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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

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.

Education

Namibia: Corporate Support Strengthens Access to Education

Today at 00:15 AM, via AllAfrica

[Namibian] As Namibia continues to implement its new system of subsidised tertiary education fees, corporate institutions and philanthropic organisations are reinforcing their role in supporting access to education.

Education

Eritrea: Adult Education Opens Educational Opportunity

Yesterday at 23:40 PM, via AllAfrica

[Shabait] – At an activity assessment meeting conducted in Barentu on 23 January, it was reported that the adult education program has opened educational opportunities to many citizens in the Gash Barka Region.

Education

Texas Moves to Curtail Visas for Skilled Foreign Workers

Yesterday at 22:47 PM, via New York Times

Gov. Greg Abbott said the state would investigate public agencies and universities that employ those with H-1B visas, a program the Trump administration has also targeted.

Science/Tech

GoExMe Announces High-Limit BTC to XMR Swaps with $100,000 Transaction Cap and 24/7 Premium Support

Today at 06:37 AM, via Tech Financials

GoExMe, a leading instant digital asset exchange platform, has unveiled a significant infrastructure upgrade aimed at high-volume traders. The platform now offers support for Bitcoin (BTC) to Monero (XMR) swaps with transaction limits up to $100,000, coupled with dedicated, round-the-clock expert support to ensure seamless execution. Bridging the Gap Between Privacy and Scalability As demand […]

Science/Tech

UK Financial Ltd Engages Early Bitcoin-Era Exchange Veteran Neulo Emmanuel (Neulo) in Long-Term Strategic Advisory Role

Today at 06:32 AM, via Tech Financials

UK Financial Ltd today announced the appointment of early Bitcoin-era exchange veteran Neulo Emmanuel, widely known in the cryptocurrency sector as “Neulo,” as Strategic Advisor to the company. The formal advisory agreement follows more than eight years of professional collaboration between UK Financial Ltd and CATEX Exchange, where Neulo has played a senior role in […]

Science/Tech

US Government Lost More Than 10,000 STEM PhDs Last Year

Today at 05:30 AM, via Slashdot

An anonymous reader quotes a report from Science.org: Some 10,109 doctoral-trained experts in science and related fields left their jobs last year as President Donald Trump dramatically shrank the overall federal workforce. That exodus was only 3% of the 335,192 federal workers who exited last year but represents 14% of the total number of Ph.D.s in science, technology, engineering, and math...

Science/Tech

Apple Updates iOS 12 For the First Time Since 2023

Today at 04:02 AM, via Slashdot

Apple quietly released its first update to iOS 12 since 2023 to keep iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation working on older hardware through January 2027. The update applies to legacy devices like the iPhone 5S, iPhone 6/6 Plus, and 2013-era iPads. Macworld reports: The update appears to be related to a specific issue. According to Apple’s “About iOS 12 Updates” page, iOS 12.5.78 “extends...