Tag: South Africa
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South Africa’s iconic luxury trains, Rovos Rail and The Blue Train, have been recognized as some of the world’s best
South Africa’s iconic luxury trains, Rovos Rail and The Blue Train, have been recognized as some of the world’s best, according to a recent ranking by Timeout The ranking, based on a survey conducted by Japan Rail Pass, analyzed Tripadvisor reviews, Instagram hashtags, and global search volumes to create an index score for the world’s…
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Zimbabwe’s infrastructure investments save Southern African Development Community millions
Zimbabwe’s infrastructure investments save Southern African Development Community millions, media report Despite facing sanctions, Zimbabwe’s investment in infrastructure, including roads, housing, dams, and power plants, has yielded significant benefits for the region. The modernized Beitbridge Border Post, a key access point on the North-South Corridor connecting Durban to Zambia, DR Congo, and Malawi, has saved…
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Ndlozi captured laughing next to Malema following calls for him to leave the ‘cult’ of EFF
Economic Freedom Fighter (EFF) member, Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi who has been called to leave the ‘cult’ party, was captured sharing a moment of laugher with party leader Julius Malema on Wednesday. Their mirth moment was captured when the duo went to visit Gauteng MEC for Finance, Lebogang Maile, who has just lost his son. The…
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Best Language Models for Pan-Africans: Empowering African Voices in AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) continue to advance, the importance of developing language models that cater specifically to the diverse languages and cultures across Africa has never been greater. Pan-Africans, who seek to unify and uplift the continent through shared identity and values, need AI tools that reflect and respect this…
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Stars & beyond: SA minister on outcomes of the “multifaceted” IAU meeting and potential benefits ahead
The legacy of the XXXII General Assembly of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) is multifaceted, with many participants highlighting their newfound awareness of the extensive astronomical research and work being conducted in Africa, which itself will leave a very positive impact, Professor Bonginkosi Emmanuel Blade Nzimande, South Africa’s Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, told…
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Qatar Airways says it acquired 25% stake in South Africa’s Airlink
“Qatar Airways Group has acquired a 25% stake in Southern Africa’s premier independent regional carrier, Airlink. The announcement is a continuation of the multi award-winning airline’s ambition to further develop its operations across the African continent,” the company said in a statement on Tuesday. Airlink operates flights on more than 45 routes to 15 African…
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Arrests after South African pastor storms school with machete
The church of a controversial South African preacher has been burned down after he allegedly wielded machetes at a primary school and forcibly removed his grandchildren. Pastor Mboro’s Incredible Happenings Church was set alight by angry schoolchildren on Tuesday, local reports said. The day before, a widely circulated video appeared to show Pastor Mboro –…
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South Africa has highly enriched uranium, says energy minister
The country has declared to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) its reserves of nuclear material that could be used to make weapons, the Netwerk24 news portal reported, citing Minister Gwede Mantashe. The disclosure is part of a comprehensive safeguards agreement. The level of uranium enrichment is classified information, he added. The stockpile is largely…
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A South Africa’s population surpasses 63 million, growing by more than 835,500 people in a year
The country’s population grew by 835,513 people over the year to 63.02 million, an increase of 1.33% from July 2023 to July 2024, according to the latest mid-year population estimates for 2024 from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). “The data reveals that over half of the population is female, totaling around 32 million people,” Stats…
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Zimbabwe will not allow externally sponsored unrest during SADC summit, says home affairs minister
Leaders of the Southern African Development Community will gather in Harare on August 17 for the 44th Summit of the regional bloc. During the event, they will hand over the SADC chairmanship to Zimbabwe. “ANY attempts by foreign-sponsored opposition elements to cause violent protests before or during the SADC Summit of Heads of State and…
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