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Trump demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender” as Russia gives Tehran intel on U.S. positions

Trump demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender” as Russia gives Tehran intel on U.S. positions

Despite ongoing U.S.-Israeli strikes against its launch capabilities and claims from Washington and Tel Aviv that its offensive capacity is being rapidly reduced, Iran was still firing missiles and dozens of drones at U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf on Friday.  Sirens reportedly sounded in Kuwait City hours after the Iranian Army claimed to be…

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Google adds African languages to AI search tools

Google adds African languages to AI search tools

The 13 languages were selected based on strong and growing search usage across the continent. (Image: Supplied) Google is rolling out support for 13 African languages across its AI-powered search features, expanding access to tools such as AI Overviews and AI Mode for millions of users across the continent. For South Africa, the newly-supported languages…

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Telkom to hike mobile and fixed tariffs from 1 April

Telkom to hike mobile and fixed tariffs from 1 April

Lunga Siyo Telkom will increase tariffs across its mobile and fixed-line portfolios from 1 April 2026, citing rising operational costs, inflationary pressures and the need to continue investing in network infrastructure. The increases, which apply to both new and existing customers regardless of contract status, affect post-paid mobile voice plans, selected LTE and prepaid offerings,…

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Africa: AU Appoints Liberia’s Dr. Thelma Awori to APRM Panel of Eminent Persons

Africa: AU Appoints Liberia’s Dr. Thelma Awori to APRM Panel of Eminent Persons

Liberian-born development expert Dr. Thelma M. Awori has been appointed as a member of the Panel of Eminent Persons of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), one of the African Union’s most influential institutions for promoting democratic governance, accountability, and sustainable development across the continent. Her appointment was approved during the 39th Ordinary Session of…

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Africa: AU Appoints Liberia’s Dr. Thelma Awori to APRM Panel of Eminent Persons

African Defence Ministers Meet in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia’s Defence Minister Aisha Mohammed Mussa said Africa’s long-term security and stability depend on stronger unity and defence cooperation among African nations, according to Ethiopia’s Fana Broadcasting Corporate (FANA). Mussa made the remarks during meetings with defence ministers and military delegations from several African countries who gathered in Addis Ababa for the…

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Africa: AU Appoints Liberia’s Dr. Thelma Awori to APRM Panel of Eminent Persons

Africa: Why the President Needs to Stop Efforts to Scupper South Africa’s Carbon Tax

A robust carbon tax keeps more revenue in South Africa and encourages local companies to reduce product emissions to improve competitiveness in international markets, and it aligns with international support for decarbonisation efforts here. The carbon tax is an important economic instrument in South Africa. Yet it is now uncertain whether the country will continue…

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