South Africa facts of the day
With the lights back on and freight beginning to move again, in November South Africa won its first credit upgrade in two decades after S&P Global Ratings lifted the sovereign
Microsoft commits $50 B to Global South AI
Global | February 18, 2026 US tech giant will expand AI infrastructure, digital skills, and innovation across developing regions by 2030. Image for illustrative purposes / Credit: Skorzewiak, Shutterstock.com India,
Microsoft unveils $50B AI plan for Global South
Microsoft has confirmed it is on pace to invest $50 billion by the end of the decade to accelerate AI adoption across the Global South, unveiling a five-part program that
Digital Catapult builds on the South West of England and Wales’ deep tech potential
Digital Catapult, the deep tech innovation organisation, has today announced the opening of a new office for South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Bath, strengthening its long-term commitment to working in partnership
Laboratoria: Educating Underseved Women in South America
LOS ANGELES, California — The 20th century gave birth to the computer, the internet, vaccines and many more unprecedented technological marvels. Technology in the 21st century is advancing at a
Microsoft and SABC Plus set to unlock AI and digital skills for millions of South Africans
Microsoft South Africa and SABC today announced plans to bring accessible AI fluency and digital skills learning directly to millions of South Africans through the national broadcaster’s digital platform. Announced
Microsoft launches 2026 Community Fund for south and west Dublin
Minister of State at the Department of Justice with special responsibility for Migration, Colm Brophy TD, said, “It’s a privilege to stand alongside so many dedicated community leaders today, learning
Digital Competence in European Healthcare: North vs. South
The landscape of healthcare has significantly evolved in recent years, pushing the boundaries of how medical professionals interact with technology. As society advances, so does the demand for healthcare professionals
South Jersey lands one of New Jersey’s digital literacy grants
For over 130 years, New Jersey Libraries have done more than keep thousands of books on the shelves. These Libraries have offered services to the community including meeting areas, historical
The future of work – skills, not fear – South Africa’s path to an AI-ready workforce – Intelligent CIO Africa
As Artificial Intelligence and automation reshape the global economy, South Africa’s ability to compete will increasingly depend on how well its workforce adapts to digital change. Daniel Orelowitz, MD at