenges at SAHRC inquiry
Three Gauteng municipalities appeared before the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Tuesday to respond to concerns over water supply disruptions, deteriorating infrastructure, and service delivery challenges affecting residents across the province.
Representatives from Merafong City Local...
Government intensifies efforts to accelerate land reform
Government is intensifying efforts to accelerate land reform, strengthen tenure security and modernise land administration systems as part of efforts to address historical inequalities and rural underdevelopment.This is according to Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso, who presented the...
Fannie Nkosi faces charges of theft and defeating the ends of justice.
One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries
Gauteng Health Department encourages use of community health centres for disability grants forms…
Parliament and Unisa to host Constitution colloquim in Cape Town
Parliament, in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA), will host a joint colloquium on Friday to commemorate 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution.
The event, themed “Celebrating 30 Years of South Africa’s Constitution in a rapidly changing world”, will take place at the temporary National...
A 50-year-old victim was declared deceased on the scene by medical in Kraaifontein.
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue at the High Court in Pretoria on Thursday
One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries
KlevaMova drives growth in affordable Gautrain travel
Nearly 15 000 people have applied for the Gautrain’s discounted KlevaMova affordability product within its first year, with the initiative now accounting for approximately 11% of all Gautrain passenger trips.
Launched in May 2025, KlevaMova offers qualifying passengers a 50% discount on Gautrain fares.
The product is aimed at...
E-waste recycling pilot project launched in Mthatha
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Bernice Swarts, has launched an e-waste collection and recycling pilot project in Mthatha, in the Eastern Cape.
Speaking at the launch on Wednesday, Swarts described the initiative as a “practical and timely intervention” aimed at strengthening waste management,...