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A health worker tests for malaria at a mobile clinic in Kampata, Nsanje district, Malawi in the wake of Cylone Ana. (Angela Jimu/Majority World/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Gauteng has recorded 414 malaria cases and 11 deaths in the first three months of 2026 – nearly double the cases during the same period last …
For years, South African bakkie buyers have had to choose between affordable single-cabs or expensive double-cabs, but this has now changed, thanks to the introduction of a few double-cab bakkies under R400,000. Bakkies have historically fallen into two main categories, namely affordable workhorses, which tend to be affordable single-cabs, and family bakkies, which become versatile …
Political analyst says questioning electoral outcomes is becoming a broader feature of South African politics. Trust in the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has plummeted to just 20% in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), which is the lowest in the country. This is according to IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya. With local government elections approaching, the IEC chair …
Malcolm Libera ·25 Apr 2026 Homeowners with dogs are being warned of a spike in poisoning incidents by criminals looking to break into properties. Originally reported by Safer City and community groups on social media platforms, more than 10 dogs died along one street in one night in De Wetshof last month after they were …
From Nairobi to Lagos, a new generation of AI-powered systems is dissolving the walls between banks, fintechs, and the hundreds […]
The post How AI Is Advancing Open Banking In Africa appeared first on Impact Newswire.
Last weekend the Monswamy family danced and toasted the beginning of a new chapter in their lives at an engagement party. This weekend family and friends will bury Alan Monswamy, 52, his wife Sandy, 57, their children Kraidon, 26, and Shamaria, 20, as well as Sandy’s mom Mooniamma Padayachee, 78, brother Gonasagren Padayachee, 51, and …
Parents doubt government promise to rebuild their school
Remarks delivered by ActionSA Nkangala District Mayoral Candidate, Mary Phadi, at the ActionSA Nkangala District Mayoral Candidate Announcement and Welcoming of New Members event.
The post ActionSA Launches Fight to Restore Dignity in Nkangala appeared first on ActionSA.
Nairobi, Kenya – During a plenary session at The Africa We Build Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Aliko Dangote, Yoweri Museveni […]
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WattSpot, a dedicated battery-electric vehicle charging network for commercial fleets, recorded 18,884 charging sessions across its 3 Gauteng sites in its first 3 months of operation. The joint venture between Aeversa and Valternative Energy confirmed plans to install more than 200 charge points across South Africa by 2027. For fleet operators weighing battery-electric vehicles, reliable …
In a first for Africa, the official opening of the Tshwane University of Technology’s Radiography Clinical Skills Centre at the Arcadia Campus, now home to a state-of-the-art Revolution ACT CT Scanner (8SL) made possible through a significant educational sponsorship from GE Healthcare, was a watershed moment. Opening doors to the future of healthcare—Mr Colin Atkinson, …
Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi Pretoria – Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, the Minister for Public Service and Administration, has overseen the implementation of a new salary adjustment for public servants. Circular No. 15 of 2026 outlines the 4% cost-of-living adjustment for the 2026/2027 financial year. This adjustment, effective from 1 April 2026, applies to employees on …
UJ will next week on Wednesday, 29 April 2026, launch its new podcast series that is aimed at engaging one of the most pressing issues of our time: how to govern artificial intelligence in a rapidly changing world. Beyond the Code: AI and Law, as the podcast is known, is a bold, thought-leadership platform led …
Businesses situated at the water’s edge of South Africa’s more than 320 state dams will be considered “illegal” if recently proposed regulations in terms of the National Water Act are adopted. Dipping a toe in the water or casting a line without prior approval – at the likes of the Vaal Dam, Hartbeespoort Dam, Clanwilliam …
The leading two teams in this season’s United Rugby Championship clash at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium in what should be a sell-out. But the most ridiculous broadcast scheduling has turned this occasion into a spectator afterthought. The Stormers, currently second in the league, play the top-ranked Glasgow Warriors in what could be a precursor to …
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·24 Apr 2026 The rand weakened in early trading on Thursday amid a standoff between Iran and the US in the Middle East conflict, along with a lack of progress in peace talks. These factors pushed oil prices back above $100 per barrel, impacting investor sentiment. The rand was trading at 16.53 against …
The Department of Transport’s move to extend the validity of driving licence cards in South Africa from five years to eight is going ahead, and has been outlined in its 2026/27 annual performance plan. The department plans to have the policy document for the extension sent to Cabinet for approval by the end of the …
The Border Management Authority (BMA) will on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, announce the successful bidders appointed to lead the redevelopment of six strategic ports of entry across South Africa. This redevelopment represents more than an infrastructure upgrade; it marks the foundation of a new era for South Africa’s borders. The project forms part of government’s …
A planned nationwide shutdown set for 4 May is gaining attention across South Africa, with concerns growing over its potential impact on daily life, public safety and the economy, Cape {town} Etc reports. The protest, which has been circulating widely on social media, is being promoted under the slogan ‘Send the foreigners home.‘ It is expected …
Staff Writer ·24 Apr 2026 Data from the Central Energy Fund for the end of the third full week of April shows that motorists are still in store for a big price hike at the pumps in May—despite the early-month shock receding significantly. According to the CEF’s latest snapshot, under-recoveries for petrol and diesel have …
South Africa’s years-long attempt to bring a Formula One (F1) Grand Prix to our shores has received a welcome boost, as President Cyril Ramaphosa looks set to join discussions with F1 officials and race organisers. This was revealed by the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, during a Media Briefing at Freedom Park. …
Luke Fraser ·24 Apr 2026 The South African Weather Service has warned of cold, wet, and windy weather conditions, with insurer Santam urging South Africans to prepare. The SAWS issued a public warning of cold, wet and windy weather conditions affecting large parts of the country over the past weekend. Two straight cold fronts impacted …
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week. R9-per-litre fuel surcharge for South Africa’s petrol stations As a result of global oil supply uncertainty, some of South Africa’s fuel retailers have been hit with additional fees by fuel suppliers like Engen. Surcharges on diesel, paraffin and petrol hit the Wholesale List …
Malcolm Libera ·24 Apr 2026 South Africa is under siege by far more dangerous and organised illegal mining groups than many realise, and they’re growing. Illegal miners, or zama zamas, are no longer desperate individuals trying to survive. They have become heavily armed syndicates, ruining a big part of South Africa’s future. This is the …