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Ghana, UAE sign $1bn deal to build major AI and innovation hub

Monday at 13:56 PM, via iAfrica

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates have signed a $1 billion strategic investment agreement to develop what is being positioned as Africa’s largest integrated innovation and artificial intelligence hub, aimed at expanding Ghana’s digital capacity and serving regional and global markets. The project forms part of a broader bilateral partnership between the two countries and […]

South African Researchers Helped Shape The Foundations Of Google DeepMind

Monday at 13:53 PM, via iAfrica

Google DeepMind, a United Kingdom-based artificial intelligence company, is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern AI. Led by Demis Hassabis, the company gained global attention for developing computer programs that taught themselves to play chess and later Go, which is often described as the most complex board game in the world. These […]

South Africa leads Africa’s AI Competitiveness Ranking Ahead Of 2026

Monday at 13:49 PM, via iAfrica

South Africa ranks as Africa’s most competitive country in artificial intelligence, according to an analysis based on the Global AI Vibrancy Tool and its seven pillars: research and development, responsible AI, economy, talent, policy and governance, public opinion, and infrastructure pasted. The framework includes both absolute and per capita rankings. South Africa placed 36th globally […]

AI-Powered Trading Platforms Gain Traction Among South African Investors

Monday at 13:43 PM, via iAfrica

Artificial intelligence-driven solutions expanded rapidly across industries in 2025, with adoption accelerating in financial services and online trading pasted. According to McKinsey’s “The State of AI” research, nearly 88% of organizations now use AI in at least one business function. Trading and financial services firms have increasingly integrated AI into advanced analytics and...

GBV command centre ready to serve 24/7

Monday at 12:34 PM, via SAnews

GBV command centre ready to serve 24/7

The Department of Social Development’s Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) has reiterated its commitment to remaining open for 24 hours a day and seven days a week during this festive season.

The centre provides free, confidential and immediate support to survivors of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).

“The GBVCC offers...

Deputy Ministers visit Brits water treatment works

Monday at 12:25 PM, via SAnews

Deputy Ministers visit Brits water treatment works

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo and Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, are conducting an oversight visit to the Brits Water Treatment Works in the North West.

The Brits Water Treatment Works is a critical infrastructure project of the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) aimed at strengthening...

JMPD arrests more than 200 for drunk driving

Monday at 11:36 AM, via SAnews

JMPD arrests more than 200 for drunk driving

The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has arrested some 227 motorists for drunk driving.

This after JMPD officers conducted roadblocks, patrols and operations across the city over the past week.

JMPD Chief of Police, Patrick Jaca, emphasised that the arrests are aimed at averting road accidents caused by drivers under the...

Manhunt for Bekkersdal mass shooting suspects underway

Monday at 11:14 AM, via SAnews

Manhunt for Bekkersdal mass shooting suspects underway

Police have launched a manhunt to find suspects linked to the mass shooting perpetrated at a tavern in Bekkersdal in the early hours of Sunday morning.

The incident claimed 11 lives, with 10 others taken to medical facilities for injuries.

“It is reported that about 12 unknown suspects in a white kombi and a silver sedan...

Condolences for veteran NPA prosecutor

Monday at 11:13 AM, via SAnews

Condolences for veteran NPA prosecutor

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has extended condolences on the passing of the National Prosecuting Authority Gauteng Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Riegel Du Toit.

“The Minister extends her heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and relatives of Advocate Du Toit during this difficult...

Weather Service issues disruptive rain, fire danger warning across South Africa

Monday at 11:10 AM, via SAnews

Weather Service issues disruptive rain, fire danger warning across South Africa

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for disruptive rains and severe thunderstorms across the country for today.

The warnings for rain are as follows:

Orange level 5 warning: Disruptive rain resulting in flooding of settlements (both formal and informal) and roads,...

Power system ‘stable’ as festive season demand approaches

Monday at 11:09 AM, via SAnews

Power system ‘stable’ as festive season demand approaches

Eskom has assured that it will keep the lights on this festive season and meet demand.

In a statement, the power utility said the national power system remains stable and consistently meets “demand as Eskom’s generation performance continues to improve”.

“The success of the Generation Recovery Plan, combined with the...

Gauteng to intensify tavern crackdown following Bekkersdal shooting

Monday at 11:07 AM, via SAnews

Gauteng to intensify tavern crackdown following Bekkersdal shooting

Acting Gauteng Premier, Jacob Mamabolo, has condemned the escalation in mass shootings that have occurred in the province.

This after a mass shooting at a tavern in Bekkersdal claimed the lives of at least nine people and left 10 injured.

Earlier this month, another mass shooting in Saulsville, Tshwane, left at...

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