Tshwane says excessive water use putting system under strain
The city warns that if consumption is not reduced, widespread water outages could follow.
South Africa
President offers words of comfort to Bishop Bolana’s family
President offers words of comfort to Bishop Bolana’s family
President Cyril Ramphosa has visited the home of the late Bantu Church of Christ Bishop, Dr John Bolana, where he conveyed his condolences and words of comfort to the bereaved family.
The visit in Gqeberha on Monday reflected the nation’s shared sorrow and solidarity during this period of mourning, while honouring the...
Youth called to safeguard dignity in the digital age
Youth called to safeguard dignity in the digital age
Government has condemned the sharing of images and videos of individuals without their consent, underscoring the importance of protecting personal dignity and constitutional rights.
The call was made during the Pre-State of the Nation Address (SONA) Youth Dialogue held on Monday at the Desmond Tutu Hall in Makhaza, Khayelitsha, in...
PwC Survey Finds AI Implementation Gap Slowing Africa’s Digital Transformation
A new report from PwC has identified a significant gap between ambition and execution in artificial intelligence adoption across Africa, warning that the shortfall is slowing the continent’s digital transformation and weakening competitiveness. Findings from PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey show that while 75% of African chief executives expressed strong intent to adopt AI in […]
Safety concerns halt use of mobile classrooms at MP school
Tsandzanani Primary School in Matsulu, Mpumalanga is struggling with overcrowded classrooms
DG-led oversight visit identifies safety, infrastructure gaps
DG-led oversight visit identifies safety, infrastructure gaps
Safety and infrastructure challenges affecting schools, police stations and victim support facilities were pointed out as areas of concern during a Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster Directors-General-led oversight visit in Athlone, Heideveld and Mitchells Plain on Monday.The visit in the Western Cape...
Investor Warns of AI Investment Bubble, Calls for Guardrails in South Africa
Thato Ntseare, an investment manager at E-Squared Investments, has called for stronger governance guardrails around artificial intelligence investments in South Africa, warning that a potential AI bubble could pose risks to markets and investors. In an interview with Business Times, Ntseare said growing enthusiasm around AI investments is increasingly resembling a speculative bubble, driven in […]
University of Pretoria Professor Appointed to U.N. Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence
University of Pretoria professor Vukosi Marivate has been appointed as one of 40 experts to serve on the United Nations Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres recommended Marivate and the other panel members for appointment by the U.N. General Assembly. According to the United Nations, the panel members were selected […]
Absa Expands ElevateHer AI Program Across Nine African Markets
As Africa’s digital economy expands, demand for artificial intelligence and digital skills is rising rapidly across the continent. Women, however, remain underrepresented in technology-driven roles despite growing participation and strong early adoption. Absa, working with Microsoft Elevate and Women in Tech, is extending the ElevateHer AI Program across nine African markets. The expansion...
Addis Ababa to Host AI Leadership Forum During African Union Summit Week
Africa Fintech Summit, in partnership with OpenAI and ALX Ethiopia, will convene policymakers, technology builders, investors and infrastructure leaders in Addis Ababa on Feb. 17 for the Addis AI Leadership Forum, held during African Union Summit week. The forum, titled The Addis AI Forum: Talent, Infrastructure, and Opportunity in Africa, will examine Africa’s position across […]
UWC students stage protest over outstanding residence placements
They are holding all shuttles hostage, demanding that the vice chancellor address them.
City Power urges home businesses to change to business classification
Johannesburg’s City Power urges home-based businesses to switch to business business classification
Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem
Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli says the handover of title deeds to residents of Bethlehem in the Free State, presents an opportunity to correct injustices of the past.“It represents security. It represents opportunity. And it represents a decisive step toward correcting the injustices of our...
News24 | SA has a ‘bogus doctor’ problem
Under South African law, no one may practise medicine unless they have the proper training and are officially registered. Bogus medical practitioners threaten the health of patients and undermine trust in doctors. The problem might be growing, but so is the fight against it.
News24 | ‘They wanted to cool off’: Two young boys drown in Philippi dam
The Philippi community is mourning the tragic deaths of two young boys, aged 9 and 12, whose bodies were recovered from a dam in Jim se Bos informal settlement, Olieboom Road, on Sunday afternoon.
Suspended Ekurhuleni legal head denies interacting with Witness D
Behari is accused of shielding suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi
Western Cape’s Overstrand region hit by flooding amid heavy rains
SAWS has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms in the W. Cape, with heavy rain.
Morero blames syndicates for Johannesburg’s hijacked buildings
The City has around 200 hijacked buildings and is working with police to dismantle them.
Second accused in DJ Warras murder case abandons bail application
Pacula faces charges of conspiracy to commit murder, murder, and contravening the Immigration Act
Bishop John Bolana to receive Special Provincial Category 2 funeral
He died after a short illness at the age of 82 last week Tuesday
Africa must unite amid global uncertainty – Mantashe
Africa must unite amid global uncertainty – Mantashe
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has called on African countries to work together at a “moment of profound global uncertainty”.
The Minister was speaking at the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba which opened in Cape Town on Monday.
The annual Indaba is a gathering of African leaders, industry stakeholders...