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The Advent of Digital Innovation in South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs

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The aim is to create a digitalcentric institution that efficiently caters to citizens and reshapes governance in South Africa, achieved through a comprehensive digital platform using facial and fingerprint recognition technologies and machine learning. This transformation will restore the credibility of South Africa’s population register, strengthen its immigration systems, and position it as a potent economic driver for the country. Despite challenges, Schreiber is confident in the department’s potential to set an example of digital transformation for other departments to follow.

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A Monumental Achievement: The 200th Kauai Store in South Africa

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Kauai, a popular healthy food brand, recently celebrated the opening of its 200th store in South Africa. Their menu includes over 100 superfoods that can be customized to fit different dietary preferences, and they have a notable presence in countries around the world. Kauai’s success is a testament to the changing lifestyle preferences of South Africans, who are leaning towards healthier food options. The brand is also committed to sustainability and digital innovation to enhance customer experience.

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North West Human Settlements Alternative Building Technology Summit

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The North West Human Settlements Alternative Building Technology (ABT) Summit is an important event that aims to explore innovative solutions to address the housing backlog and other human settlement challenges in South Africa. It seeks to bring together professionals in the human settlements sector, technology enthusiasts, and investors to discuss alternative building technologies that can create sustainable human settlements for eligible citizens in the North West province.

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Sister Cities: Cape Town and Nairobi

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The potential benefits of the collaboration between Cape Town and Nairobi are significant, as they can work together to strengthen their tourism markets, cooperate in their film industries, and enhance bilateral trade. Additionally, both cities can share knowledge and partnerships in areas such as infrastructure provision, affordable housing delivery, and clean energy.

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Deputy President Mashatile’s Visit to Umgungundlovu TVET College

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Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile recently visited the Imbali Campus of Umgungundlovu TVET College in Pietermaritzburg. The visit is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to promote skills development and improve South Africa’s economy. Accompanied by various government officials, college representatives, and community leaders, the Deputy President highlighted the critical role of education and innovation in fostering a competitive global economy.

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Strengthening Diplomatic Relations Between South Africa and Singapore

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong recently celebrated 30 years of diplomatic ties between their nations during Prime Minister Lee’s initial official visit to South Africa. This visit marked an opportunity for both leaders to discuss crucial areas of mutual interest while exploring ways to strengthen their bilateral cooperation and partnership.

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Boosting STEM Education in South Africa: Mobile Science Laboratory Handover at University of Mpumalanga

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South Africa is taking a big step towards enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in the region. Thanks to the collaboration between Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr Buti Manamela, and multinational company Sasol, the University of Mpumalanga will receive a mobile science laboratory on May 17th.

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A New Chapter for South African Airways: The Takatso Aviation Partnership

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The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has welcomed the Competition Commission’s conditional approval for the strategic equity partner transaction between South African Airways (SAA) and Takatso Aviation Proprietary Limited. This deal will result in Takatso acquiring a 51% shareholding in the airline, which is a significant turning point for the revitalization process of SAA.

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Embracing AI in South Africa’s Education System: An Overview

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South Africa recognizes that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform the country’s education system and support the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). The country has made considerable progress in using AI to improve communication between students, educators, researchers, and institutions. However, some stakeholders are defensive about AI, while others embrace its potential.

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South Africa’s First-Ever Street Animation Festival: #AnimateCT Challenge

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The recently concluded #AnimateCT Challenge has gained immense popularity among South Africa’s creative community and animation enthusiasts. The festival marked the firstever street animation competition in South Africa, centered around the theme of “Unexpected”. Thirtythree animators from across the nation submitted videos set in ten chosen hotspots around Cape Town, such as Radisson RED, Sea Point Pavilion, and Camps Bay Tidal Pool.

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Shaping the Future of African Tourism at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2023

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The Africa’s Travel Indaba 2023 conference was recently held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa. The event brought together tourism industry leaders, government officials, and business owners from across the continent to discuss the future of African tourism. One of the key speakers, Patricia de Lille, the Minister of Tourism for South Africa, emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving the growth and success of the tourism sector.

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Cape Town Launches the #YouthStart Entrepreneurial Challenge

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The City of Cape Town’s Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department has launched the annual #YouthStart Entrepreneurial Challenge. The initiative aims to stimulate small businesses and/or ideas through skills development and innovation, contributing to job creation. ## New Challenge Categories Encourage Innovation

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