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Science & Innovation Funding: South Africa’s Science, Technology and Innovation minister Blade Nzimande will release a report on how US withdrawal of R&D funding is affecting local biomedical and clinical trial programmes, with recommendations aimed at boosting domestic research investment and sovereignty. Energy & Transport Tech: Sanral says it will miss its 30 Nov deadline for R9.5bn road maintenance tenders after court rulings forced procurement changes, while Johannesburg’s under-spending and weak maintenance are adding pressure to service delivery. Digital Policy & Content Governance: Communications minister Solly Malatsi appoints a new Film and Publications Board council to steer oversight amid rapid tech-driven content change. AI, Media Monetisation: At Bloomberg’s Africa Business Media Innovators in Cape Town, publishers and creators push for stronger IP ownership and better payment/distribution systems so AI-era reach turns into real revenue. Space/Research Signals: Astronomers report a first radio signal from Beta Pictoris b, adding momentum to Africa’s growing space ambitions. Health & Skills: OECD warns teacher shortages are hitting maths and science, and South Africa faces a major early-learning reading gap that starts before Grade 1. Starlink Push: South Africa renews its appeal to Elon Musk to resolve Starlink licensing, tied to the 30% equity requirement for telecom operators. Local Industry Transition: The automotive aftermarket is urged to prepare now for electromobility as EVs move beyond dealer warranties into independent workshops.

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How and why is Russia’s defence industry booming in Africa and the Middle East?: Russia’s actual gains from South Africa and Egypt defence shows

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Minister Blade Nzimande release the Ministerial Working Group report on Science, Technology and Innovation funding for public comment, 29 Sep

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South Africa welcomes the Promotion Mission of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights

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