News Bulletin of 20 May 2025, 8am

Hundreds of local and international farmers gathered at the biggest agricultural exhibition in Africa.Farmers, agricultural professionals and enthusiasts gathered in Bothaville in the past week, for the 2025 Nampo Harvest Day.With nearly 6 decades of rich history, the gathering has become a source of inspiration to emerging farmers and features extensive exhibition spaces and field demonstration areas. The three day event attracted over 24 thousand visitors, further cementing its status as the premier agricultural trade show in the Southern Hemisphere. Chief Economist in the agricultural business chamber, Wandile Sihlobo. SOUND

South Africa’s top technology event is back on June 3-4, 2025, at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. With industry leaders, start-ups, and innovators converging, the conference will tackle critical topics like global tech alliances, digital innovation in agriculture, and cyber insurance. The Startup Pitching Den will spotlight seven preselected tech start-ups, competing for funding and strategic partnerships. Supported by major sponsors, including The City of Cape Town and Absa, the event is a hub for networking and groundbreaking ideas.

A team of Purdue University engineering students from the United States have created a robot that solves a Rubik's cube in just 103 mili seconds faster than the blink of an eye. Their machine, named "Pur dubik's Cube," beat the previous world record of 0.305 seconds set in 2024 by Mitsubishi Electric. The students, who met through a co-op program, designed the high-speed puzzle-solving bot to push the boundaries of automation and engineering. Their achievement showcases the rapid advancements in robotics.