22 h. ago SA launches R440bn transmission plan, eyes private sector funding

The 10-year plan aims to construct 14 000 km of transmission lines through PPP.

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39 h. ago Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads

Africa’s future is being shaped at the intersection of opportunity, innovation, and leadership. At the Global AI Summit in Kigali, the session “Leading in the Age of AI” brought together some of the continent’s most influential voices to chart a bold course through one of the most transformative technologies of our time. A Transformational Moment… Read More »Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads The post Leading in the Age of AI: Africa’s Leadership at a Defining Crossroads first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

Economics

6 d. ago Kenya’s Angama Amboseli Camp Revives Lion Populations Amid Conservation Efforts

In Kenya’s Angama Amboseli camp, opened in November 2023, the once-dying roar of lions is now a thrilling presence. Historically, the region saw significant lion killings, especially between 2001 and 2006, due to human-wildlife conflict. With a population of around 20,000 people in the greater Kimana area, lions were often viewed as threats to livestock.… Read More »Kenya’s Angama Amboseli Camp Revives Lion Populations Amid Conservation Efforts The post Kenya’s Angama Amboseli Camp Revives Lion Populations Amid Conservation Efforts first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Youth encouraged to take advantage of film industry opportunities

Gauteng Film Commission is empowering young and female filmmakers to transform the industry.

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9 d. ago South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities

South Africa is collaborating with the World Bank on a $3 billion initiative to revitalize urban infrastructure in eight major cities, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. These cities have experienced challenges, ranging from power outages and water shortages to degraded road networks and waste management systems. Under the plan, the World Bank will provide… Read More »South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities The post South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa

President Donald Trump has nominated Leo Brent Bozell III, a conservative media critic and pro-Israel commentator, as the United States ambassador to South Africa. Bozell, founder of the Media Research Center, is known for his outspoken views in support of Israel as well as his ties to right-wing media. Since Trump’s return to the White… Read More »Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa The post Trump Picks Controversial Media Critic as US Envoy to South Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Conservative firebrand nominated as US Ambassador to South Africa

Bozell's name was reportedly submitted to the Senate earlier Tuesday

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1 week ago Trump’s Afrikaner Refugee Plan Sparks Rush of Applications from South Africa

More than 67,000 white South Africans, mostly Afrikaners, have expressed interest in seeking refugee status in the US under President Donald Trump’s executive order. The South African Chamber of Commerce in the US submitted the list to the US Embassy in Pretoria, following Trump’s claim that Afrikaners face racial discrimination and land seizures under South… Read More »Trump’s Afrikaner Refugee Plan Sparks Rush of Applications from South Africa The post Trump’s Afrikaner Refugee Plan Sparks Rush of Applications from South Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid

On Sunday, Kusile Power Station’s Unit 6—the facility’s final unit—began contributing up to 800MW of electricity to South Africa’s national grid for the first time. Eskom announced that Unit 6 will undergo further testing over the next six months before its full integration into the grid as an official part of Eskom’s generation fleet. Once… Read More »Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid The post Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Tunisia’s president sacks Prime Minister amid economic crisis

Tunisian President Kais Saied sacked Prime Minister Kamel Maddouri.

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2 w. ago Inside Egypt’s Ambitious Blueprint for Gaza’s Recovery and Growth

Recently, Egypt unveiled a $53 billion, three-phase plan to rebuild Gaza, aiming to stabilize the region and create a self-sustaining economy over five years. Backed by several European nations as well as the Arab League, the plan prioritizes keeping Gazans in their homeland while sidelining Hamas in favor of an independent transitional committee, eventually handing… Read More »Inside Egypt’s Ambitious Blueprint for Gaza’s Recovery and Growth The post Inside Egypt’s Ambitious Blueprint for Gaza’s Recovery and Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago SACP, ANC plan joint body to speed up alliance reconfiguration

SACP and ANC agreed to set up a joint alliance consensus mechanism to speed up their reconfiguration

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2 w. ago Johannesburg boosts green infrastructure to combat climate change

Johannesburg is planting trees as part of its Climate Action Plan to restore ecosystems.

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2 w. ago Lagos’ Dining Scene Evolves: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation

Lagos’ food scene has transformed into a dynamic, cosmopolitan experience, blending traditional Nigerian flavors with international influences. Once limited in dining options, the city now boasts diverse culinary spaces that celebrate both heritage and innovation. Restaurants like Àjọjẹ foster intimate, communal dining, while places like NOK by Alára highlight pan-African cuisine with a contemporary twist.… Read More »Lagos’ Dining Scene Evolves: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation The post Lagos’ Dining Scene Evolves: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago ‘If Eskom can address issues, it will be prepared for winter season’

Eskom has announced that it will release its winter plan in the coming weeks.

Politics

3 w. ago ANC accuses DA of trying to use the Budget to block transformation

ANC has lashed out at the DA for being against the 0,5 percent VAT increase.

Politics

3 w. ago South African Artist Using Vibrant Sculptures to Revitalize Public Park

South African artist James Delaney uses vibrant metal sculptures to make Johannesburg’s public parks more inviting and safer. Over the past decade, he has installed more than 100 sculptures in The Wilds Park, including a striking red kudu and a life-sized pink giraffe, transforming the neglected space into a lively communal hub. Johannesburg, known for… Read More »South African Artist Using Vibrant Sculptures to Revitalize Public Park The post South African Artist Using Vibrant Sculptures to Revitalize Public Park first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago VAT increase remains sticky point among many political parties

The DA says Godongwana should follow what it calls a six-point plan it has crafted.

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