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CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — In a country where racial segregation was once brutally enforced, South Africa’s new coalition government has brought a Black president and a white opposition leader together in an image of unity.Yet the power-sharing agreement sealed a week ago between President Cyril Ramaphosa’s African National Congress party and the Democratic Alliance, one of South Africa’s few white-led parties, has unwittingly renewed some racial rifts. In this photo provided by the South African Government Communication and Information System, (GCIS), South African Président Cyril Ramaphosa, right, greets opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) leader, John Steenhuisen, left, at the…
Seven South African tech startups have showcased their innovations at Dublin’s Dogpatch Labs. The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa included projects ranging from cutting-edge fintech and blockchain solutions to impact-driven ideas tackling sustainability and health challenges. The initiative began in 2022 and is a collaboration between the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa, the South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), and the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA). The 2024 programme attracted over 350 applicants from South Africa’s tech scene which was narrowed down to seven finalists. Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile attended today’s showcase…
It’s been one week since the iPhone 16 Pro launched. I upgraded to a 16 Pro from my iPhone 15 Pro. After a full week of use, here are the four reasons I don’t regret upgrading this year. Much improved 16 Pro thermals and battery upgrade Apple has changed the iPhone’s internal battery system, and it’s a huge upgrade from last year’s 15 Pro. The battery itself is bigger, which is great. But if I’m honest, getting more battery life hasn’t been as important to me as the improved thermals. My iPhone 15 Pro would regularly overheat outdoors, particularly in…
South African rand holds on to gains against dollar CNBCAfrica.com This article was originally published by a www.cnbcafrica.com . Read the Original article here. .
The Albinism Society of South Africa (ASSA) recently hosted a fundraising gala dinner at Birchwood Hotel to commemorate Albinism Awareness Month, observed annually in September. The event was a powerful gathering of voices, united in the fight for equality, awareness, and inclusion. It served as a platform to address challenges faced by those with albinism, such as stigmatisation, discrimination, and health and social factors. The awareness event brought together the society’s supporters, parents and individuals with albinism. Dr Khutso Kekana Ledwaba, a doctor from Thembisa Hospital, presented insights on albinism. She said the two main types of albinism are oculocutaneous…
Sep 27 2024 Today, the Genolier Innovation Hub officially opened within the BioAlps Health Valley, marking a significant milestone for the Swiss, and global health and life sciences industries. The Hub has been designed as a center of excellence dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge advancement of translational research and health innovation. Strategically positioned between the two major cities, Geneva and Lausanne, the BioAlps Health Valley is a life sciences cluster situated at the geographical, technological and economic crossroads of European markets. In addition to hosting numerous international and governmental organizations, this broader region of Western Switzerland accommodates world-class…
Man City are making attempts to sign long-term Man Utd target Frenkie De Jong from Barcelona in an effort to cover Rodri’s injury, according to reports. Rodri has been in Spain this week consulting specialists after limping off during the first half of Man City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Sunday. A statement on mancity.com read: “Manchester City can confirm that Rodri has suffered a ligament injury to his right knee. “The injury was sustained during the first half of this weekend’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League. “The midfielder travelled to Spain to seek specialist consultation this week, following…
Rebel Wilson to tie the knot with Ramona Agruma this weekend?Rebel Wilson is reportedly planning to marry her fiancée Ramona Agruma this week in Sardinia – an Italian island in the Mediterranean Sea.An insider spilled to the Daily Mail that the comedienne is “really excited” to be getting married to the love of her life. “It is going to be stunning and super romantic,” said the source. “She is madly in love and can’t wait to be wed.”The two were supposed to tie the knot next year, but the confidant revealed that Rebel moved up the date earlier this month.“Rebel…
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CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said Friday that Parliament will open for its next term on July 18 as he remains locked in negotiations with other parties to form a Cabinet well before then amid rifts in the new governing coalition.The talks to seal the final details of a multi-party government and appoint a Cabinet have been going on for two weeks and have been marked by disagreements between Ramaphosa’s African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance, the second biggest party, over how to divide up ministerial positions and portfolios.Correspondence between the two former…