News Bulletin of 25 April 2026, 9am

The Music Academy of Gauteng will host legendary South African saxophonist Khaya Mahlangu for the International Jazz Month celebration.

The event will bring together jazz lovers, students, and the community to honour South African jazz heritage, legacy and its future.

Mahlangu has worked as a world-class saxophonist, composer, and educator, and his influence has helped define the sound and direction of the jazz genre for decades.

Two alumni from the University of the Western Cape are set to represent South Africa in the United States after winning this year’s Red Bull Basement South Africa title with their transport app, Uthutho.

The app is designed to improve safety and convenience in public transport, through the use of artificial intelligence and GPS technology, providing commuters with real-time updates on routes, fares and travel conditions.

The pair will travel to Silicon Valley in the United States, where they will compete in the global finals in San Francisco in June.

A third-year student at the Tshwane University of Technology, Bongiwe Mokhati, has been nominated for a Wired4Women Awards, recognising her academic excellence and growing influence in the country’s ICT sector.

Mokhati is shortlisted in the Top Tech Student category, which is one of 13 award categories that celebrate women who are making a meaningful impact in technology.

The student has expressed a strong interest in advancing her skills in cloud computing and software development, while also aiming to inspire more young women to pursue careers in the tech industry.