49-year-old Austrian tourist drowns at Wilderness in Western Cape
The Austrian tourist has drowned after being caught in a rip current at Wilderness.
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Move to strengthen global alignment in higher education sector
Move to strengthen global alignment in higher education sector
The Department of Higher Education and Training is in the process of conducting a sector-wide workshop on international relations, which is aimed at strengthening coherence and strategic alignment across the higher education and training sector.
This was announced by Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr...
Egypt Launches AI-Powered Unified Digital Platforms to Streamline Investment and Trade
Egypt is advancing its digital infrastructure and using artificial intelligence to strengthen its position as a regional hub for investment and digital services, government officials said. At a seminar hosted by the Information and Design Support Center of the Cabinet of Ministers, Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, highlighted progress on AI-enhanced platforms […]
DRC Unveils $8.7 Billion Digital Plan to Expand Connectivity and AI Skills by 2030
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is rolling out an $8.7 billion digital transformation plan aimed at expanding connectivity, modernizing public services and building a skilled technology workforce between 2026 and 2030. The program focuses on broadband expansion, e-government platforms, artificial intelligence training and cybersecurity, with the goal of positioning the country as a...
News24 | Oudtshoorn man jailed for life for repeatedly raping, impregnating minor daughter
The Oudtshoorn Regional Court has handed down a life sentence and an additional 20 years’ imprisonment to a 59-year-old man for the repeated rape and impregnation of his 13-year-old biological daughter.
Elderly man loses life in kayaking incident at Bloubergstrand
NSRI says its team attended to the incident after eyewitnesses spotted a capsized sea-kayak
DJ Warras’ family too distraught to comment on new arrest
The 25-year-old Mozambican national was arrested in an informal settlement in Primrose in Joburg
We need the public in the fight against crime: Mthombeni
Mthombeni says a lack of collaboration between police and public hampers crime fighting efforts
News24 | Driving with J9: Jacob Moshokoa gears up for 2026 F1. Plus: SA Car of the Year finalists
SA motoring personality, Jacob Moshokoa, and Janine van der Post talk about everything you need to know for the upcoming Formula 1 season, and highlight the 18 SA Car of the Year finalists for 2026.
News24 | LISTEN | Madlanga commission uncovers a web of lies at the top of policing and politics
As the Madlanga commission resumes, its interim findings and fresh testimony place South Africa’s policing elite under unprecedented scrutiny.
Africa4Palestine welcomes persona non grata move, says it’s overdue
DIRCO announced that Ariel Seidman was required to leave South Africa within 72 hours.
SAMRC warns of major health risks after Mpumalanga, Limpopo flooding
The department is working with relevant stakeholders to ensure water safety in affected communities.
News organisations battle widespread content misuse online
Media professionals say better policies and regulation should be implemented for digital platforms
Second suspect arrested in DJ Warras murder case
A second suspect for DJ Warras’ murder will appear in court, on Monday
KwaXimba community mourns br2- KwaXimba community mourns brutal killing of 19-year-old “Shana”utal killing of 19-year-old “Shana”
According to reports, his attacker lured him from his home and he never came back.
Knot Launches AI-Powered Ticketing Platform to Tackle Fraud and Resale Losses
Knot Technologie has developed an online ticketing platform that uses artificial intelligence to modernize traditional ticketing systems, which organizers often view as inefficient, vulnerable to fraud and lacking transparency. Based in the United Kingdom and Egypt, the startup was founded in 2025 by Ahmed Abdalla and Hussein ElBendak. The company focuses on digital infrastructure for […]
Microsoft South Africa, SABC Partner to Deliver AI and Digital Skills Training via SABC Plus
Microsoft South Africa and the South African Broadcasting Corporation announced plans to expand access to artificial intelligence fluency and digital skills training through the broadcaster’s digital platform. The initiative was announced at the 2026 Microsoft AI Tour in Johannesburg. It is driven by Microsoft Elevate, the company’s skills development programme focused on preparing...
Escaping elephants wreak havoc in Mooiplaas, residents blame agency
It is reported that elephants escape through the porous fence at a nature reserve, in Mooiplaas
Thabo Bester, ‘Cat’ Matlala moved to Ebongweni Prison in Kokstad
The facility has maintained a clean record of no escapes since it was opened in 2002.
Local film gives Kimberley recovering addict new hope
Buffel hopes his story will motivate and bring positivity to those who have given up on life
OR Tambo Airport reports no injuries, casualties after flooding
The rains caused floods in some on the airport’s terminals.