Mashatile welcomes court’s ruling on Chief Luthuli’s death
Court has ruled that Chief Albert Luthuli’s death was as a result of assault injuries.
South Africa
State to further probe Sibiya’s assault claims in Meyiwa trial
The State in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue with cross-examination.
EMPD Deputy Chief faces suspension over links to ‘Cat’ Matlala
Mkhwanazi allegedly used his powers to supply Matlala’s private vehicles with EMPD blue lights.
News24 | amaBhungane | Deadly water (Part 2 continued): Another Rooiwal debacle in Rustenburg
Tenderpreneur Rudolf Schoeman’s modus operandi was already on full display during the 2018 Bospoort contract, but the red flags were ignored or buried, which helped CMS Water Engineering secure the R291-million Rooiwal contract.
Ramaphosa reaffirms commitment to strengthen SA-Switzerland relations
Ramaphosa reaffirms SA’s commitment to strengthening trade and diplomatic relations with Switzerland
The AI Awakening – A New Era Of Innovation For The Telecommunications Sector
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is disrupting the status quo in telecommunications. As major global innovators push the boundaries of AI development, telecom companies have an opportunity to leverage these capabilities and deliver groundbreaking services that redefine the Customer Experience (CX) and transform their entire business models. A world of opportunity – AI’s impact on telecoms The […]
AI-Powered Maintenance: The Key To Efficiency, Resiliency And Sustainability In Future-Ready Data Centres
The data centre marketplace is facing a conundrum of sorts; on the one hand, operators are now investing heavily in infrastructure to meet AI’s growing demands, on the other hand, it still (often) relies on outdated maintenance methods to manage mission-critical equipment. But with rising energy demands, talent shortages, stricter sustainability regulations, and mounting risks […]
Breaking New Ground With AI-Enhanced Code For The Retail Industry
AI is a foundational technology in the retail sector. Deployed to enhance personalisation, operational efficiency and optimise workflows and planning, AI solutions are rapidly becoming practical, enterprise-scale deployments that allow for deeper human-machine collaboration and customer satisfaction. They’re also proving critical to ensuring retailers remain ahead of evolving customer...
South Africa Needs A Collaborative And Coordinated AI Skills Strategy
South Africa has the potential to harness the power of AI to positively transform the economy and society. The global shift driven by AI is affecting industries and altering how businesses function, promising to add an estimated $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030. However, this opportunity comes with an urgent imperative. The country […]
Africa’s Hotel Sector Leads the World in AI Adoption, New Study Reveals
Hotel chains in Africa and the Middle East are leading the world in AI adoption and integration, according to a new global study by h2c, commissioned by hotel technology provider Profitroom. The research reveals that while African hospitality businesses are embracing artificial intelligence at unprecedented rates, most lack the data infrastructure needed to maximise its […]
News24 | Gunmen kill Joburg taxi association boss Molefe Moekeletsi
The chairperson of the Alexandra Randburg Midrand Taxi Association (ARMTA), Molefe Moekeletsi, was gunned down in Malboro Gardens, Johannesburg, on Thursday.
Social protection must be the beginning of inclusive prosperity, says Deputy Minister Hendricks
Social protection must be the beginning of inclusive prosperity, says Deputy Minister Hendricks
Deputy Minister of Social Development, Ganief Hendricks, has called for a shift from a passive income model to one that encourages sustainable income generation.
“The goal is to move from temporary relief to lasting economic empowerment for communities,” he said.
The Deputy Minister was...
Durban welcomes development on regional speed train linking major cities
Durban welcomes development on regional speed train linking major cities
EThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has welcomed the Transport Department’s latest move to advance the development of regional speed trains connecting Durban with other major cities, including Johannesburg, Polokwane, Musina, Pretoria, and Mbombela.
This follows the issuing of a Request for Information...
Eight killed in N3 crash involving minibus taxi and truck
Eight killed in N3 crash involving minibus taxi and truck
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has dispatched road crash investigators to determine the exact cause of the accident that took the lives of eight people on the N3 in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Eight people lost their lives during a collision between a minibus taxi and a truck on the N3 between Van...
DFFE takes firm action against a shark longline vessel
DFFE takes firm action against a shark longline vessel
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has taken firm action against a shark longline vessel found to have breached permit conditions – reaffirming government’s commitment to protecting South Africa’s shark populations and restoring integrity in fisheries.
Following an inspection on 25 June 2025,...
President Ramaphosa and Keller-Sutter strengthen economic ties on Swiss train journey
President Ramaphosa and Keller-Sutter strengthen economic ties on Swiss train journey
By Dikeledi Molobela
Bern, Switzerland – Aboard a special train gliding through the serene Swiss countryside, President Cyril Ramaphosa and President Karin Keller-Sutter of the Swiss Confederation held a working breakfast with Swiss business leaders – a meeting that symbolised shared economic...
Parliament joins global movement to eradicate TB
Parliament joins global movement to eradicate TB
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, has signed the Barcelona Declaration on Tuberculosis (TB), which signifies South Africa’s formal commitment to a renewed global parliamentary movement aimed at eradicating TB within a generation.
The declaration was co-signed by the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, during a...
Police Minister commends drug bust in Midrand
Police Minister commends drug bust in Midrand
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has commended members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) for their outstanding work following a major drug bust in Midrand, Gauteng, which led to the seizure of cocaine valued at approximately R20 million.
On Tuesday, 28 October 2025, a crime intelligence-driven, multidisciplinary operation led by...
SA condemns Israeli strikes on Gaza, urges adherence to ceasefire
SA condemns Israeli strikes on Gaza, urges adherence to ceasefire
The South African government has expressed serious concern regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s order for immediate “powerful strikes” on Gaza, citing Hamas’s violation of the truce deal.
According to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), the air strikes have already...
SAPS process to select police trainees still underway
SAPS process to select police trainees still underway
The South African Police Service (SAPS) process to select 5 500 police trainees is still underway, with thousands of applicants still undergoing the first step, which is the psychometric and integrity testing assessments.
According to SAPS, the process is being undertaken in all nine provinces.
“The multi-phase selection...
Zikalala to engage stakeholders on small harbours development in KZN
Zikalala to engage stakeholders on small harbours development in KZN
Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala will on Friday lead a stakeholder consultation session in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, to discuss the development of a small harbour in the area.
The South Coast has been identified as one of the areas in which a small craft harbour can be...