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Mr Price faces new threat in South Africa

Today at 08:54 AM, via Daily Investor

Mr Price said online betting and high debt servicing costs are putting pressure on South African households’ disposable income.

South Africa

Wits Students Awarded Prestigious Google PhD Fellowships

Yesterday at 22:04 PM, via iAfrica

The fellowship recognises exceptional PhD students from the School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics (CSAM) at Wits whose research demonstrates the potential for groundbreaking scientific contributions and meaningful societal impact, particularly in areas where advances in computing can benefit communities around the world. The Google PhD Fellowship programme supports outstanding...

South Africa

Vodacom Named Africa’s Top Employer for Third Straight Year, Sets Global Benchmark in Ethical AI and Innovation

Yesterday at 22:01 PM, via iAfrica

Vodacom Group has been recognised as Africa’s number one employer for the third consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in employee experience and organisational culture. The certification and top ranking were awarded to Vodacom Group alongside individual recognitions for Vodacom Mozambique, Vodacom South Africa, Vodacom Tanzania, Safaricom...

South Africa

Liability In The Age Of AI: Who’s Accountable?

Yesterday at 21:55 PM, via iAfrica

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across all platforms, but it’s essential to remember, as former CEO of RMB, Ginni Rommety, puts it: “AI is not a substitute for human intelligence, it is a tool to amplify human creativity and capability” However, as the volume of critical decisions and solutions provided (or suggested) by intelligence […]

South Africa

Creative Arts Education In The World Of AI Technology

Yesterday at 21:46 PM, via iAfrica

The creative arts are essential for a child’s overall development. They help with growth in the mind, body, and spirit. In the twenty-first century, technology continues to change how we live and work. Still, the creative arts are crucial in combining human creativity with a digital world that keeps evolving. At schools like Reddam House […]

Education

South Africa: Gauteng Denies 64% School Funding Cut Claims

Today at 08:36 AM, via AllAfrica

[Scrolla] The Gauteng Department of Education denies reports that it cut funding to quintile five schools by 64% across the province. Gauteng faces a R444-million budget shortfall this year and another R160-million shortfall expected over the next budget period.

Education

Zimbabwe: Parents Cry Foul Over Alleged Corruption, Abuse of Funds At Danhiko School

Today at 06:54 AM, via AllAfrica

[263Chat] Serious allegations of corruption, financial abuse and maladministration have engulfed Danhiko School in Msasa, a government-run institution for learners with disabilities as parents accuse school authorities of turning the school into a cash cow at the expense of vulnerable students.