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AI Dispatch: Daily Trends and Innovations - February 5, 2026 - Voxtral (Mistral)

A daily op-ed briefing that summarizes and analyzes today's biggest AI stories - from Mistral's Voxt

Bonobos pretend tea party shows capacity for imagination

Kanzi, a bonobo with exceptional language skills, took part in a make-believe tea party that demonst

Five stunning images from the Close-up Photographer of the Year awards

An otherworldly coral, a very cute moth and an intricately beautiful mushroom are among the winners

African manufacturers warn short-term AGOA extension offers a brief respite

They say while the one-year renewal is good news, it will not encourage long-term investment by busi

African students win global prize for AI education system without internet

In some parts of the world, access to education remains difficult due to a lack of Internet connecti

Activists announce a new aid flotilla for Gaza of over 100 boats

Campaigners described the upcoming mission as the biggest civilian-led mobilisation against Israel's

Fast-charging quantum battery built inside a quantum computer

An experiment with superconducting qubits opens the door to determining whether quantum devices coul

Portugal on edge as Storm Leonardo triggers new flooding

Storm Leonardo battered Portugal on 5 February, killing one man, forcing hundreds to flee their home

Spain floods: Storm Leonardo forces 4,000 evacuations in Andalusia

Spain woke to flooded streets in Grazalema on Thursday after Storm Leonardo dumped more than 600 lit

Nigeria roiled by alleged coup plot to topple Tinubu

After more than three months of investigation, the Nigerian government announced that several milita

Ramaphosa welcomes SA inclusion in AGOA renewal

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed South Africas inclusion in the renewed African Growth and Opp

UAE company launches satellite service in SA

United Arab Emirates (UAE) based AI-powered SpaceTech company, Space 42, has launched its next-gener

Illegal mining bleeds billions from economy, says Mantashe

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, said illegal mining continues to be one

Standard Bank's African Markets Conference seeks to mobilise global capital at s

Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking will host the second edition of its African Markets C

Why Africas truth is falling behind in the digital race (Africanews Debates)

In a world where a shared post can trigger a national crisis in minutes, yesterdays Africanews Debat

China to import some South African products duty-free

China will allow duty-free imports of some South African products under a deal being finalised as Pr

More South Africans turn to debt counselling as car loans tighten squeeze on hou

South Africans debt levels continue to rise, with more people turning to debt counselling. DebtBuste

MTN weighs buying the rest of IHS Towers

MTN Group says it is in advanced talks to buy the 75% stake in IHS Holdings it does not already own,

SAPS has become a breeding ground for corruption: Kohler-Barnard

Procurement processes at the South African Police Service (SAPS) have become a breeding ground for c

Mkhwanazi took it personally when I reported him: Kohler-Barnard

Democratic Alliance (DA) MP Dianne Kohler-Barnard says she believes that the reason she became unpop

Matjeng admits assisting Matlala with SAPS contract

Brigadier Rachel Matjeng has conceded that she acted in the interest of Vusimuzi Cat Matlala when sh

Kohler-Barnard warns against labelling entire judiciary problematic

DA MP Dianne Kohler-Barnard has warned against labelling the entire judiciary as problematic. She wa

I am the right person to lead Johannesburg: Kunene

Patriotic Alliance Deputy President Kenny Kunene , who is also mayoral candidate for the City of Joh

Madlanga Commission grills Matjeng over payments to friend's butchery

The Madlanga Commission has put it to Brigadier Rachel Matjeng that the amounts paid into her friend

Ramaphosa orders tighter security for Madlanga Commission witnesses

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that security will be tightened for Madlanga Commission wit

Ramaphosa defends decision not to fire Mchunu

President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended his decision not to fire Police Minister Senzo Mchunu , who i

DA announces mayoral candidates for 9 Western Cape municipalities

WESTERN CAPE NEWS - The DA in the Western Cape today announced its first group of mayoral candidates

Not a Nigerian award: Somizi calls out Grammy entitlement after Tyla win

South African media personality Somizi Mhlongo has publicly defended Grammy winner Tyla against crit

