FRIDAY, 12 JUNE 2026, 20:53
eThekwini ramps up multi-billion-rand water projects to strengthen supply
The eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality is pressing ahead with multi-billion-rand water infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening water security, stabilising supply and improving service delivery across the city.
The Lower uMkhomazi Bulk Water Supply Scheme, which includes a storage dam, a water...
Shebe Maburna’s third attempt for bail on new facts was denied.
The experts say dangerous driving habits contribute significantly to fatalities.
Nine Bangladeshi nationals were refused entry into SA and arrangements were made for their return
The provincial government says additional funding will be sought from the national government.
Meek faces several charged including murder and defeating the ends of justice for Jayden’s death.
The five Maghreb countries in western and central North Africa — Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Libya and Mauritania — are making steady progress in developing artificial intelligence education and research within universities and beyond, with Algeria emerging as the regional pacesetter. Algeria launched its first AI and cybersecurity start-up cluster earlier this year, aimed at bridging […]
South African businesses are rolling out AI voice agents at speed, but most were built in the United States — sounding American, “thinking” in English and processing calls through servers on the other side of the world. Researchers at the University of Cape Town and Cape Town startup Untapped AI argue the problem runs deeper […]
Artificial intelligence is emerging as both an opportunity and a risk for African biodiversity conservation, with scientists warning that uncritical use of AI tools could undermine ecological insight and reinforce existing biases — even as the technology promises new ways to process the overwhelming volumes of data the field relies on. Conservationists routinely analyze decades […]
IEC in the W Cape says it is committed to working closely and consistently with community structures
Home Affairs says 586 Nigerians residing in South Africa illegally, have been declared undesirable
Fuels industry pivotal to powering SA’s economy
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has called on the fuels industry to deepen collaboration with government as the State builds economic prosperity for South Africa.
The Minister was speaking at the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa Annual Imbizo held at the Sandton Convention Centre this week.
“We recognise that the fuel...
Home Affairs confirms repatriation of Nigerian nationals
The Department of Home Affairs on Thursday confirmed that it has processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation after they were found to be residing in South Africa illegally. In its statement, the department said the first repatriation flight departed on Thursday morning, 11 June 2026, carrying 268 passengers. “All...
Kavita Belani commends the work done in promoting human rights and social cohesion
TVET pathways key to youth employment and professional inclusion
Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, says Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates represent the bridge South Africa needs to connect skills development with economic opportunity.Addressing young built-environment professionals...
PeWG-backed service delivery gains boost investment in eThekwini
Improved service delivery and infrastructure investment, backed by the Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG), are helping restore business confidence in eThekwini, unlocking major private-sector investment and supporting job creation.
The city’s interventions in electricity, water and sanitation are...
MMC Mlungisi Mabaso is visiting Cleveland after the mass shooting on Tuesday.
Letsike calls for safe and accessible development
Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has warned that development cannot be considered genuine progress if it results in unsafe, inaccessible, and unequal spaces.Letsike made the remarks while addressing the Institute of Building Inspectors Youth Sector Business...
The state alleges accused number six William Shokane was overheard making remarks about witnesses.
Charges against Makgotloe having been elevated from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 5 offence.
Case involving seven accused in the murders of AKA and Tibz has been postponed.