News Bulletin of 25 July 2025, 6am

Chairperson of South Africa’s Startup20 Engagement Group, Vuyani Jarana has highlighted the importance of the Group in shaping policies that are responsive to the needs of emerging enterprises.
The Startup20 Engagement Group a pivotal body operating under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, has officially launched its local chapter calling for increased support for start-ups and small businesses to boost inclusive economic growth.
Speaking at the inaugural Startup20 meeting held in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg Jarana emphasized that startups and MSMEs are not just contributors to economic activity but are the lifeline of innovation and job creation:
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Sandton-based innovation agency Base Five has launched the DUT Smart Robotics Lab in partnership with Durban University of Technology, Moses Kotane Research Institute, and merSETA.
The lab aims to equip South Africa's youth with practical skills in robotics, automation, and AI, ensuring they stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Base Five CEO & Co-founder Tlangelani Manzini, the goal is to prevent young people in South Africa from being left behind as the world advances.
He adds that they have developed this lab to help build a future workforce that can innovate, adapt, and lead.

Kenya and Tanzania have launched a fiber link connecting Mombasa and Dar es Salaam to boost regional digital infrastructure.
The launch marks a significant milestone in East Africa’s efforts to enhance cross-border connectivity and establish resilient communication networks.
The link becomes the fourth terrestrial route serving Tanzania's digital needs and is expected to boost regional data flow, e-commerce, and digital services.
Tanzanian Minister of Information, Communication, and Information Technology, Jerry William Silaa has hailed the new link as a critical backup to the country's existing digital corridors.