KZN Transport implements ‘invoice war room’ to tackle payment delays
The department has paid R700-million to contractors as pressure mounted over delayed invoices.
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Strong winds causing dangerous driving conditions on N3 between F State and KZN
N3TC is urging motorists to drive with caution on the toll route between KZN and Free State.
Over 60 nabbed during illegal mining bust in Ekurhuleni
Illegally erected shacks were demolished and police confiscated illegal mining equipment.
African Stakeholders Call for Accelerated Investment in All-Optical Networks to Power Continent’s AI Future
Industry leaders, policymakers and technology experts have called for accelerated investment in All-Optical Networks across Africa, positioning fibre infrastructure as the critical backbone for the continent’s AI-driven future and next-generation digital economy. The All-Optical Summit 2026 was held as part of the Connected Africa Summit 2026 under the theme “Future Proof Fibre Connectivity...
China’s Moonshot AI Raises $2 Billion at $20 Billion Valuation as Open-Weight Models Drive Investor Interest
Beijing-based AI lab Moonshot AI has raised about $2 billion at a $20 billion valuation, according to a post from Huafeng Capital, signaling continued investor appetite for Chinese open-weight large language models even as Chinese AI companies operate with smaller funding pools than their Western counterparts. The round was led by Long-Z Investment, the venture […]
Zambian Student Builds Machine Learning System to Help African Farmers Adapt to Climate Change
A Zambian graduate student in the United States is developing a machine learning system designed to help African farmers decide what to plant, when to plant it and how much yield to expect — addressing a growing challenge as climate change disrupts the generational knowledge that has long guided African agriculture. Mwansa Phiri, a student […]
Grabouw Becomes Testing Ground for AI-Driven Farming as Aerobotics Expands Drone and Crop Tech Across the Elgin Valley
The Western Cape town of Grabouw has emerged as a leading testing ground for AI-driven agricultural technology in South Africa, with drone-based spectral imaging, AI-powered irrigation and crop monitoring tools deployed across what is the largest single source of exported fruit in southern Africa. Located about 65 kilometers east of Cape Town, Grabouw is the […]
Nelson Mandela Bay on high alert as floods displace thousands
The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro areas have been affected by inclement weather.
South Africa Joins Growing List of Governments Embarrassed by AI Hallucinations in Official Documents
South Africa’s withdrawal of its Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy in late April after fake AI-generated citations were discovered in the document marked the first time a government has formally withdrawn an official document over AI hallucinations — but not the first time fabricated AI content has appeared in government or quasi-government material. The incident […]
Massive levy collection boosts food security and transformation investment in agriculture
Massive levy collection boosts food security and transformation investment in agriculture
South Africa’s agricultural sector has surpassed the R1.155 billion mark in statutory levy collections, reinforcing the sector’s ability to invest in food security, farmer support, transformation, and global competitiveness.
According to the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC) 2025...
Ditsobotla residents decry worsening service delivery
Community leader Johanna Tlotleng says residents are sick and tired of government.
NCC’s Adams remanded in custody until 13 May
Adams made his first appearance in the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.
State to hand over outstanding evidence in ‘Cat’ Matlala case
Alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala appeared at the High Court in Johannesburg.
TNPA calls for proposals for bulk terminal operator
TNPA calls for proposals for bulk terminal operator
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is inviting interested parties to submit bids in response to the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a terminal operator to finance, operate, maintain, refurbish and/or construct a Liquid Bulk Terminal at the Port of Cape Town for a 25-year concession period.The project site...
Western Cape remains vigilant as inclement weather continues
Western Cape remains vigilant as inclement weather continues
The Western Cape government says it continues to implement a coordinated, multi-disciplinary response to mitigate the impact of the intense weather system that has swept across parts of the province, with the Garden Route and parts of the Central Karoo among the hardest-hit areas.
Acting Premier of the Western Cape, Dr...
Cabinet approves early childhood development and other bills
Cabinet approves early childhood development and other bills
Cabinet has approved a series of legislative measures aimed at strengthening early childhood development at a time that the country marks Child Protection Month.Cabinet approved the submission of the Children’s Act Amendment Bill, 2026 to Parliament.Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the proposed bill...
Fadiel Adams formally charged with five counts
NCC leader Fadiel Adams has appeared in court on charges linked to alleged interference…
Cabinet approves women empowerment index to strengthen gender equality
Cabinet approves women empowerment index to strengthen gender equality
As South Africa marks 70 years since the historic 1956 Women’s March, Cabinet has approved the implementation of a Socio-Economic Empowerment of Women Index aimed at strengthening gender equality and inclusive economic participation.
The index will serve as an annual scorecard to measure and track progress in...
Computerised testing reduces corruption at licensing centres
Computerised testing reduces corruption at licensing centres
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) says there has been a significant decline in fraudulent learner licence passes, following the introduction of computerised testing systems at licensing centres across South Africa.
The computerised learner licence testing system, introduced in 2021, was implemented to combat...
Commission hears how Hawks storage lacked critical security measures
He has testified that the Port Shepstone Hawks offices operated between 7:30am and 4pm weekdays.
Cabinet reaffirms South Africa’s growing strength in medical science
Cabinet reaffirms South Africa’s growing strength in medical science
Cabinet says South Africa continues to demonstrate world-class medical and scientific expertise in its handling of the recent cases of Hantavirus.
This comes after South African officials worked with speed to detect, contain and respond to the cases of Hantavirus in the country.
Briefing media on the outcomes of...