South African Businesses Face Growing AI Fraud Threat as Identity Security Falls Behind

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South African businesses face rising AI-driven identity fraud risks, with new research revealing weaknesses in verification systems, increasing deepfake threats and growing investment needs to strengthen cybersecurity and protect digital trust.

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South Africans Warned as Fraudsters Impersonate Licensed Financial Companies in New Investment Scam Alert

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The FSCA has warned South Africans about three fraudulent financial operations impersonating legitimate providers, highlighting growing investment scam risks and urging consumers to verify authorised businesses before investing or sharing personal information.
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South Africa’s Soybean Pricing Dispute Puts Farmers’ Profitability and Agricultural Competitiveness in Focus

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Grain SA is challenging the JSE’s soybean pricing methodology, raising concerns about fair agricultural pricing, farmers’ profitability and market transparency. The dispute could have significant implications for South Africa’s grain industry.
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South Africa Hosts Commonwealth Agricultural Leaders as Global Partnerships Take Centre Stage

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South Africa is strengthening its position in the international...
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Sibanye-Stillwater Reports R10.8 Billion EBITDA as South African Mining Projects Advance

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Sibanye-Stillwater reported a 9% increase in third-quarter adjusted EBITDA to R10.8 billion, supported by stronger commodity prices and improved South African PGM performance, alongside continued investment in mine development and infrastructure projects.
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South African Students Join Presidential AI Delegation for Silicon Valley Learning Mission

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Two University of Johannesburg students and a senior academic will join President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Silicon Valley delegation from 15–20 November 2026 to explore AI innovation, global partnerships and opportunities to strengthen South Africa’s technological capabilities.
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Agility Robotics Makes History as First US Publicly Listed Humanoid Robotics Company

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The global robotics industry has reached an important milestone as Agility Robotics officially entered the public market on 5...

Gold Fields Reports Higher Production Costs as Q3 Output Reaches 605,000 Ounces

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Gold Fields has reported 605,000 ounces of attributable gold-equivalent production for the third quarter of 2026, while rising mining costs and continued investment highlight the financial pressures shaping the global gold industry.

CrowdStrike Introduces AI Kill Switch as Businesses Strengthen Control Over Autonomous AI Agent

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CrowdStrike has introduced an AI Kill Switch to help businesses stop rogue AI agents, restrict unauthorised access and strengthen human oversight as organisations increasingly adopt autonomous artificial intelligence systems.

The Warning Came Before the Wall: Why M&E Is Mining’s Most Underrated Control

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Tailings failures and audit findings rarely appear out of nowhere. They announce themselves quietly in data nobody was watching. In 2026, monitoring and evaluation is the difference between a warning and a disaster.

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Google Launches Free AI Skills Platform to Equip 3 Million Africans by 2030

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Google has launched a free digital learning initiative designed to equip three million people across Africa with artificial intelligence and technology skills by 2030. The platform offers accessible training, offline learning capabilities and an AI-powered study companion.
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South African Rooibos Seeds Prepare for Historic Journey to the International Space Station

Farming & Agriculture Tiana du Plessis - 0
South Africa's agricultural heritage is reaching beyond the planet following a new milestone in the Rooibos in Space initiative, which will see thousands of indigenous Rooibos seeds travel to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a scientific research experiment.
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Gold Fields Secures Environmental Approval for Windfall Project, Clearing Path Towards Mine Construction

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South African mining company Gold Fields has secured a major regulatory milestone for its Windfall gold project in Québec, Canada, after receiving environmental authorisation...
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Ardagh and Western Cape Education Department Partner to Strengthen STEM Education in South African Schools

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Ardagh Glass Packaging-Africa partners with Western Cape Education Department to strengthen STEM education through teacher training, science, coding and robotics, creating opportunities for learners and developing South Africa's future technical skills.
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Altron Reports Strong Growth as AI, Fintech and Digital Platforms Drive South Africa’s Technology Sector

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Altron reports stronger financial performance, with revenue rising 5% to R5.1 billion, driven by digital platforms, fintech, mobility solutions and AI innovation, highlighting growing demand for technology-enabled services across South Africa.
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Google Takes Artificial Intelligence Into Space as Project Suncatcher Records Historic First

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Google's Project Suncatcher has successfully generated its first AI response from space, marking a milestone in experimental orbital computing and opening new possibilities for future AI infrastructure powered by solar energy.
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MC Mining’s Makhado Project Reaches Commissioning Milestone Amid Funding Challenges

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MC Mining's Makhado coal project in Limpopo has reached hot commissioning, demonstrating production progress, but operations remain temporarily suspended as the company finalises funding arrangements to advance towards commercial production.
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South Africa’s Reserve Bank Signals Confidence in Inflation Strategy as Interest Rate Debate Continues

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South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago says current interest rate settings should bring inflation towards the 3% target, offering cautious optimism for households, businesses and investors ahead of November's monetary policy decision.
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Samsung Shows How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Everyday Life in South Africa

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Samsung Week 2026 showcases how artificial intelligence is transforming everyday life through connected smart homes, health monitoring, workplace productivity and automation, highlighting the growing role of intelligent technology in modern households.
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