MONDAY, 09 MARCH 2026, 07:22
Ethiopia’s Council of Ministers has approved $324.3 million in international financing and authorized the establishment of a dedicated Artificial Intelligence University during its 53rd regular Cabinet meeting. The new university, established under Proclamation No. 1294/2015, will operate as an autonomous institution focused on training researchers and specialists in artificial intelligence....
The eThekwini Municipality has voted to sign a legally binding memorandum of agreement with a South Korean power consortium to explore the development of a major AI data center south of Durban, brushing aside calls from opposition councillors for greater transparency before committing to the deal. According to an official report to the city’s economic […]
Rain continues into weekend in GP, with showers easing to a 60% chance Saturday and Sunday: SAWS.
Nine workers died and three were hospitalised after a concrete slab collapsed at Ormonde
The court has sentenced two men to 20 years each for the gang rape of a 15-year-old girl.
BMA to host anti-corruption campaign at Maseru border
In a continuous effort to root out fraud and corruption at South Africa’s ports of entry, the Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum (BMIACF), under the chairpersonship of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), is taking its message of the impact of corruption to the Maseru port of entry.
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The case has been postponed at the request of the defence and for further investigation.
Nine taxis were set alight at the Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town in the early hours of Friday morning amid ongoing tension in the industry in the Western Cape.
Committee members say the minister is continously absent from their meetings.
Health professionals have been cautioned to observe their ethical obligations.
SAWS says Gauteng residents should prepare for thundershowers and 80% chance of rain this weekend
Advocate Premhid insists that the commission’s live proceedings will endager his client’s life.
Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has dismissed Suleiman Carrim’s application to testify in camera
Deputy President hails rugby’s role in nation-building
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has praised South African rugby for its role in promoting unity and nation-building, saying the sport continues to inspire national pride and social cohesion.
“These sportsmen teach us that through shared purpose and collective sacrifice, South Africans can overcome challenges and achieve...
Government ensures reliable water source for Bronkhorstspruit residents
The South African government has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to water and addressing persistent supply challenges.
This as the Department of Water and Sanitation handed over a newly completed borehole to the Sokhulumi community in Bronkhorstspruit on Friday.
Speaking during the handover at the...
Government working to stabilise struggling municipalities
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government is implementing measures to stabilise municipalities facing persistent service delivery challenges.
Responding to questions in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) on Thursday, Mashatile acknowledged that municipalities, such as Ditsobotla Local Municipality and Emfuleni...
Government intensifies crackdown on illegal mining
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government is intensifying intelligence-driven operations to combat illegal mining in parts of Gauteng, including communities in the East and West Rand.
Mashatile was responding to questions in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) on Thursday regarding illegal mining in the Gugulethu and...
Government intervenes to address delays in water infrastructure projects
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government is prioritising the completion of delayed water infrastructure projects to address the country’s water challenges.
Mashatile told the National Council of Provinces on Thursday that abandoned and incomplete water projects have reduced water availability and...
The cause of the fire is unknown and the South African Police Service is investigating.
FMD Vaccine rollout campaign continues
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, will spearhead continuing efforts to roll out the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine campaign, with a visit to Katlehong on Saturday.
This is part of government’s robust, multi-pronged strategy to protect the national livestock...
Gungubele to launch African Digital Transformation Centre
The Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mondli Gungubele will launch the African Digital Transformation Centre (ADTC) as a national and regional platform to accelerate innovation, digital skills development, and entrepreneurship this afternoon.Friday afternoon’s launch comes as South Africa stands as...