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Three financial technology companies have joined forces to launch TrustNET, a unified AI-driven platform designed to deliver end-to-end fraud prevention, compliance management and identity verification for banks and regulators across West Africa. The platform combines BlueSPACE’s regional financial technology expertise, INETCO’s real-time payment fraud prevention and transaction monitoring,...
A small research team at Boston University has developed a deep learning model that outperforms state-of-the-art European weather prediction systems in forecasting rainfall in tropical West Africa — a region where unreliable forecasts have long hampered farmers, water managers and disaster response teams. Led by Yves Atchadé, a professor of mathematics, statistics and computing and […]
Ghana’s government has approved a $250 million investment to establish a dedicated artificial intelligence computing center, as the country accelerates efforts to position itself as a leading hub for responsible AI development in Africa. Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation Minister Samuel Nartey George announced the initiative Tuesday during a national stakeholder meeting...
The building housed 11 departments that have since been relocated to other government buildings
Draft AI policy approved for publication for public comment
Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says Cabinet has approved the publication of the draft South Africa AI policy for public comment.
The aim of the AI policy is to ensure that both the benefits and risks brought by AI are evenly distributed across society and generations.
During a media briefing in Pretoria on...
So-called coronation of a Nigerian national has no legal effect
Cabinet has expressed “disgust” at the so-called coronation of a Nigerian national as an alleged chief in KuGompo City, in the Eastern Cape.
During a post-Cabinet media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said this was “a mere kindergarten gimmick” and that it “has no...
Makhubu succeeds Edward Kieswetter who has been at the helm of SARS for the past seven years
The tide peaks today and will affect tidal conditions over the Easter weekend.
Masiapato is at the Lebombo Border Post to monitor Easter holiday operations.
Earlier this week, motorists rushed to fill up ahead of the steep fuel price increases
President appoints new SARS Commissioner
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service for a period of five years with effect from 1 May 2026.
President Ramaphosa has made this appointment in terms of section 6 of the South African Revenue Service Act of 1997, following a unanimous recommendation by a...
Seven people have been sentenced to a combined 28 years for kidnapping a 13-year-old girl.
EC police say the deployment of soldiers is a much needed enhancement in crime fighting efforts.
Well wishes over Pesach
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the South African Jewish community as they celebrate Pesach.“President Ramaphosa wishes the South African Jewish community a Chag Pesach Kasher v’Sameach as they celebrate the festival of Pesach, which begins today, Wednesday, 1 April 2026,” the Presidency said.The President said the Jewish community is valued in...
The operations aim to reduce road crashes linked to speeding, reckless driving, vehicle overloading
Cabinet urges road safety and vigilance ahead of Easter weekend travel
Cabinet has called on citizens to prioritise road safety and act responsibly as traffic volumes increase ahead of the Easter long weekend.
Speaking during a post Cabinet briefing on Thursday in Pretoria, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the period was marked by increased travel as many people...
South Africa joins the international community in commemorating World Autism Month.
Ministerial task team appointed to coordinate impact of Middle East conflict
President Cyril Ramaphosa has established a ministerial task team to coordinate government action to cushion South Africans against the impact of the war in the Middle East which has triggered rising costs of fuel.
This according to Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, who led a post Cabinet...
SAWS urges caution as changing weather conditions are expected
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is urging motorists to prioritise road safety amid changing weather conditions expected across the country as South Africans prepare to travel for the Easter period.SAWS has forecast partly cloudy conditions with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers on Thursday and...
eThekwini prioritises safety of visitors and churchgoers
The eThekwini Municipality has placed the safety of visitors, residents and churchgoers at the centre of its Easter holiday preparations, rolling out an integrated law enforcement plan to ensure a safe and peaceful period.
The city confirmed that the plan brings together multiple agencies, including Metro Police, the South...
Government urges vigilance and road safety ahead of Easter travel
As travellers begin to make their way to various destinations for the Easter and Passover holidays, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has reiterated its call for citizens to remain vigilant and take steps to safeguard their homes and ensure safety on the roads.
GCIS Acting Director-General...