By Montsho Matlala South Africa: This year’s annual Steve Biko commemorative services are preceded by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)’s announcement of a new inquest into his 1977 death in apartheid police custody. The re-enrolled inquest will start on Friday. His family has welcomed the news. His son, Nkosinathi Biko, speaking on Newzroom Afrika TV,…
By Duncan Mnisi Witbank, Mpumalanga — On Tuesday, Open Value Market (OMV), a major supplier of building and industrial materials, officially opened its upgraded Valkenburg milling plant in Witbank. The development marks a significant step for the region’s mineral industry. The plant was previously used mainly for storing and transporting bentonite, a type of clay….
By Duncan Mnisi In a world increasingly driven by technology, a young South African is making waves with his innovative approach to robotics and AI. Obrie Shabane, a 22-year-old visionary engineer from Bushbuckridge, has dedicated his life to developing affordable, accessible robotic solutions aimed at tackling real-world challenges in health, security, and education. Shabane’s journey…
By Duncan Mnisi The Eastern Cape is witnessing a disturbing surge in teenage pregnancies, with recent reports indicating that over 100 girls aged 10 to 14 gave birth between April and July a figure that signals a deep-rooted crisis far beyond mere statistics. Experts and advocacy groups warn that these numbers are only the tip…