33 h. ago Free State launches transport initiative with Deaf Association

The Free State Deaf Association pleads with govt to invest in more transport resources for the deaf.

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35 h. ago SA taking steps to get internet to unconnected 23 mln people: Malatsi

Malatsi was speaking at the G20 meeting of member states in Polokwane in Limpopo.

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45 h. ago Trump’s National Guard deployment in LA unlawful: California Governor

Troops were stationed around federal government buildings, as police and protesters clashed.

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3 d. ago Ghana, UAE Ink $1B Deal to Launch Africa’s Largest Innovation and AI Hub

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a $1 billion memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish the Ghana-UAE Innovations and Technology Hub – an ambitious project aimed at accelerating Ghana’s digital transformation and solidifying its status as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging tech. The agreement was signed by Ghana’s [...]

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3 d. ago Nigeria Launches AgriConnect to Digitally Empower Farmers with AI and Connectivity

The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, has launched the AgriConnect Initiative – an ambitious program to digitally empower Nigerian farmers through AI, smart devices, and real-time access to agronomic data. Unveiled at the Cultural Centre Complex in Ogun State, the pilot is a collaboration between the Ministry, Huawei Technologies, [...]

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4 d. ago Northern Cape govt concerned about poor state of municipalities

Free State, Northern Cape and North West municipalities are performing badly.

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4 d. ago Free State Education Dept shocked by Kamogelo Baukudi’s kidnapping

Two men impersonating police officers allegedly kidnapped Kamogelo Baukudi.

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4 d. ago More should be done to fight crime in the country: Buthelezi

IFP Deputy President Mzamo Buthelezi was speaking at MP Khethamabala Sithole's memorial service.

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5 d. ago Kenya to Launch Nationwide AI Training for Public Servants in July 2025

In a major move to modernize public service, Kenya will roll out a nationwide artificial intelligence (AI) training program for government workers starting July 2025. The initiative, led by the State Departments for Public Service and ICT & Digital Economy in partnership with the Kenya School of Government (KSG), aims to boost innovation, improve service [...]

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5 d. ago Zambia’s former president Edgar Lungu has died, his party says

Lungu was head of state of the Southern African country between 2015 and 2021

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5 d. ago Presley Chweneyagae’s memorial service to be held at State Theatre

Chweneyagae passed away of natural causes last week, at his home in Pretoria.

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6 d. ago Family of Riverlea slain man call for action against illegal miners

The Zamimpilo Informal Settlement near Riverlea is riddled with crime and gang-related violence.

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6 d. ago Apartheid cops continued harassment after Luthuli death, court hears

Luthuli's granddaughter's statement reflected the hardships that the family had faced in exile.

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7 d. ago Kubayi orders NPA to submit all unsigned extradition requests

Kubayi iterated this after the Free State High Court ruled Moroadi Cholota extradition unlawful.

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7 d. ago Stats SA reports marginal economic growth of 0.1% in first quarter

Gross Domestic Growth was recorded at 0.8% percent on an annual basis.

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8 d. ago Boshielo warns parents to stop shielding children who commit crime

Philangenkosi Makhanya parents were arrested after his mother tipped him.

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1 week ago Flood death toll rises to 117 in Nigeria’s Niger state: Official

Nigeria is prone to flooding during the rainy season, which began in April.

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1 week ago Olorato Mongale remembered at memorial service in Free State

Olorato Mongale was murdered last week and her body was discovered in Lombardy West.

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1 week ago CloudZA Leads the Way in Making Generative AI Work for Africa

South African cloud consultancy CloudZA is putting generative AI to work for Africa, offering locally tailored solutions that boost productivity, efficiency and inclusion. “GenAI isn’t just a tech leap — it’s a chance for Africa to leapfrog legacy systems,” said CEO Jonathan Oaker. “We’re not replacing people; we’re empowering them.” CloudZA’s innovations include a Statement [...]

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2 w. ago Rural areas still struggling to access safely managed water: Stats SA

Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KZN are still struggling when it comes to sanitation

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