1+ day, 5+ hour ago   (726+ words) New Delhi, India - President Cyril Ramaphosa has identified artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies as tools that, if used effectively and responsibly, can help reduce inequality, poverty and underdevelopment. However, he warned of the risks and called for greater oversight…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago   (367+ words) Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has urged young South Africans to start planning their futures now and use the September 2026 application window to apply to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges for the 2027 academic year. The…...

1+ week, 5+ hour ago   (315+ words) A multimillion rand traders’ precinct in Hammarsdale is expected to boost eThekwini Municipality’s informal economy by providing safer and more conducive trading conditions for local informal businesses. Launched during Public Service Month, the precinct honours the legacy of late councillor…...

1+ week, 6+ hour ago   (394+ words) The conclusion of export negotiations between South Africa and Egypt is set to pave the way for South African beef and livestock producers to access Egypt’s substantial consumer market, providing a potential boost to the country’s red meat industry. The…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (611+ words) Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy says government is pursuing legislative amendments to move towards a strict zero percent blood alcohol policy as part of efforts to improve road safety. The legislative amendments will be made to Section 65 of the National…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (295+ words) A 37-year-old man has appeared in the Johannesburg Specialised Commercial Crimes Court to face multiple charges arising from allegations relating to the procurement of medical supplies and equipment at Tembisa Hospital. According to the National Prosecuting Authority, Stefan Joel Govindraju,…...

2+ week, 9+ hour ago   (162+ words) Deputy President Paul Mashatile is recovering well after undergoing a minor surgical procedure and remains in contact with his office, the Office of the Deputy President said. The assurance follows a Sunday World article about the Deputy President’s health and…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (478+ words) These reforms matter because a growing economy creates the foundation for investment, enterprise development and, most importantly, jobs. But the gains we are making are at risk of being undermined by another economy operating alongside the legitimate one: ‘the illicit…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (598+ words) A newly opened vegetable packhouse in Bloemhof is set to unlock growth opportunities for farmers, improve access to formal markets and strengthen the agricultural value chain in the North West. North West Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Madoda Sambatha officially…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (539+ words) President Cyril Ramaphosa says infrastructure investment is central to South Africa’s economic growth, job creation and regional integration. “We need roads, bridges, rail lines, ports, power lines, data cables and gas pipelines that cross our region and continent,” President Ramaphosa…...