Rwanda has unveiled a national Digital Public Infrastructure strategy aimed at improving how institutions share data, deliver services and support digital innovation, with officials saying the initiative will also accelerate the country’s ambitions in artificial intelligence. The strategy was introduced during Rwanda’s first DPI Day, held March 9 and organized by the Rwanda Information Society […]
A Tshwane University of Technology artificial intelligence expert is representing the institution at a World Bank Group regional consultation in Pretoria this week, contributing to the analytical framework for the upcoming World Development Report 2026, themed “Artificial Intelligence for Development.” Prof. Anish Kurien, acting director of the TUT AI Hub, is participating in the consultation, […]
Ghana is intensifying efforts to integrate artificial intelligence across public institutions as part of a broader strategy to boost productivity and drive economic transformation, with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations leading the initiative. The push was highlighted during the National AI Expert Training Programme held in Akuse in the Eastern Region from […]
Returning land restores hope – President Ramaphosa
There was jubilation, song and dancing in uMzimkhulu on Friday as President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over title deeds to communities and families dispossessed of their land under colonial and apartheid rule.
Representatives of the Ngunjini, Ndzimankulu/Vierkant and St Paul communities, along with the Lawrence family, erupted into...
Municipalities urged to strengthen governance systems, maintain public trust
Discussions on improving the status of service delivery and sustainability, sharing best practices and developing joint strategies to enhance municipal performance, took centre stage during a Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) engagement session with mayors of metropolitan...
Government is making progress in reducing road accidents, with the latest preliminary data for the period 1 January to 15 March showing an 11% decline in crashes compared to the same period in 2025.
“Every province has seen a decrease in the number of crashes. Fatalities have decreased by 10% compared with the same period last year,” Minister of...
Hlabisa calls for stronger partnerships to revive metros
A call for the urgent strengthening of intergovernmental relations and strategic partnerships to revitalise governance and service delivery in South Africa’s metropolitan municipalities has been made.Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, made the call at an engagement session...
Government and industry reassures public of fuel supply
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association has moved to assure South Africans of a stable fuel supply, with no need for consumers to panic buy.“The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has noted with concern the circulation of statements and messages by certain...
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms in Gauteng, Mpumalanga
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms in the escarpment and Highveld of Mpumalanga, and the northern parts of Gauteng, for Friday.“A high likelihood of minor impacts due to severe thunderstorms is expected over the central interior of Mpumalanga as well as the northern parts...
Ocean Innovation Africa Summit positions Durban as a key hub
Durban is reinforcing its status as a leading centre for ocean economy dialogue and innovation, as it prepares to host the Ocean Innovation Africa Summit from 23 – 25 March 2026.The summit, organised by Ocean Innovation Africa, in partnership with the eThekwini Municipality, will take place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli...
Services SETA moves to restore justice for whistleblowers
The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) has committed to restoring justice for employees dismissed after raising concerns about alleged irregularities, signalling a shift toward stronger protection for whistleblowers.Speaking at a media briefing on Friday, Services SETA Administrator Lehlogonolo...
Following the successful separation of conjoined twins in a groundbreaking operation at Mankweng Hospital recently, the babies are doing well, Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba said on Friday.The twins, who were born on 28 January 2026, underwent a complex surgical procedure that marked a historic milestone for South Africa’s public healthcare...
SA engages South Sudan on the latest political developments
President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral engagement with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, at his official residence in Pretoria, Mahlamba Ndlopfu, on the occasion of a Working Visit to South Africa.
“The Working Visit provides an opportune moment for the two Heads of State to...
Long-awaited justice brings joy as uMzimkhulu communities reclaim land
Communities in uMzimkhulu have welcomed what they described as a long-awaited moment of justice and restoration, as President Cyril Ramaphosa officially handed over title deeds to land claim beneficiaries on Friday.
The handover, which forms part of government’s Land Restitution Programme under the Restitution...
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Saturday participate in the Alex 10K race in Alexandra township, Gauteng.
The Alex 10K race entered its second year in 2025, following Adreach Group’s three-year partnership with Run Alex Athletics Club. This collaboration is aimed not only to revive road running events in Alexandra but to promote local...
TNPA appoints FFS Tank Terminals to refurbish Port of Cape Town
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed FFS Tank Terminals as the preferred bidder to refurbish and operate a liquid bulk terminal for a 25-year concession period at the Port of Cape Town.The terminal, specialising in edible oils and compatible cargo, is a brownfield development covering approximately...
SA transitions from exporting raw materials to building industries
The government has introduced measures aimed at shifting decisively from the export of raw minerals towards the development of competitive local industries.“Government remains committed to ensuring that South Africa builds diversified mineral value chains that create sustainable jobs, expand industrial capacity...
Human Rights Month: South Africa honours its legacy of courage
South Africans at large will commemorate Human Rights Day on Saturday, 21 March, under the theme: ‘A Legacy of Courage: Protecting Rights, Preserving Humanity’.
Observed annually on 21 March since the advent of democracy, Human Rights Day marks South Africa’s progressive trajectory toward an equal, free, and open...
The Limpopo Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has noted with concern the circulation of unverified and misleading information on social media platforms on alleged criminal activities involving a “crying doll” used to lure community members out of their homes.According to circulating claims, the alleged incidents...
President to hand over title deeds in KwaZulu-Natal
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to preside over a significant land restitution milestone today as government hands over title deeds to communities in uMzimkhulu in KwaZulu-Natal.
The ceremony, to be held at the Esayidi Technical and Vocational Education and Training(TVET) College uMzimkhulu Campus, will see more than 17 000...
