Mozambique has introduced a draft National Artificial Intelligence Strategy as part of its broader digital transformation initiative, opening the document for public consultation from May 4 to June 4. The strategy was unveiled by Lourino Chemane, chairman of the National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, during the International Telecommunication Union’s AI for Good...
The Digital Creator Africa Academy (DCAA) on the 15th of July announced a formal partnership with Video Rebirth, makers of the BACH AI engine, at the WIFT Africa, Global South Pavilion, Palais des Festivals, Cannes, in the presence of press, filmmakers, and international partners at the Marche du Film. “The future of cinema is no […]
A Kickstarter-funded guitar that uses generative AI to turn hummed melodies into playable music has raised more than $80,000 — roughly 16 times its original funding target — suggesting there is an appetite for AI-assisted musical instruments even among those who have never learned to play. The Melo-D, made by TemPolor and billed as the […]
You have a right to march, but do it responsibly – JCPS Cluster
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has called on South Africans to bear in mind their responsibility when conducting marches and protests and not to engage in criminal behaviour.
The Minister was speaking during a media briefing of the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster...
South Africa joins efforts to combat Ebola outbreak
South Africa has pledged an initial $5 million contribution to support a $319 million continental preparedness and response plan, as Africa mobilises to combat its second-largest Ebola outbreak in history.
This, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who addressed a High-Level Meeting of African Ministers of Health on the Ebola...
Western Cape holds public consultations on eviction law amendments
Communities in the Western Cape will have a chance to make their voices heard on the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill.
The Department of Human Settlements will this week host public information sessions in the Garden Route and the City of Cape Town.
Western Cape Premier leads oversight visits to storm-hit areas
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, together with Members of the Provincial Legislature (MPLs), has embarked on oversight visits to several areas hardest hit by the severe weather system that struck the province earlier this month.
The two-day visit, taking place from 25-28 May 2026, forms part of the provincial...
DHET, Takealot partnership to create income opportunities for students
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), in partnership with leading e-commerce business, Takealot Group, is working to provide 500 students with income-earning opportunities while they continue with their studies.
The initiative forms part of the expansion of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...
Gauteng unveils real-time monitoring dashboard for municipalities
The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) has unveiled a real-time dashboard aimed at tracking key performance indicators of all 11 of the province’s municipalities.
The tool, known as the Gauteng Smart City Performance Monitor, will monitor crucial areas, including governance, financial management, infrastructure...
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the importance of collective prayer as a unifying force capable of healing communities and inspiring renewed commitment to peace, compassion and responsible citizenship.
Ntuli made the remarks during the Annual KZN Provincial Prayer, held at the Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Sports...