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South Africa

Google Commits $2.25 Million To Modernize Africa’s Public Data For An AI-ready Future

Today at 18:29 PM, via iAfrica

Public data—from census results to administrative records—is essential for addressing pressing global challenges such as food security, climate change, and economic development. For Africa, which has the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population, this data is foundational to building an AI-driven future. Drawing a parallel to the continent’s leap from landlines to mobile...

South Africa

Africa’s AI Moment: Empowering the Next Generation to Build their Future

Today at 18:28 PM, via iAfrica

Every time I visit South Africa, I’m reminded why this country represents so much of Africa’s future. The energy here is contagious — young people full of ideas, entrepreneurs pushing boundaries, educators rethinking what learning looks like in a digital world. It’s a place where innovation feels personal and progress feels possible. This week, I’m […]

South Africa

ALX, Anthropic, and The Government of Rwanda Launch Landmark AI Learning Initiative

Today at 17:19 PM, via iAfrica

Partnership Deploys “Chidi,” an AI-Powered Learning Companion, Positioning Africa at the Centre of Global Tech Innovation Kigali, Rwanda – November 17, 2025 ALX, Anthropic, and the Government of Rwanda today announced a landmark partnership to revolutionize learning and teaching across Africa through artificial intelligence. The initiative introduces “Chidi,” an AI-powered learning...

Sport

Slam winner Salisbury to take a break over anxiety

Today at 17:22 PM, via BBC News

Joe Salisbury has experienced the highs of winning Grand Slams and reaching number one in the world. This season he has struggled with anxiety, he tells BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller.

Lifestyle

Your kitchen is dirtier than a toilet – study

Today at 14:24 PM, via The South African

Keep your kitchen safe. Learn why dishcloths, sponges, sinks and counters harbour dangerous bacteria, plus 10 steps to reduce germs at home.

Science/Tech

Why Telkom is winning in mobile

Today at 18:21 PM, via TechCentral

Telkom said mobile revenue growth has been supported by efficient cost management. But there’s more to it than that.

Science/Tech

Microsoft is Adding an ‘Experimental Agentic Features’ Toggle To Windows 11

Today at 18:07 PM, via Slashdot

Microsoft has rolled out a new preview build for Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channel this week that introduces a new toggle called ‘experimental agentic features’ that can be enabled or disabled in the Windows Settings app. From a report: According to Microsoft, this new toggle is designed to “allow agents to use new Windows agentic features.” The company says the feature will work...

Science/Tech

Google’s Gemini 3 Is Here: A Special Early Look

Today at 18:03 PM, via New York Times

Maybe more than other model releases, this one seems to have the attention of Google’s competitors. Will it put the company at the top of the A.I. leaderboard?

Health

C.D.C. Links Measles Outbreaks in Multiple States for First Time

Today at 02:25 AM, via New York Times

If the outbreaks cannot be extinguished by January, the anniversary of the first cases in Texas, the United States will lose what is known as “elimination status” as determined by the World Health Organization.