Late Terry Bell remembered for principled life
The late Terry Bell’s brother describes him as a larger-than-life character
South Africa
Ramaphosa disinvited from G7 summit over US objections
The US threatened to boycott the meeting if South Africa attended the G7 Summit
GP launches cataract surgery marathon to restore patients’ sight
In Gauteng, more than 9000 patients are currently waiting for cataract surgeries
Department restores dignity of North West woman
Department restores dignity of North West woman
Living with a disability in the Phelindaba section of Sannieshof, in the Tswaing Local Municipality, Annah Lekgetho spent her entire life relying on a family toilet that was not designed to meet her needs, a situation that made even the most basic tasks difficult and, at times, undignified.That reality changed for the 20-year-old this...
Court overturns decision to dissolve Ingonyama Trust board
The Ingonyama Trust administers traditional land in KwaZulu-Natal.
Police renew search for missing child Joshlin Smith
Police have urged the public to contact them with leads, as the search for Joshlin Smith continues
Simelane calls for scaled partnerships to tackle housing backlog
Simelane calls for scaled partnerships to tackle housing backlog
Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has called for urgent, large-scale collaboration between government, the private sector, and financial institutions to address South Africa’s housing backlog, which currently stands at approximately 2.6 million units affecting more than 12 million people.
Delivering a keynote...
Rising illegal gambling among minors raises alarm in N. West
Many minors in Rustenburg, Mahikeng, Klerksdorp, and Potchefstroom are engaging in illegal gambling
Ford recalls 582 vehicles over battery defect
Ford says the chemical reaction inside the batteries produces dangerous hydrogen sulphide
Repo rate remains unchanged at 6.75%
Repo rate remains unchanged at 6.75%
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.75%, citing heightened global uncertainty following the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East and its impact on inflation and growth.
With just a few weeks into the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East, Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago noted that leading...
Court dismisses Cholota’s appeal bid to avoid prosecution
Cholota had argued that the Supreme Court of Appeal could arrive at a different conclusion.
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecast shows that partly cloudy and warm to cool conditions are expected, with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers possible over the central and eastern parts of South Africa from Thursday afternoon.
“Conditions are favorable for the development of severe storms, potentially leading to...
South Africa’s first table grapes shipment arrives in the Philippines
South Africa’s first table grapes shipment arrives in the Philippines
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has welcomed the successful arrival of the first official shipment of South African table grapes to the Philippines, marking a significant milestone following the granting of market access in 2025.The inaugural shipment represents the culmination of several years of sustained...
SA Banks Are Already Using Agentic AI. Here’s Why It Matters for Customers
Rewind just a few years and large language models and generative artificial intelligence were barely on the public radar, yet the technology has already evolved into its next iteration: agentic AI, a new breed of systems that are semi- or fully autonomous and able to reason and act on their own. And adoption has skyrocketed, […]
Meyerton shooting case postponed to April in Vereeniging
The case involving three men accused of killing six taxi passengers near Meyerton postponed.
Foot-and-mouth disease detected on KZN pig farm
Authorities have confirmed a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak on a pig farm in northern KZN.
Helicopter incident in Hout Bay not linked to DFFE contract
Helicopter incident in Hout Bay not linked to DFFE contract
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has noted with concern an accident with a helicopter operating at the fire site on the slopes of Hout Bay in Table Mountain National Park, while confirming that the occurrence is not linked to its contractual operations.
The helicopter incident involving...
LIVE | Xolani Khumalo assault trial continues
Khumalo’s trail begins at the Palm Ridge Magistrate Court.
South Africa’s Higher Education Department to Sign AI and Digital Skills Deal With Google
South Africa’s Department of Higher Education and Training is set to sign a memorandum of understanding with Google on Monday aimed at advancing digital skills development and integrating artificial intelligence into the country’s education sector. The signing ceremony will take place at Google’s Johannesburg offices in Bryanston and will be facilitated by Higher Education and […]
Meta to Test AI-Powered Product Summaries and Streamlined Checkout on Facebook and Instagram
Meta is testing new artificial intelligence features on Facebook and Instagram designed to give shoppers more product information and streamline the path to purchase, the company announced this week at the Shoptalk 2026 conference. The new experience will allow consumers who click on an ad or visit a website from either platform to see a […]
Burkina Faso Launches AI Language Initiative to Build Tools in Moore, Dioula, Fulfuldé and Gulmancema
Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Digital Transition, Postal and Electronic Communications is advancing its national digital strategy by prioritizing the integration of local languages into artificial intelligence development, in a move aimed at making emerging technologies more inclusive and accessible. Led by the department of Aminata Zerbo/Sabane and implemented through the Permanent Secretariat...