Motsoaledi’s Unconstitutional Decision Overturned: Court Safeguards ZEP Holders’ Rights
The Pretoria High Court recently made a significant ruling regarding the termination of the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) by Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi. The decision to discontinue the special permit, which had been in place for over a decade, has faced legal challenges from various civil society organizations, including the Helen Suzman Foundation and […]
The Importance of Studying African Microbiomes: Expanding Research Efforts
Scientific researchers are highlighting the urgent need to prioritize the sequencing and analysis of African microbiomes. Despite their significance, microbiome data sets from African ecosystems remain significantly underrepresented in scientific research. This article explores the implications of this research gap and underscores the importance of comprehensive studies on African microbiomes. By shedding light on the […]
China and the US Engage in a High-Stakes AI Battle
In the pursuit of global technological dominance, billionaire entrepreneurs, mid-level engineers, and veterans of foreign firms share a common aspiration: to outperform China’s geopolitical rival in a technology that has the potential to reshape the world order. This growing ambition has attracted the attention of influential figures, including internet mogul Wang Xiaochuan. As Chinese scientists, […]
Unlocking the Power of Facial Recognition for Gauteng’s Safety
Efforts to combat crime in Gauteng have led the provincial government to consider the introduction of facial recognition cameras. Premier Panyaza Lesufi first hinted at this initiative during his State of the Province Address in February. These cameras would be integrated into a centralized command center, serving as a hub for data collection. While the […]
Exploring Astronomical Objects through Machine Learning
In a remarkable development that has sparked excitement among astronomers worldwide, Dr. Michelle Lochner, a renowned scientist from the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, has successfully utilized the potential of machine learning to capture a vivid image of an exceptionally rare astronomical object. With the emergence of advanced telescopes like the meerKAT radio […]
Missing British Actor Julian Sands’ Body Identified in California Mountains
In a devastating turn of events, the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department in California confirmed on Tuesday that the body discovered by hikers in the mountains near Los Angeles belongs to the missing British actor, Julian Sands. Sands, widely known for his breakout role in the 1985 film A Room with a View, had gone missing […]
Trump’s GOP lead grows after latest indictment, poll finds
Former President Donald Trump has expanded his lead over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the rest of the Republican presidential field since Trump’s latest indictment on federal criminal charges, according to a new national NBC News poll. Still, the survey finds half of Republican primary voters say they would consider another leader besides Trump — which suggests a potential opening […]
The cheapest way to renew your vehicle licence disc
We looked at six ways South Africans could renew their vehicle licence discs, and the online service offered by PayCity is the cheapest – but this depends on where you live and what’s most convenient. Gone are the days of having only two options when renewing your vehicle licence disc. This often involved standing in […]
