54 h. ago Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty

In one of the most critical sessions of the Global AI Summit Africa 2025, titled “Data: A Strategic Imperative for Adoption, Equity, and Sovereignty,” leaders from across sectors converged to explore the foundational role of data in Africa’s digital future. Moderated by Isobel Acquah, Executive Director of the Certa Foundation, the conversation centered around building… Read More »Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty The post Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty first appeared on iAfrica.

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64 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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3 d. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced substantial reductions in fuel prices effective from midnight tonight. Petrol 93 (ULP & LRP) will drop by 58 cents per litre, while petrol 95 (ULP & LRP) will decrease by 72 cents per litre. Diesel users will also benefit, with diesel (0.05% sulphur) dropping by 83.80… Read More »South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight The post South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Family outraged as Limpopo education is silent amid learner suicide

Maimela's sister Annah Maimela says the department has not given them any feedback.

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8 d. ago F State cooperative asks for release of farming equipment from govt

The department says the farming equipment was never handed to Sediba community.

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8 d. ago Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid

The administration of US President Donald Trump announced on Friday plans to effectively dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID), marking a significant shift toward sharply reducing foreign aid. “Today, the Department of State and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have notified Congress of their intention to undertake a reorganization that would… Read More »Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid The post Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago KZN Agriculture Dept official among two arrested for tractor theft

KZN MEC commends arrest of two suspects, including a department official.

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9 d. ago 70 cases of armyworms reported in Xhariep: Free State Agriculture

The Free State Agriculture Department says 70 known cases of armyworms were reported in Xhariep.

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1 week ago 23 South Africans rescued from human trafficking in Thailand

They were allegedly conned by an employment agency which promised them jobs, free accommodation.

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1 week ago SA water woes attributed to infrastructure damages: Majodina

Majodina says her department plans to clampdown on water tankering and extortion mafias.

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1 week ago Higher Education clamping down on bogus institutions: Gondwe

Gondwe says her department is receiving complaints about unregistered institutions from across SA.

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1 week ago KZN Agriculture on drive to dip livestock for foot and mouth disease

The department is focusing on the restriction of movement, surveillance and vaccination.

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1 week ago Trump signs order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

The sweeping order also would seek to take federal funding away from states that do not comply.

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1 week ago KZN budget not addressing challenges faced by teachers: SADTU

The union says the budget does not talk to the issue of permanent employment of teachers.

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1 week ago AG clamps down on municipalities failing to pay employees’ pensions

About 100 municipalities across the country were found to have violated the act

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1 week ago Limpopo opposition parties warn against mismanagement of budget funds

Maila says money allocated to departments must be used for the benefit of the public.

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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 FS Human Settlements forfeit about R50 million of unspent funds

FS Human Settlements Department will forfeit about R50 million after failing to spend the funds.

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2 w. ago Section 27 questions Limpopo’s pit latrine eradication progress

Section 27 says the Limpopo Education Department may meet its deadline to eradicate pit latrines

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