Researchers exploring Antarctica on kite skis

An explorer and a glaciologist have embarked on a three-month mission to cross part of Antarctica on kite skis in search of ice that is 130,000 years old. The goal of the French duo is to better understand the impact on world sea levels of any...

Liberian Economist Earns Global Acclaim for Groundbreaking Research

A Liberian economist and senior Central Bank official, Dr. Bonokai George B. Gould, has earned international recognition for his groundbreaking research titled “Invisible Senders: Gendered Challenges in Cross-Border Payments in Sub-Saharan...

AI boom sees growing demand for Africa’s data science talent

The demand for data science talent is growing fast, as AI becomes essential to how companies operate. Zindi, an online network of professional data science talent, says the growing deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) by African businesses...

ITWeb TV: Jalusi Tech on mission to 'professionalise' start-ups

In this episode of ITWeb TV, Jalusi Tech MD Thandiwe Shema details her start as a tech entrepreneur, reaching a target of employing 80% women in tech roles, adding more solutions to their product suite and how her company is helping small...

KZN Civil engineer faces hefty fine for reckless speeding

A 43-year-old civil engineer from Reservoir Hills has earned a criminal record after being caught driving at more than 200 km/h in a 120 km/h zone in KwaZulu-Natal. Shekendra Bhagwandin was stopped by the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) while...

Business, tech leaders examine AI, data cloud

South Africa’s business leaders, technology experts, and SAP partners gathered in Johannesburg on Thursday to examine how cloud, data, and artificial intelligence innovations are transforming enterprises and creating new growth opportunities....

GSMA Wraps Up Successful MWC25 Kigali Technology Summit

The three day Mobile World Congress in Kigali concluded Wednesday with industry leaders celebrating Africa’s growing digital leadership and renewed commitments to bridging connectivity gaps across the continent. MWC25 Kigali brought together over...

‘He felt invisible in his BMW’- Engineer fined R35k for speeding 

Civil engineer Shekendra Bhagwandin has been fined R35 000 or a two-year prison sentence, half of which is suspended, for speeding at 217 km/h in a 120 km/h zone. KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, said...

Elon Musk Basically Accuses Sam Altman of Murdering OpenAI Engineer on (Of Course) Joe Rogan’s Podcast

Elon Musk visited Joe Rogan’s podcast again, and continued his crusade against his more successful AI competitor Sam Altman, pretty much flat-out saying that Altman murdered the engineer found dead in his SF apartment. We will begin by reminding...

UC Davis researchers discover new species of coastal spider, just in time for Halloween

Keep up with LAist. If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. Emma Jochim knew she wanted to study how...

South Africa: Pick n Pay’s digital evolution, building a connected retail future

Pick n Pay is accelerating into a new digital era. One built on connection, convenience, and customer value. As the retail landscape rapidly shifts, Kerry Janse Van Rensburg, head of Digital Operations, shares how the company is reimagining the...

South Africa exits FATF greylist: what this means for trust compliance

Phia van der Spuy|Published 4 hours ago 5min Exiting the greylist setting the tone for increased compliance efforts, also for non-compliant trustees Background The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced on 24 October 2025 that South Africa...

South Africa: How much methane are coal mines really leaking?

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. It is released from natural sources (like wetlands) and human activities (coal mining, and oil and gas production). It is also emitted by agriculture (especially livestock and rice paddies), and decomposing...

‘South Africans trapped in Myanmar hell!’ — Fake job scam turns into human trafficking nightmare

Cape Town – Dozens of South Africans have been left stranded in Myanmar after falling victim to a fake job recruitment scam that turned into a human trafficking nightmare. According to reports, the victims were promised lucrative employment...

South Africans Lose Faith in Democracy, Look to Military Rule

Almost half of South Africans say they would support military rule over their current democratic government, according to new findings that reveal deep disillusionment with the country’s political system. The results, reported by The Times UK,...

South African firms eye Chinese market at Shanghai expo

A total of 35 South African companies will showcase their products and services at the eighth China International Import Expo in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10, as part of the country's push to expand export markets amid rising US tariffs. Zanele...

AI revolution in South Africa: Opportunities in a 2030 job market

AI is now common in the workplace, with 72% of users saving over an hour daily. While positivity towards AI is growing, adoption gaps remain. With a significant global workforce challenge by 2030, South African leaders must leverage AI effectively...

Future-Proofing South Africa's Infrastructure Workforce

South Africa's built environment sector has faced significant challenges, including an ageing workforce, a growing skills gap and the need for expertise to address deteriorating infrastructure across sectors such as water, energy and transport....

Can South Africa transform its manufacturing sector before it' s too late?

Phapano Phasha|Published 30 minutes ago 5min WESTERN nations, led by the United States, are actively cultivating India as a strategic counterweight to China, Russia, and BRICS+. This strategy is twofold: offering substantial trade and...

From bakkies to robots: A tourist’s guide to South Africanisms

South Africa is renowned for a variety of things: its storied history, stunning vistas, colourful cultures and, of course, its friendly people. It’s also known for its “South Africanisms” – words and phrases that are unique to the Rainbow Nation....