Magnitude 7.4 earthquake hits off Indonesia, killing one
The quake struck between the islands of Manado and Ternate. Tsunami warnings have now been lifted.
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Cartrack and Maharishi Invincibility Institute Partner to Build Long-Term Skills and Employment Pathways for South Africa’s Youth
PARTNERS IN PURPOSE: A long-term partnership sealed with purpose, Cartrack SA CEO, Joshua Victor (left), and Maharishi Invincibility Institute Co-Founder and CEO, Dr Taddy Blecher, join forces to open doors and create opportunities for the next generation. Picture: SUPPLIED Cartrack, a leading global software platform for operational excellence and subsidiary of Karooooo Limited (NASDAQ: KARO),…
Trump praises “overwhelming victories” and says Iran war will wrap up “very shortly” in prime-time address
Washington — President Trump predicted in a prime-time address Wednesday that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran “very shortly,” and said U.S. forces have achieved “overwhelming victories,” but he did not offer a definitive timeline as questions swirl about when and how the war could wrap up. The president, in his roughly…
The biggest untapped EV market on Earth is hiding in plain sight
Across much of Africa, motorcycles are not leisure vehicles. They are workhorses. They carry commuters, schoolchildren, goods, medicines and deliveries. For millions of people, they provide the most affordable and accessible form of transport, while also creating livelihoods for riders and small businesses. In many places, they fill the gap left by limited public transport….
Iran war live: Trump to address nation; Tehran denies seeking ceasefire | US-Israel war on Iran News
blinking-dotLive updatesLive updates, Iran denies seeking a truce and keeps up counterattacks, as US-Israeli raids cause deaths and damage across the country. Published On 2 Apr 20262 Apr 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
Offshore Allowance South Africa Doubles to R2m: What It Means for You
South Africa’s offshore allowance South Africa limit is set to double for the first time in over a decade, marking a significant shift in exchange control policy. The amount South Africans can send offshore without SARS clearance hasn’t budged since 2011. That’s about to change. On 25 February, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that the Single…
Africa: Women Breaking Barriers – Celebrating Trailblazers During Women’s History Month
UNITED NATIONS, New York – At the conclusion of Women’s History Month, Spotlight Initiative and Rise, a non-profit advocacy organization for the rights of survivors of sexual violence, hosted a high-level event recognizing trailblazing women across different industries around the world. ‘Women Breaking Barriers’ convened women leaders and allies at the forefront of entertainment, science,…
Oracle layoffs will help cost savings, analysts say
Oracle Corp. signage on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, US, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Oracle stock traded slightly lower Wednesday as the multinational tech conglomerate looked to cut thousands of jobs to free up cash to build artificial intelligence data…
MTN’s Divyesh Joshi on the strategy behind Pi
MTN South Africa has launched Pi, a digital-only mobile operator that runs on MTN’s network but operates as a standalone brand, offering contract-free mobile and home 5G connectivity through a single app, with no call centres, no credit checks and no lock-in. In this episode of the TechCentral Show, TechCentral editor Duncan McLeod talks to…
Africa: Pan African University Graduates 76 Students From 37 African Nations At Pauwes 10th Graduation Ceremony in Tlemcen
The Pan African University Institute for Water and Energy Sciences including Climate Change (PAUWES) held its 10th graduation ceremony on 30 March 2026 at the University of Tlemcen, marking the completion of postgraduate studies for 76 students drawn from 37 African countries. The graduating cohort completed Masters of Science programmes across six tracks covering Water…