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South Africa

Matrics urged to uphold integrity as they take NSC pledge

Today at 13:45 PM, via SAnews

Matrics urged to uphold integrity as they take NSC pledge

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidates to approach their final examinations with honesty, integrity, and a sense of responsibility to themselves and the country.

Speaking at the National Senior Certificate Pledge Signing Ceremony held at Harry Gwala High...

South Africa

Call to join efforts to curtail rising food costs

Today at 12:34 PM, via SAnews

Call to join efforts to curtail rising food costs

The Competition Commission has played a critical role in assisting government to keep a close eye on anti-competitive practices that inflate the price of food.This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered an address at the 7th Social Justice Summit held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Friday.“Since...

South Africa

School Nutrition Programme, social grants critical to fighting hunger

Today at 12:32 PM, via SAnews

School Nutrition Programme, social grants critical to fighting hunger

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the School Nutrition Programme as one of South Africa’s most impactful pro-poor programmes since the dawn of democracy.

The President delivered a keynote address at the 7th Social Justice Summit held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

The school nutrition...

Business

Bright turn for South Africa comes with a big catch

Today at 13:30 PM, via BusinessTech

The International Monetary Fund has published its October update to its World Economic Outlook report, which shows a more optimistic forecast for GDP growth in South Africa.

Sport

LIVE SCORING | URC: Bulls v Connacht

Today at 13:24 PM, via The South African

Keep track of the live scoring as the Bulls take on Connacht in an all-important URC game on Friday night.

Education

Africa: The Africa Education Trust Fund Ai Conference Launched in Accra

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] The Africa Education Trust Fund Artificial Intelligence (AETF – AI) Conference was launched in Accra on Tuesday on the theme: “AI for Africa: Unlocking Opportunities for Education, Innovation and Sustainable Development.”

Education

Africa: Prof. Akyeampong Launches Book On Education Reform in Africa Oct 22

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] A renowned Ghanaian educationist and global thought leader, Professor Kwame Akyeampong, is set to launch his latest book, co-authored with Dr Sean Higgins, titled “Reconceptualising the Learning Crisis in Africa: Multi-dimensional Pedagogies of Accelerated Learning Programmes.”

Education

West Africa: Abigail ANNOH

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] Two hundred Ghanaian youth are benefiting from a free Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training programme organised by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The initiative, which is in its second edition, aims to equip participants with technological and entrepreneurial skills to enhance their competitiveness in the global digital market.

Science/Tech

Find Mining launches XRP-based cloud mining contracts, allowing holders to earn $6,800 in stable income per day

Today at 14:16 PM, via Tech Financials

Amidst global economic volatility and increasing uncertainty about returns from traditional investments, more and more investors are seeking more stable, secure, and sustainable passive income sources. Leading cloud mining platform Find Mining recently announced the launch of new XRP (Ripple) cloud mining contracts, allowing investors to easily earn up to $6,800 in stable daily returns […]

Science/Tech

Litecoin Price Prediction — MEI Pharma’s $100M LTC Injection Sparks Buzz as SNORT Presale Ends 

Today at 13:34 PM, via Tech Financials

MEI Pharma just put $100 million into Litecoin and became the first publicly traded U.S. company to hold LTC as a primary treasury asset.  They acquired nearly 930,000 tokens back in August, brought Litecoin creator Charlie Lee onto their board, and tapped GSR to manage the digital asset strategy.  However, institutional adoption doesn’t always translate […]

Health

When Joy Feels Out of Reach

Yesterday at 17:30 PM, via New York Times

Struggling to feel pleasure is a key marker of depression. But this distressing symptom can also occur on its own.