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Minister Nkabane launches Digital Innovation Lab to equip students for the future
Minister Nobuhle Nkabane opens a cutting-edge Digital Innovation Lab at Esayidi TVET College, aiming to empower students with vital digital skills for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and enhance their employability in a rapidly evolving job market.
China's Tencent says trialling own AI reasoning model alongside DeepSeek
Tencent on Monday said it had started trialling its own artificial intelligence reasoning model.
Survey finds 24% of SA children play age-inappropriate games
New survey reveals concerning statistics about South African children's gaming habits, with 24% playing age-inappropriate games.
Surviving the Digital Age: The future of media in SA
Explore how South Africa's media industry must innovate and adapt to survive in a digital-first world, addressing the decline of print and the rise of multimedia content
Matric results show improvement, yet two schooling systems persist in South Africa
Former UCT Vice-Chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng praises the 2024 matric results but raises concerns over the persistent divide in South Africa's education system, highlighting the need for reform.
AI-careers and content creation the ultimate future for SA school leavers
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global job market, experts advise South African school leavers to pursue AI-driven careers, highlighting opportunities both locally and internationally.
Keep your antediluvian circumcision rituals and let me keep my foreskin
This article explores the urgent need to modernise circumcision practices in Africa, highlighting the dangers of traditional methods and advocating for the integration of medical oversight
The evolution of data leadership: A journey that birthed the World Data Forum
Explore the journey of the Data Revolution, from its inception in 2014 to the latest World Data Forum in Medellín, Colombia, and discover the pivotal role of data in achieving sustainable development goals
Unisa’s catalytic niche areas are gaining international traction as Prof LenkaBula champions Africa’s intellectual futures at global events
Unisa embraces the Fourth Industrial Revolution, focusing on AI, automation, and future careers, while fostering interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
South Africa launches digital parent pact to delay smartphone use for children
Learn about the SFC’s initiative to help parents navigate the challenges of smartphone use in children, promoting mental well-being and community support.
Durban hosts public innovation conference in a bid to enhance service delivery
Councillor Nkosenhle Madlala, who spoke during the conference, reiterated the City’s dedication to projects that put an emphasis on technology adoption, citizen participation, and cross-sector cooperation.
Global businesses eye more opportunities as China embraces service trade surge
Themed ‘Global Services, Shared Prosperity’, the 2024 CIFTIS featured over 450 Fortune 500 enterprises and leading companies from various sectors, along with the participation of 85 countries and international organisations.
Clean audits must translate into sustainable livelihoods says CHIETA CEO Yershen Pillay
In achieving the clean audit and 100 percent of targets met, CHIETA is doing its bit to ensure sustainable livelihoods
Youth Month: digital literacy is pivotal for SA young people to compete in a digital job market
While the unemployment rate is spiking, and specifically affecting the youth; the world is fastly moving to a hyper technological environment
88% of global population uses smartphones in bed – survey
This causes lack of sleep and less time with family
Apple briefly reclaims title of world's most valuable company
Apple on Wednesday briefly reclaimed its berth as the world's biggest company when measured by stock price, taking back the top position for a few hours from Microsoft.
Higher education department revitalises technology and science skills in TVET colleges
The Department of Higher Education and Training launched the 4IR [Industrial Revolution] Centres of Excellence at CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, this week.
How African online stores can fight back
The internet has flattened the world, African online stores can also be global players if they are innovative enough.
It’s time to create an AI version of Yourself
I challenge you to create your own AI avatar. I will do the same and share results in this column by the end of May, says the author.
Sibanye-Stillwater and Gauteng Education boost West Rand high schools with STEM skills
The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), in partnership with Sibanye-Stillwater, debuted the Maths and Science Support Programme in Johannesburg. The programme serves to teach and equip learners from 10 secondary schools across the West Rand and Merafong, with science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills.
Meta is enabling the masses to have access to AI
Another interesting approach by Meta is the fact that it has decided to open source its AI technology.
Santaco looking to go digital with online booking system for long-distance travel
Commuters using public transport can look forward to improved service, thanks to the upcoming launch of an online booking system by the South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO), which will allow them to reserve their seats for long-distance travel online.
Small business – champions of job creation
OPINION: ‘In a country such as ours where the government has failed the education system, it is vital to create a pathway to employment through the small business community. ’
How countries can respond to AI advancements
It’s better to build then talk and create institutions around local products instead of discussing things beyond local control and influence.
How SMEs can transform their business with AI
By leveraging AI technologies, small medium enterprises (SMEs) can achieve performance and innovation boosts across multiple areas of the business, from financial management to sales and marketing to human capital management and product development.