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A major business leader is calling for unity across Africa, pushing back against rising anti-immigrant sentiment in South Africa. Mcebisi Jonas says blaming foreigners distracts from real solutions to economic challenges.
A groundbreaking venture festival born from a mountain run conversation is bringing together 100 startups, 50 investors, and top African universities to transform the continent's innovation ecosystem. SWEAT Africa launches next month in South Africa's wine country with one bold mission: prove African founders don't need to leave home to access world-class support.
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Hoosen Kolia walked into a newspaper at 17 to feed paper into machines and left 30 years later as one of South Africa's most respected editors. His journey from the printing floor to leading the Sunday Times inspired a generation of journalists who remember his integrity, mentorship, and dedication to independent journalism.
Google just opened Africa's first applied AI lab in South Africa, betting big that the continent will become a producer of world-class AI innovation. The tech giant is shifting from just expanding internet access to building a complete AI economy across Africa.
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One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
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After investigative journalism exposed corruption, South Africa's Special Investigating Unit has recovered $1.4 million from contractors who received irregular COVID-19 school sanitization payments. The clawback shows how accountability can work when journalists and investigators team up.
Thapelo Maseko's 63rd-minute goal gave South Africa a crucial 1-0 victory over South Korea in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A match. The win moves Bafana Bafana into second place and keeps their knockout-stage dreams alive.
The Technology Innovation Agency highlighted breakthrough water solutions at University of Johannesburg's Africa Day celebration. The event brought together innovators solving Africa's water challenges through science and collaboration.
South Africa is changing its telecommunications law to welcome SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet, potentially bringing affordable connectivity to millions in Africa's most industrialized economy. The move signals a continental shift toward closing the digital divide through space-based technology.
A South African mine and national research lab just created high-purity rare earth products, a first for the continent. The breakthrough puts Africa on the map for critical minerals that power everything from electric cars to medical devices.
Africa is taking charge of its own health crisis response as South Africa commits $5 million to combat the continent's second-largest Ebola outbreak in history. Ten African nations are stepping up with homegrown solutions and shared solidarity.
Researchers in South Africa are pioneering ethical trials that could lead to HIV remission in children who started treatment at birth. The groundbreaking work centers African voices and puts kids' safety first.
A new innovation center in South Africa just opened its doors to help thousands of small businesses and entrepreneurs across Africa tap into digital opportunities. The African Digital Transformation Centre brings global tech support directly to local innovators who need it most.
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South Africa is meeting its promise to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and a new €200-million loan from Germany will help the country speed up its shift from coal to solar and wind power. This funding is part of a global partnership helping South Africa prove that climate progress is possible.
Rayhaan Survé just earned a spot on Forbes Africa's 30 Under 30 list for his work empowering young entrepreneurs across South Africa. His youth accelerator program is creating pathways for high school students to build businesses and transform their futures.
Team South Africa placed fourth at the inaugural World Spelling Bee Championships in Shanghai, beating every other African nation and competing alongside spelling powerhouses like the US, China, and India. Young spellers from across South Africa proved their literacy skills can match the world's best.
South Africa just became the 54th member of Africa's largest trade bank, unlocking $8 billion in financing for jobs, manufacturing, and mining. The move completes continental coverage and strengthens Africa's ability to fund its own future.
South Africa just secured €300 million from France to help its massive freight network go green, the latest in a wave of European climate support. After the US pulled back its funding, European nations are stepping up to help South Africa meet its climate goals while growing its economy. #
Two African nations are turning decades of friendship into a powerful partnership for scientific progress. Zambia and South Africa just committed to a joint technology fund that could transform their mining industries and boost AI research across the region.
South Africa is stepping up with $2.5 million to help neighboring countries battle a dangerous Ebola outbreak. The contribution shows African nations joining forces to protect their own communities when health emergencies strike.
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