7 h. ago UKZN First in South Africa to Equip Visually Impaired Students with AI Smart Glasses

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has become the first South African university to provide visually impaired students with Envision Smart AI Glasses – an advanced assistive device powered by artificial intelligence to enhance independence. Five students—Bright Sello, Thandeka Ngcobo, Londiwe Ndaba, Siboniso Mabuza, and Thembisa Xolo – received the glasses, valued at R75,000 each, through [...]

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7 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 [...]

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35 h. ago Wits researchers discover unique breast cancer genes in black women

Wits researchers say their study may assist in detecting new risk factors waiting to be uncovered

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36 h. ago Comrades Marathon kicks off with unprecedented turnout – 22000 runners

The number of runners in the first starting group has been capped at 14 000.

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53 h. ago AI in African Elections: Kenya and Nigeria Weigh Innovation Against Trust

As Africa’s major democracies explore the use of artificial intelligence in elections, both optimism and caution are shaping the conversation. Kenya, with general elections due in two years, is taking early steps. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has been consulting stakeholders on the role of AI, social media, and digital platforms in election [...]

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53 h. 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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53 h. ago Lattice CEO Sarah Franklin: AI Should Serve People, Not Replace Them

For Sarah Franklin, CEO of $3 billion employee performance platform Lattice, the word “balance” is key – especially as companies adopt AI. Speaking at SXSW London and in a follow-up interview with TechCrunch, Franklin emphasized the need to blend AI innovation with a people-first mindset. “We put people first,” she said, noting that while Lattice [...]

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59 h. ago Broos pleased with Bafana’s Tanzania display despite goalless draw

Broos says he wants to give all the selected players a chance to play during the friendlies.

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69 h. ago Tottenham sack Postecoglou two weeks after Europa League glory

Many fans reacted to the news of Postecoglou's sacking with surprise.

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3 d. ago KZN activates disaster teams as severe weather expected for Comrades

SAWS has issued a weather warning of extreme cold conditions with disruptive snowfall for KZN.

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3 d. ago Sean Combs’ lawyer accuses witness of lying about balcony attack

Jurors on Wednesday saw a picture Bongolan took of a bruise on her leg.

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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.

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3 d. ago Withdrawal of SANDF troops from DRC a work in progress: Motshekga

Minister Motshekga says significant work has been done despite the delay.

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4 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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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, [...]

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4 d. ago ChatGPT Expands Business Tools With Cloud Integrations, Meeting Notes, and Deep Research Features

OpenAI is rolling out major upgrades to ChatGPT for business users, adding cloud service integrations, meeting transcription, and support for deep research tools. ChatGPT now connects with Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Box, allowing users to search across their own files to answer questions. For example, analysts can tap into slide decks and internal [...]

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4 d. ago SAUS seeks legal clarity on bail given to accused WSU student killer

The Mthatha Magistrate's Court in the Eastern Cape granted murder accused Mampane bail on Tuesday

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4 d. ago Activist calls for demolishing of Zamimpilo Informal Settlement

Riverlea has struggled with the issue of illegal mining for many years.

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4 d. ago Mother accused of selling toddler to sangoma to apply for bail

The woman allegedly sold her son to the sangoma for R75 000.

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4 d. ago UN calls for probe into mass graves at Libya detention centres

Outright war fighting in Libya abated with a ceasefire in 2020.

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