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South Africa

Groundbreaking HIV drug, Lenacapavir, to be launched next month

Today at 15:43 PM, via SAnews

Groundbreaking HIV drug, Lenacapavir, to be launched next month

The launch of Lenacapavir – a groundbreaking HIV drug – will be held on June 5 in Mpumalanga.

This is according to Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi who delivered the department’s budget vote on Wednesday.

Lenacapavir is administered via injection twice a year, offering patients six months of continuous protection per...

South Africa

11 suspects arrested in major North West drug lab bust

Today at 15:39 PM, via SAnews

11 suspects arrested in major North West drug lab bust

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 11 suspects, including four Mexican nationals and one woman, following the discovery of a multimillion-rand drug manufacturing laboratory on a farm in Swartruggens in the North West.

The operation, led by SAPS specialised units, was intelligence-driven and resulted in the...

South Africa

Government to launch 50th anniversary of 1976 youth uprisings

Today at 15:39 PM, via SAnews

Government to launch 50th anniversary of 1976 youth uprisings

The Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, is set to officially launch the national programme commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising on Thursday.

The launch will mark the start of a year-long government programme aimed at honouring the sacrifices...

South Africa

Google and SpaceX in Talks to Launch Orbital Data Centres as Space-Based AI Compute Race Heats Up

Today at 15:38 PM, via iAfrica

Google and SpaceX are in talks to launch orbital data centres in space, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing sources familiar with the matter — the latest sign that major AI players are exploring space as a possible frontier for next-generation compute infrastructure. The potential deal comes as SpaceX prepares for a $1.75 […]

Business

Dark clouds gather over South Africa

Today at 15:00 PM, via BusinessTech

The latest employment data paints a bleak picture for South African businesses in the first quarter of the year, with economists warning that things are likely to get worse.

Sport

Confident Swiatek rediscovers ruthless best in Rome

Today at 15:13 PM, via BBC News

Four-time French Open champion Iga Swiatek produces another statement win to reach the Rome semi-finals – and is finding her form just in time for Roland Garros.

Sport

Ulster centre McCloskey out ‘for a number of weeks’

Today at 14:59 PM, via BBC News

Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey will miss the European Challenge Cup final with Montpellier after it was confirmed a hamstring injury is expected to rule him out “for a number of weeks”.

Sport

McKibbin has no LIV regrets despite funding shock

Today at 14:50 PM, via BBC News

Tom McKibbin insists he has “no regrets” about joining LIV Golf even as the tour faces major financial uncertainty following the announcement that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will withdraw its funding at the end of the year.

Education

Nigeria: Minister Alausa – Little Learning Is Dangerous

Today at 15:14 PM, via AllAfrica

[Vanguard] In my second year at the University of Ife in 1979, two students from the Federal Government College, Kano joined the Faculty of Arts. Awam Ampah and Funso Alabi fitted in perfectly.

Education

Nigeria: Why We Scrapped Utme for Some Courses – Alausa

Today at 13:46 PM, via AllAfrica

[Leadership] Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has explained that the federal government’s decision to exempt some courses from the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) was driven by data showing declining enrolment in Colleges of Education, Polytechnics and Agriculture-related programmes across the country.

Science/Tech

In crypto, trust is the new currency

Today at 15:04 PM, via TechCentral

Binance South Africa’s Sam Mkhize on how compliance is reshaping Africa’s crypto ecosystem.

Science/Tech

Cash Felber Charges to Maiden British F4 Podium at Brands Hatch

Today at 14:10 PM, via Tech Financials

DAVENTRY, UK  – Cash Felber took on a starring role at Brands Hatch this past weekend (9-10 May) as the American teenager claimed a first-ever podium finish in the Wera Tools F4 British Championship, certified by FIA. In just his second meeting competing in Britain’s Formula 4 category, Cash delivered a sublime drive in the weekend’s […]