Second swimmer found off KZN’s Pennington beach
On Thursday, one person was successfully rescued and two bodies recovered, at Pennington beach
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Meta to Acquire AI Firm Manus in Deal Aimed at Expanding Autonomous Agents
Meta Platforms said it is acquiring Manus, a Chinese-founded artificial intelligence company, as it looks to strengthen its AI capabilities and accelerate development of so-called autonomous agents. Financial terms were not disclosed, but analysts cited by Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal estimated the deal could be worth more than $2 billion. Meta said the […]
Nvidia Targets Morocco as Next Hub in African AI Expansion
Nvidia has identified Morocco as a priority market in its expanding push to build artificial intelligence infrastructure across Africa. The move follows Nvidia’s entry into South Africa in June, where it partnered with Cassava Technologies to launch what the companies described as Africa’s first AI factory. Nvidia has since said it plans to roll out […]
JMPD urges road safety as holidaymakers return to their homes
Traffic authorities say roadblocks will continue at various spots
South Africa Regulator Warns AI Poses Cyber and Stability Risks to Financial Sector
South Africa’s financial regulator has warned that artificial intelligence presents both significant opportunities and serious risks for the country’s financial system, particularly in the area of information security. In a report titled Artificial Intelligence in the South African Financial Sector, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority said AI could improve efficiency and innovation but...
UCT-Led AI Research Tailors Malaria and TB Drug Dosing to African Genetics
A collaboration between the University of Cape Town’s Holistic Drug Discovery and Development Centre and AI partner Ersilia Open Source Initiative has produced a new computational pipeline designed to adapt malaria and tuberculosis treatment to Africa’s genetic diversity. The research, published in Nature Communications, aims to improve drug safety and effectiveness by accounting for genetic […]
Five key insights we gained about AI in 2025
As 2025 closes, African businesses can look back on one of the most pivotal years in AI adoption to date. Across South Africa, Lagos, and Nairobi, organisations tested, deployed, and learned from AI at pace. Some thrived. Others stumbled. But the lessons that emerged are clear, and they matter far more than the hype. Here […]
News24 | Search continues for two people still missing after mass drowning at KZN beach
The search is continuing for two people who were swept away at Pennington Beach on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast on New Year’s Day.
Police probe death of initiate at Vereeniging initiation school
The 19-year-old collapsed and died in the presence of other initiates on Sunday.
Traffic officers continue to maintain high visibility
Traffic officers continue to maintain high visibility
With the festive season holidays drawing to a close, road users are encouraged to act responsibly and remain vigilant as heavy traffic is anticipated on all major routes nationwide this weekend.
Law enforcement officers will maintain high levels of visibility during this period.
“Motorists are advised to plan their trips...
Gauteng law enforcement arrests 1 160 on New Year’s eve
Gauteng law enforcement arrests 1 160 on New Year’s eve
Gauteng police, working together with other law enforcement agencies, on New Year’s Eve arrested more than 1 160 people for various criminal offences, with about 900 of them being wanted suspects for serious and violent crimes.
The arrests were made during operations that were conducted in all the five districts – Johannesburg,...
Police arrest serial rapist in the Free State
Police arrest serial rapist in the Free State
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully apprehended a 55-year-old man who is allegedly linked to a string of rapes and robberies spanning over two decades across Welkom, Thabong, and Bloemfontein.
The suspect’s run from the law ended recently after he allegedly attacked a 21-year-old female victim.
“The victim was...
Swiss fire victim identification processes underway
Parents of missing youths issued pleas for news of their loved ones after a fire at a Swiss resort
City of Cape Town urges public to save water
City of Cape Town urges public to save water
The City of Cape Town has appealed to residents be more water-wise and minimise non-essential consumption due to excessive water usage over the past few weeks.
The City has set a collective water-wise daily usage target of less than 975 million litres per day (MLD) for the summer season.
This allocation was determined to mitigate the...
Public warned against consuming dead shellfish
Public warned against consuming dead shellfish
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has confirmed large numbers of dead white mussel, whelks and other shellfish being washed out at St Helena Bay and Elandsbaai on the West Coast.
Members of the public have been cautioned to refrain from eating the washed-out marine animals, as they carry significant...
Gauteng Health MEC to welcome New Year’s Day babies
Gauteng Health MEC to welcome New Year’s Day babies
Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, is today expected to join postpartum mothers in welcoming their newly born bundles of joy at the Leratong Hospital in the West Rand.
During the New Year’s Day ceremony, mothers will be presented with gift hampers for their babies.
“Additionally, the MEC will use the...
Government encouraged by progress as SA ushers in the New Year
Government encouraged by progress as SA ushers in the New Year
As the nation welcomes the New Year, President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is encouraged by signs of progress that are laying the groundwork for even better outcomes in the year ahead.
“Yes, much more still needs to be done. We therefore enter the New Year with renewed hope, greater purpose and even greater...
News24 | Riaan Manser | What a year! How Adventure Dads and Moms can reflect when making memories
Riaan Manser leads a busy life, and often the craziness of travel can distract from the things learnt over a year. He reflects on the amazing memories and adventures his two boys got to experience for the first time this year.
Mashatile hails Brian Hlongwa as political educator and lifelong activist
Mashatile hails Brian Hlongwa as political educator and lifelong activist
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has described the late former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa as a lifelong activist, political educator and intellectual contributor to the African National Congress (ANC) and the transformation of government.
Mashatile was delivering the eulogy at Hlongwa’s funeral service...
News24 | Another weather warning issued as some Eastern Cape hailstorm victims still homeless
The South African Weather Service has issued another warning for severe thunderstorms, more than two weeks after a devastating hailstorm left several households homeless in the Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality, Eastern Cape.
Road closures for Cape Town’s New Year event
Road closures for Cape Town’s New Year event
The City of Cape Town has advised the public of several road closures in the Central Business District (CBD) on New Year’s Eve.The Cape Malay Road March will usher in the New Year with traditional Malay music, drums and marching as several choirs take to the streets of the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 31 December 2025.The evening will...