6 h. ago Ramaphosa calls on private sector to recommit to economic growth

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for private banks to review their lending practices.

Politics

8 h. ago Ghana’s Digital Ministry, Parliament Align on 2025 Tech Agenda and New Laws

Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) has begun a two-day strategic workshop with Parliament’s Select Committee on Information and Communications to align on the Ministry’s 2025 programs and policy priorities. The meeting includes key agencies such as the National Communications Authority (NCA), Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Ghana Post, and the Ghana Meteorological [...]

Politics

9 h. ago LIVE: Inaugural Policy Dialogue on Entrepreneurship Education

Siviwe Gwarube addresses the Inaugural Policy Dialogue on Entrepreneurship Education.

Events

23 h. ago Gwarube to address Policy Dialogue on Entrepreneurship Education

This in Gwarube's efforts to prioritise early childhood development and address unemployment.

Events

33 h. ago Strong start to 98th Comrades Marathon as Khonkhobe, Mukoloma lead

Defending champion and down-run record holder Gerda Steyn is still in the chase

Politics

44 h. ago Trump says Musk relationship over, warns of ‘serious consequences’

Musk has deleted some social media posts critical of Trump

Events

48 h. ago Cosatu hits out at Minister Nkabane for her ‘arrogant’ attitude

Cosatu has criticised Minister Dr Nobuhle Nkabane's conduct, describing her attitude as "arrogant".

Politics

53 h. ago Egypt Opens University AI and Tech Faculties to Vocational School Graduates

In a landmark policy shift, Egypt’s Supreme Council of Universities has approved direct admission for technical school graduates into university programs in computer science and artificial intelligence—removing a long-standing barrier that required complex equivalency procedures. This reform allows graduates from five-year and three-year technical schools, applied technology schools, and post-secondary technical institutes specializing in AI [...]

Culture

59 h. ago Ramaphosa defends BEE policy, dismisses critics as ‘unfounded’

Ramaphosa has described as unfounded suggestions that the policy is irrelevant.

Events

3 d. ago Batohi dismisses as unfounded claims that the NPA is in crisis

The NPA faces backlash from the public for its unsuccessful prosecutions in high-profile cases.

Events

3 d. ago Ramaphosa sends condolences to family of Zambia’s Edgar Lungu

Lungu died on Thursday and was receiving medical care in South Africa for an unspecified illness.

Politics

3 d. ago Nkabane must account for her behaviour in Parliament: Magwenya

Nkabane came before Portfolio Committee to defend withdrawal of SETA board members’ appointments.

Politics

4 d. ago NCC Moves to Bolster Cybersecurity With New National Framework

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched efforts to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aimed at safeguarding the country’s critical communications infrastructure. Announced as part of its wider push to enhance national digital resilience, the NCC said the new framework will set clear guidelines, enforce best practices, and encourage collaboration across government agencies, private companies, [...]

Politics

4 d. ago Ramaphosa expresses deep sadness at passing of Rashid Lombard

Lombard was the recipient of the National Order of Ikhamanga in Silver

Politics

9 d. ago Legacy of Gertrude Shope will live on through the ANC: Ramaphosa

Ramaphosa says ANC stalwart Gertrude Shope was an icon of the women's movement.

Politics

9 d. ago Meta Faces Backlash Over ‘Open Washing’ in AI Licensing Debate

Meta is under fresh criticism for what experts are calling “open washing” after sponsoring a Linux Foundation whitepaper promoting the benefits of open-source AI. The paper argues that open models can significantly cut enterprise costs, claiming proprietary AI tools cost more than three times as much. However, Meta’s role in the report has sparked controversy, [...]

Politics

9 d. ago Nkabane defends withdrawal of SETA board members’ appointments

Nkabane says the initial appointments were done according to the law.

Politics

1 week ago Attracting foreign investment remains critical for SA: Mantashe

Mantashe says Orion Minerals is expected to start copper production in two years' time.

Politics

1 week ago Ramaphosa pays tribute to late ANC veteran, theologian Dr Farisani

Tshenuwani Farisani died after an illness at the age of 76.

Politics

1 week ago Monetary Policy Committee cuts interest rate 25 basis points

The prime lending rate is now 10.75% with effect from tomorrow.

Events