Home Affairs refutes passport-free entry claims for Lesotho nationals
Home Affairs says such a move would violate Section 9 of the Immigration Act.
South Africa
KZN police warn protesters targeting undocumented foreign nationals
Foreign nationals were seen in videos posted online being assaulted.
Mlotshwa thinks Andrew Chauke is fit for DPP position
Advocate Cyril Mlotshwa has been testifying at the Nkabinde Enquiry.
Valeo Opens AI Development Center in Cairo, Marking 20 Years of Egypt Operations
French automotive technology company Valeo has opened an artificial intelligence development center in Cairo, marking the 20th anniversary of its Egypt operations and reinforcing the country’s position as a global software development hub. The launch was attended by Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology Raafat Hendy, Valeo Group CEO Christophe Périllat and...
Google Earmarks $750 Million to Help Cloud Partners Sell AI Agents to Enterprises
Google has set aside $750 million to help its Cloud partners sell artificial intelligence agents to enterprise customers, the company announced at its Google Cloud Next conference in Las Vegas this week. The funding is available to partners ranging from startups to large consulting firms and can be used for costs including Gemini proof-of-concept projects, […]
Biotech Startup 10x Science Raises $4.8 Million to Use AI for Drug Development Bottleneck
A biotech startup founded by three scientists from a Nobel laureate’s Stanford laboratory has raised $4.8 million in seed funding to apply artificial intelligence to one of drug development’s most persistent bottlenecks: the characterization of molecular candidates before they can be tested and manufactured at scale. 10x Science, founded in December 2025, announced the round […]
AI Is Creating Jobs in Africa, But Not the Jobs You May Think
Artificial intelligence is moving from experimentation to operational deployment across African enterprises, reshaping both how organisations function and the types of roles being created, according to Cloud23, a Johannesburg-based enterprise software and AI advisory firm. Cloud23 works across multiple African markets and provides enterprise digital transformation and AI implementation services...
The AI Productivity Paradox: How SA Companies Can Lead the Way and Avoid “AI-Washing”
As global headlines increasingly report AI-driven layoffs in the US and other major markets, and companies pause hires and leave roles unfilled while expecting remaining team members to absorb the workload, South African employers and employees alike are considering what the impact of the trend might be once it fully hits our shores. The reality […]
Senqu Bridge a powerful symbol of cooperation and shared development
Senqu Bridge a powerful symbol of cooperation and shared development
Mokhotlong, Lesotho – President Cyril Ramaphosa has underscored the strength and longevity of relations between South Africa and Lesotho, describing the Senqu Bridge as a powerful symbol of cooperation and shared development.
Speaking at the official launch of the bridge under the Lesotho Highlands Water Project...
Mandisa Maya urges more women in top Judicial posts
Chief Justice Mandisa Maya has called for the appointment of women in the judiciary.
Ramaphosa joins King Letsie III to launch Senqu Bridge in Lesotho
This launch marks a landmark achievement under Phase Two of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.
Judge in Modack trial lambasts defense for delays
Judge Robert Henney warned against further delays.
More FMD vaccines arrive in South Africa
More FMD vaccines arrive in South Africa
The Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has announced the arrival of two million doses of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine in South Africa, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to control the spread of the disease.
The vaccines, sourced from Dollvet in Turkey, represent the first tranche of a six million doses order...
Ntanzi claims police used ID to compile confession in Meyiwa trial
Accused number two in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Bongani Ntanzi is on the stand.
King Misuzulu reaffirms commitment to transparent, peaceful elections
King Misuzulu reaffirms commitment to transparent, peaceful elections
His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has reaffirmed the importance of credible, transparent, and peaceful elections as a cornerstone of constitutional democracy and societal stability.
The King received a high-level delegation from the Electoral Commission at his Private Office at Emashobeni Royal Palace in...
NPA welcomes bail refusal for suspended police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi
NPA says suspended police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s bail denial is in the interest of justice.
Storm damages over 200 homes in Mbuzini, Mpumalanga
The Nkomazi local municipality is yet to report on the extent of the damages.
ConCourt hands down judgment on SAHRC’s enforcement authority
The Constitutional Court ruled that the SAHRC cannot enforce its own directives
SA moves to strengthen climate response across municipalities
SA moves to strengthen climate response across municipalities
As South Africa experiences more frequent extreme weather events, government has launched a national initiative to strengthen climate-responsive development across municipalities.
Municipalities play a critical role in addressing climate change through service delivery, infrastructure development and community...
Bridge across water, history and trust: What the Senqu Crossing tells us about SADC regional cooperation
Bridge across water, history and trust: What the Senqu Crossing tells us about SADC regional cooperation
By David Jacobs
The Senqu Bridge is a visible reminder of how South Africa and the Kingdom of Lesotho have chosen cooperation over competition in the management of shared natural resources, particularly water, one of the most strategic assets in Southern Africa.
The bridge,...
Many Gauteng malaria cases imported from high risk areas: NICD
NICD says malaria cases increased after heavy rainfall and flooding in malaria-endemic regions