Your guide to Joburg's weekend events: family fun, cars and fitness

Discover the best events happening in Joburg this weekend, from a vibrant Eid celebration to a class

South African Afrotech DJ Tcee embarks on a dream residency at Ibiza Sonica Radi

South African Afrotech DJ Tcee embarks on a three-month residency at Ibiza Sonica Radio, marking a s

No more DJ gigs till December: Cyan Boujee on why shes taking time off

Cyan Boujee has stunned her fans by announcing shes taking a break from being booked as a DJ until t

Tyla and the Grammys, polony politics on small screens and a struggling comedian

Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive

SABC 2 moves Afrikaans news broadcast to new timeslot

The South African Broadcasting Corporation has announced a new 6.30pm timeslot for its Afrikaans new

Satire or scandal? Trevor Noah faces backlash as old tweets resurface amid Epste

As old tweets resurface, Trevor Noah finds himself at the centre of controversy, raising questions a

Steamier than Fifty Shades: 10 must-watch erotic films for a sultry Valentine's

Looking to heat things up this Valentine's Day? Explore our curated selection of 10 steamy movies th

Beverly Steyn takes legal steps in money dispute following Nonku Williams' apolo

The friendship between Beverly Steyn and Nonku Williams has taken a dramatic turn as financial dispu

Late Drama and Teamwork Power Real Sociedad's Comeback Run

Real Sociedad are finding their rhythm again in early 2026, and the signs of a resurgence are clear

Carrick Reflects on Spurs Test as United Build Momentum

In a video shared by Manchester united on X handle , Michael Carrick opened up about his return to t

Sacha Boey Joins Bayern on Loan in €500k Deal With Option to Buy

Galatasaray have confirmed a busy day of news, headlined by an agreement with FC Bayern Munich for t

Jorge Sanchez Joins PAOK as LaLiga Delivers Late Drama

Jorge Sanchez has completed a permanent move to PAOK, sealing his return to European football. The

Bafana Bafana to play World Cup friendlies against Panama in March

Bafana Bafana will face Panama in two international friendly matches to be played in South Africa ne

All 166 kidnapped churchgoers now rescued in northern Nigeria

Security services have now rescued all 166 worshippers who were kidnapped by gunmen during attacks o

Celta Vigo Host Osasuna as Both Sides Look to Bounce Back in Crucial La Liga Bat

Softfootball understands that Celta Vigo and Osasuna meet on Friday evening at Balaidos, with both s

Thomas Frank shows support for Romero After Fine Speculations as Relegation Figh

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed on his official X handle that Tottenham manager Thomas Fran

Bahia Reach Agreement With Spurs for Alejo Veliz Transfer

Tottenham Hotspur have been at the centre of several key updates, with a confirmed transfer agreemen

Mrs South Africa 2026 semi-finalists revealed [PICS]

Mrs South Africa has announced the Cape Town and Johannesburg semi-finalists for 2026, following a s

Freshly baked gluten-free rolls made in an air fryer

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Homemade gluten-free rolls taste different from anything you buy in a packet. They

Untreated depression can endanger both mother and baby

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Pregnancy is often expected to be a joyful time, yet for many women it is filled wi

The Nedbank Cup is back! Best places to catch the round of 32 action

Discover the best places to immerse yourself in the excitement of the 2025/26 Nedbank Cup Round of 3

4 February is World Cancer Day, almost R10m raised in 15 years

LIFESTYLE NEWS - On 30 January, just days ahead of World Cancer Day, Reach for Recovery, the NGO tha

Why belly fat is dangerous to your health: Heres how to lose it

For decades, the term beer belly was reserved almost exclusively for men. Today, however, growing

Jarrell Miller's hairpiece flies off mid-fight, yet he claims narrow split decis

During a heavyweight boxing match, Jarrell Miller's toupee unexpectedly flew off, creating a memorab

Practical tips for minimising the health impact of smoke and dry air

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Each summer, the mountains of the Western and Eastern Cape are once again consumed

The weight loss revolution nobody saw coming

HEALTH NEWS - The revolution began with a lizard. The Gila monster - a venomous desert dweller - hel