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A Nigerian AI infrastructure startup has launched a platform designed to function as a security layer between AI applications and the models they depend on, addressing what its founders describe as a critical gap as African and global companies rush to ship AI-powered products without adequate guardrails. Cencori, founded in June 2025 by Bola Banjo, […]
AI clinical care platform Heidi has officially launched in South Africa following adoption by 15,000 clinicians in the country, as workforce shortages and administrative burden push healthcare systems toward AI tools that integrate with existing workflows. The launch comes after a wave of clinician-led demand, with adoption now extending beyond individual users into broader system […]
A new report from the Milken Institute argues that artificial intelligence and targeted manufacturing innovation are essential to unlocking Africa’s industrial transformation, with the continent on track to represent a quarter of the world’s population and $16 trillion in business and consumer spending by 2050 — but at risk of continuing to lag in production […]
IDC commended for developmental role in democratic SA
As the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) celebrates 86 years of existence, Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) Minister Parks Tau has lauded the role the institution has played in supporting the mandate of democratic South Africa.
“This role and responsibility is critical as we address challenges, which include slow...
The Emergency Management Services says firefighters responded to the blaze at around 5 am.
Manamela accepts NSFAS board resignations
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has accepted a series of resignations from the board of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), including the resignation of the interim Chairperson, Dr Mugwena Maluleke, with effect from 27 April 2026.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the department said Maluleke stepped...
Lehlogonolo ‘Shebe Maburna’ Chauke is facing charges, including attempted murder.
Concerns raised over accountability and protection as violence in SA persists.
President Ramaphosa rallies all spheres of government to tackle water crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent, coordinated action across all three spheres of government to resolve South Africa’s deepening water crisis, warning that poor municipal performance is placing an increasing burden on ordinary citizens.
Delivering the opening address at an Extended...
Dr Mugwena Maluleke says his resignation from NSFAS has nothing to do with political interference
Late former president Edgar Lungu died in June last year at the age of 68.
Ministers commit to clearing military veterans’ housing backlog by 2029
Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga have committed to eradicate the housing backlog affecting military veterans by 2029.
The undertaking was made during a recent engagement with community members and housing beneficiaries, including military...
Taking practical steps to protect SA’s water resources
As pressure mounts on the country’s water systems, government is turning its focus below the surface – introducing measures to better protect and manage this critical resource that sustains millions in the country.
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has taken a significant step in this direction with the draft National...
Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of SA
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over the northern half of the Northern Cape, as well as the central and western parts of the North West and the northern Free State.
These storms, according to SAWS, will be associated with strong, damaging winds, hail and heavy downpours,...
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the extension of the fuel levy relief into May.
Judgment on the bail application of ‘Shebe Maburna’ expected in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court.
Deadline looms for eThekwini SMMEs eyeing Lions’ Den opportunity
Small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the eThekwini Municipality have only a few hours remaining to submit applications for the 2026 Lions’ Den Business Plan Competition, with the deadline set for 30 April.
The eThekwini Municipality has opened entries for the annual programme, which aims to support...
Acting Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane addressed Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police.
The M7 Durban Bound was closed for hours whilst emergency personnel worked on the scene.
March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says the campaign seeks the return of undocumented migrants
Accused two in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Bongani Ntanzi, has concluded his testimony.