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South Africa

Government welcomes 0.5% GDP growth

Today at 13:20 PM, via SAnews

Government welcomes 0.5% GDP growth

Government says the 0.5% growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of this year demonstrates the resilience of the South African economy amid a challenging global and domestic environment.

According to Statistics South Africa’s (Stats SA) GDP report for the first quarter of 2026 (January to March), the growth marks a sixth...

Africa

What happened and why?

Today at 11:30 AM, via BBC News

The first Somali set to referee at a World Cup finals has been dropped from the list of officials after he was denied entry to the United States.

Education

Nigeria: Citizens Group Urges Military to Intensify War Against Terrorists, Bandits

Today at 13:37 PM, via AllAfrica

[Leadership] The Society for Citizens Safety (SCS) has urged the Armed Forces of Nigeria to sustain and intensify ongoing operations against terrorists, bandits and kidnappers across the country, saying Nigerians remain firmly behind the military in efforts to restore peace and security.

Education

Africa: Africa’s Best Teacher Is Africa – How Strengthening Foundational Skills Together Is Unlocking Jobs for the World’s Youngest Continent

Today at 13:23 PM, via AllAfrica

[New Times] On an ordinary November afternoon nearly two years ago, something extraordinary was happening in Kigali, Rwanda. Kigali Convention Center’s auditorium was filled with nearly 700 participants, including Ministers of Education from 25 African countries, alongside senior officials and leaders from across the development community. At the microphone, Rwanda’s First Lady, Jeannette...

Science/Tech

Payments shift to reshape banking competition

Today at 14:19 PM, via ITWeb

As payment infrastructure becomes increasingly shared and interoperable, banks will need to find new ways to differentiate themselves through innovation, partnerships and customer experience.

Science/Tech

Big win for South African innovation agency

Today at 14:04 PM, via TechCentral

The Technology Innovation Agency sold its Kapa stake for $4.9-million months before Roche bought the biotech for $445-million.

Health

Are you too emotional?

Yesterday at 17:45 PM, via BBC News

Kimberley Wilson gives tips on how to manage your emotions.