# Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition chairperson, Mzwandile Masina says Starlink is not the only option for expanding internet access in South Africa. Masina’s comments follow public debate around Starlink’s compliance with local ownership laws. Masina emphasised the need to explore a range of technologies to bridge the digital divide. He insists […]
# The Western Cape’s Standing Committee on Social Development will soon host a multi-sector dialogue to address gaps in child protection. The DA’s Wendy Kaizer-Philander says this aligns with Child Protection Week and Youth Month. She made a call to action in protecting South Africa’s children, urging a united front against child abuse and neglect. […]
# A new study warns that climate change is worsening sexual health risks for young adolescents in Kenya. Drought and floods are driving food, water, and sanitation insecurities, and exposing youth, especially girls aged ten to 14, to sexual violence, transactional sex, and early pregnancies. Researchers urge climate responses to include gender-sensitive, youth-focused health services. […]
# ASP Isotopes has entered into a strategic partnership with Isotopia Molecular Imaging to supply Gadolinium-160, vital for producing an emerging cancer-fighting isotope called terbium-161. ASP will use its quantum technology to meet growing medical demand. The deal targets prostate cancer, neuroendocrine tumors and other malignancies, removing key supply bottlenecks. ASP CEO Paul Mann says this […]
# The African Diaspora Network chairperson, Vusumuzi Sibanda, has called for balance quotas while attracting scarce skills as Cabinet approves the white paper on the National Labour Migration Policy. Speaking to Newzroom Africa, Sibanda says while the policy regulates employment of foreign nationals in key sectors, poor implementation could worsen visa delays and drive talent […]
# Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane has condemned the brutal murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose, a Grade 8 learner from Ikusasalethu Secondary School in Braamfischerville. Likhona’s mutilated body was found in Roodepoort yesterday after she was reported missing on Saturday. No arrests have been made. The department’s spokesperson Steve Mabona says trauma support has been […]
# Water and Sanitation minister Pemmy Majodina says infrastructure is being deliberately vandalised to secure tenders. This comes as Rand Water completes maintenance in Gauteng today. The planned maintenance is aimed at ensuring long-term, uninterrupted water supply. Majodina says discussions with municipalities are ongoing and has directed municipalities to insource water tankers for emergencies only, […]
# Sizekhaya Holdings, South Africa’s incoming National Lottery operator, plans to reduce the number of lotto draws while increasing jackpot sizes. Chairman Moses Tembe says the company also aims to reintroduce scratchcards and emphasise sports pool betting. Tembe expressed gratitude for being awarded the eight-year licence, stating that the lottery can be a powerful force […]
# The Department of Higher Education and Training has acknowledged it has not provided sufficient support to Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges. This admission follows growing concerns over inadequate funding, infrastructure, and student services across the sector. Minister Nobuhle Nkabane says the department is now engaging with stakeholders to develop strategies aimed at strengthening […]
