This August in Cape Town, the Festival of Eventing makes its groundbreaking debut, a first of its kind, Africa-centric gathering set to unite, upskill, and inspire professionals across the eventing ecosystem. Held at the cutting-edge Century City Conference Centre, this two-day festival will draw over 1,000 attendees, offering hands-on insights,…
As Africa stands at a pivotal moment, facing rising tech demands and the fallout of USAID’s exit, Afrobotics emerges as a bold force for change. Founded by artist-turned-technologist David Phume, this black-owned South African company is on a mission to make the continent technologically independent, ethical, and inclusive. Afrobotics is…
The organisation People Against Race Classification (PARC) is calling for the removal of the race question from blood donation forms, arguing it has no medical justification and reinforces outdated social constructs. During a visit to the Western Cape Blood Service in Cape Town, PARC demanded the immediate review of the…
City of Ekurhuleni Mayor Dr. Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has temporarily suspended the R126 fixed electricity tariff after days of violent protests in Tembisa. Residents took to the streets, blockading roads and clashing with police, arguing the charge was unaffordable and deepening economic hardship. While the suspension aims to ease tensions, protestors…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Buti Manamela as the new Minister of Higher Education and Training, replacing Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, who thanked the president for the opportunity to serve. Manamela previously held the role of deputy minister. Dr. Nomusa Dube-Ncube, former KwaZulu-Natal Premier and MEC, has been named the new…
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