43 h. ago One lane of the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass reopened after truck crash

One person died in the crash at the foot of the Pass KZN.

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46 h. ago Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships

Niger’s military-led government is doubling down on resource nationalism, awarding copper and lithium mining permits to local firms as part of a broader, Sahel-wide push to reduce reliance on Western companies. The move echoes similar strategies in Mali and Burkina Faso, fellow junta-led states, which also favor domestic control and courting non-Western allies like China,… Read More »Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships The post Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships first appeared on iAfrica.

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64 h. ago N3TC implements stop/go traffic control following Warden crash

Traffic affected by a crash involving two trucks near Warden in the Free State.

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64 h. ago How can you implement a budget that you don’t believe in: DA’s Aucamp

DA FedEx will be holding meetings over the next two-days to discuss the party's GNU future

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3 d. ago Five suspected CIT robbers killed in shootout with police in Durban

The shootout comes after a gang robbed a cash van during peak hour traffic.

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7 d. ago Sudan’s army takes major market as it extends control over capital

Souq Libya is one of the largest and most important commercial hubs in Sudan.

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9 d. ago Court halts digital migration deadline, delays analogue TV switch

The court suspended the switch-off deadline and interdicted the Minister from implementing it

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1 week ago Cassava Technologies Teams Up with Nvidia to Build Africa’s First AI Factory

Cassava Technologies is set to roll out Nvidia’s artificial intelligence software at its South African data centers by June, marking a major step toward building Africa’s first “AI factory.” Once this is successfully implemented, the UK-headquartered digital infrastructure firm plans to expand the deployment to Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, and Nigeria. The company, founded by Zimbabwean… Read More »Cassava Technologies Teams Up with Nvidia to Build Africa’s First AI Factory The post Cassava Technologies Teams Up with Nvidia to Build Africa’s First AI Factory first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays

With only three weeks remaining until the Easter weekend, authorities have already intensified efforts to enhance road safety. Cape Town’s traffic department confirmed that preparations are well underway, with all traffic officers fully mobilised for the busy holiday period. Last week, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy officially launched the national Easter road safety campaign, highlighting lessons… Read More »Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays The post Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum

The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has recaptured the Presidential Palace in Khartoum, marking a symbolic victory in its battle against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since April 2023, both sides have fought bitterly for control, plunging Sudan into a humanitarian catastrophe that has left over 28,000 dead and displaced 11 million people. The RSF,… Read More »Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum The post Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago SACAA to release report of light aircraft crash in Limpopo in 30 days

Three people were injured in the crash which happened on Sunday.

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1 week ago Motlanthe part of panel that will facilitate DRC peace talks

The two blocs want to implement immediate, medium- and long-term measures to achieve peace.

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1 week ago Tragedy at Saldanha Airshow: Investigation Underway After Fatal Crash

The skies above Saldanha Airport were meant to be filled with awe and excitement. Instead, tragedy struck on Saturday when an Impala Mark 1 aircraft crashed during the airshow, erupting into flames upon impact. The pilot, James O’Connel, did not survive. Now, investigators from the Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) of the South African… Read More »Tragedy at Saldanha Airshow: Investigation Underway After Fatal Crash The post Tragedy at Saldanha Airshow: Investigation Underway After Fatal Crash first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago eThekwini adopts water turnaround strategy to halve unpaid usage

eThekwini says R9.3 billion will be put aside over the next 3 years to implement the strategy.

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1 week ago SA Aviation Authority investigates fatal West Coast Airshow crash

SACAA launches investigation into a fatal plane crash that occurred during the West Coast Airshow.

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2 w. ago Nigeria Embraces Crypto with New Law Amid Regulatory Caution

Abuja is set to recognize cryptocurrency under the 2025 Nigerian Investment and Securities Bill, pending President Bola Tinubu’s approval. This marks a shift from previous hostility, granting legal status to crypto exchanges and digital assets, excluding fiat-backed digital money. Nigeria’s crypto adoption surged in response to economic instability, particularly after the 2015 oil price crash… Read More »Nigeria Embraces Crypto with New Law Amid Regulatory Caution The post Nigeria Embraces Crypto with New Law Amid Regulatory Caution first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Energy expert warns South Africans of risk of further load shedding

Stage 2 load shedding was implemented on Wednesday.

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2 w. ago SA condemns Israeli airstrikes that killed over 350 Palestinians

The airstrikes took place after the failure to implement the second stage of the peace agreement.

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2 w. ago Best African Nations for Education and Where They Rank Globally

Education remains a driving force behind Africa’s development, with several nations making significant strides in expanding access to quality learning. Despite historical challenges such as infrastructure deficits and teacher shortages, many African countries have successfully implemented major reforms and invested in modern technology to enhance their education. According to the 2024 Best Countries for Education… Read More »Best African Nations for Education and Where They Rank Globally The post Best African Nations for Education and Where They Rank Globally first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Mbalula Blames Coalitions for Johannesburg’s Decline Amid Criticism of ANC Governance

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has shifted blame for Johannesburg’s deterioration onto coalition governance, stating that the city’s decline began only after the ANC lost control. Mbalula’s comments, made during a media briefing at Luthuli House on Thursday, follow criticism from President Cyril Ramaphosa about the city’s poor condition, especially with Johannesburg set to host the… Read More »Mbalula Blames Coalitions for Johannesburg’s Decline Amid Criticism of ANC Governance The post Mbalula Blames Coalitions for Johannesburg’s Decline Amid Criticism of ANC Governance first appeared on iAfrica.

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