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Remote work trend fading in South Africa as major companies like JP Morgan Chase, Amazon, and Vodacom mandate return to office. CareerJunction report shows decline in work-from-home opportunities despite COVID-19 surge in remote roles. In 2019, only 0.2% of job vacancies offered remote or hybrid work, but pandemic led to widespread adoption.
American Eagle Flight 5342, a CRJ700 operated by PSA Airlines, collided with an army helicopter at Reagan National airport in Washington DC. Both aircraft fell into the Potomac River, with no expected survivors among the 60 passengers and four crew members on the plane and three soldiers on the helicopter. The incident was captured on airport security cameras.
An American Airlines jet collided with an Army helicopter while landing at Reagan National Airport, leading to multiple fatalities. Search-and-rescue efforts are ongoing in the Potomac River. Three soldiers were on the helicopter. The cause of the collision is unknown. Recovery operations are underway. District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser expressed determination to retrieve victims.
M23 militant group seizes major city in Congo, allegedly backed by Rwanda. Conflict linked to Rwandan genocide. Kenya urges peaceful resolution.
The New Brighton Forensic Pathology Services Laboratory in Nelson Mandela Bay was closed due to safety concerns, including rats eating bodies. Personnel were relocated to other facilities. A maintenance tender was put on hold due to a damages order. The Department of Health is working to address issues raised by the Department of Labour. Bodies will be dissected at another facility until concerns are resolved.
Microsoft and OpenAI are investigating if data from ChatGPT was accessed without authorization by a group linked to Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek. Microsoft’s security researchers noticed data exfiltration by individuals connected to DeepSeek using OpenAI’s API. DeepSeek’s free AI assistant surpassed OpenAI’s ChatGPT on Apple’s App Store, causing a tech stock sell-off. White House’s David Sacks suggested DeepSeek may have stolen intellectual property from the US.
Reports suggest the ANC may take action against leadership in Johannesburg and Gauteng, potentially holding them accountable for misgovernance. However, history shows that those implicated often end up in Parliament instead. Residents continue to suffer as a result. Calls for action against Joburg Mayor Dada Morero are increasing, but consequences may be limited to a reshuffling of positions.
South Africa extends deadline for bids to host first Formula 1 race since 1993. Ministry of Sport opens request for expressions of interest for 2026 or 2027 race. Deadline extended to March 18 to allow bidders more time to prepare proposals. Kyalami emerges as a top contender for hosting the event due to its history and potential cost savings for upgrades.
Thirteen soldiers have died in clashes between the M23 rebel group and Rwanda defense force near Goma. President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses concerns about the well-being of South African troops in the DRC, offering support to fallen soldiers’ families and starting repatriation process. Criticism from political parties over troop conditions and resources.
KZN Public Works and Infrastructure MEC Martin Meyer and eThekwini Metro Mayor Cyril Xaba discuss plans for bad buildings in the city. Meyer’s department to release 133 properties on public tender as the largest land owner in the province.
