Africa-focused defense technology company Terra Industries has raised an additional $22 million in funding to scale its autonomous security systems, extending a previously announced $11.8 million round and bringing total funding in the round to $34 million. The extension was led by Lux Capital and included participation from existing investors 8VC, Nova Global, Silent Ventures, […]
Residents of South Africa are increasingly using artificial intelligence as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions, according to a new report by Google and Ipsos. The study, titled “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the Hands of More People,” shows that South Africans are moving beyond experimentation with AI and adopting […]
Defence commends healthcare professionals involved in Project OWETHU
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has hailed its military healthcare professionals for their professionalism, dedication, and compassion in delivering life-changing medical services to patients in remote parts of Limpopo through Project OWETHU.
In a statement, the Department of Defence said Project...
Employers urged to attend UIF ssession in Gqeberha
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth is calling on employers in Gqeberha and surrounding areas to actively participate in the upcoming Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Commissioner’s Breakfast Session. The breakfast session is scheduled for Wednesday, 18 February, at the Southern Sun – The Marine – in Gqeberha in...
Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has expressed deep concern following a serious road crash involving a scholar transport vehicle, which occurred at approximately 7am this morning, on the N4 eastbound, near Atteridgeville, Tshwane.
“The reckless conduct displayed in this incident is unacceptable, particularly...