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Apple wins US F1 TV rights in $750m deal

Today at 15:00 PM, via BBC News

Apple wins the rights to broadcast Formula 1 in the United States for the next five years in deal said to be worth about $750m (£558m) in total.

South Africa

Matrics urged to uphold integrity as they take NSC pledge

Today at 13:45 PM, via SAnews

Matrics urged to uphold integrity as they take NSC pledge

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidates to approach their final examinations with honesty, integrity, and a sense of responsibility to themselves and the country.

Speaking at the National Senior Certificate Pledge Signing Ceremony held at Harry Gwala High...

South Africa

Call to join efforts to curtail rising food costs

Today at 12:34 PM, via SAnews

Call to join efforts to curtail rising food costs

The Competition Commission has played a critical role in assisting government to keep a close eye on anti-competitive practices that inflate the price of food.This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered an address at the 7th Social Justice Summit held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Friday.“Since...

Business

Bright turn for South Africa comes with a big catch

Today at 13:30 PM, via BusinessTech

The International Monetary Fund has published its October update to its World Economic Outlook report, which shows a more optimistic forecast for GDP growth in South Africa.

Education

Africa: The Africa Education Trust Fund Ai Conference Launched in Accra

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] The Africa Education Trust Fund Artificial Intelligence (AETF – AI) Conference was launched in Accra on Tuesday on the theme: “AI for Africa: Unlocking Opportunities for Education, Innovation and Sustainable Development.”

Education

Africa: Prof. Akyeampong Launches Book On Education Reform in Africa Oct 22

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] A renowned Ghanaian educationist and global thought leader, Professor Kwame Akyeampong, is set to launch his latest book, co-authored with Dr Sean Higgins, titled “Reconceptualising the Learning Crisis in Africa: Multi-dimensional Pedagogies of Accelerated Learning Programmes.”

Education

West Africa: Abigail ANNOH

Today at 14:16 PM, via AllAfrica

[Ghanaian Times] Two hundred Ghanaian youth are benefiting from a free Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training programme organised by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The initiative, which is in its second edition, aims to equip participants with technological and entrepreneurial skills to enhance their competitiveness in the global digital market.

Health

How to spot if you have athlete’s foot

Today at 14:34 PM, via BBC News

Dr Ivan Bristow – from the British Association of Dermatologists’ Foot Fungus Task Force – explains why the signs of athlete’s foot can get missed by doctors and nurses.