Pick n Pay to exit Nigeria
Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko The retailer has two stores in Nigeria, having entered the market there less than five years ago through a partnership with A.G. Leventis (Nigeria).
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#OrchidsandOnions: Malcolm Marx makes the switch from rugby player to doctor in new ad
That’s why, a few weeks ago, I was drawn to an ad featuring Malcolm Marx, our Springbok hooker but who, as every Lions fan will tell you, was prepared for the Big Time in Joburg. Marx is one of the best current hookers in world rugby and one of SA’s all-time greats. But when he’s…
Businessman challenges High Court ruling after losing US$380k home to suspected fraudster
In his appeal, Humbe cited Desmond Muchina who was convicted of fraud for forgery that caused the attachment of the property in connivance with former MDC member Godfrey Munyamana and his wife Fadzai as respondents. HARARE businessman Frank Humbe has approached the Supreme Court appealing a High Court ruling that struck off his application for…
Dis-Chem life insurance business set to launch next year
A person walks past a Dis-Chem Pharmacy outlet in Cape Town, South Africa, 22 February 2024. Reuters/Esa Alexander/ File Photo The company which seeks to expand beyond being a pharmacy retailer acquired a 50% stake worth R155.9m ($8.84m) in the financial services provider and life insurer OneSpark in August this year. OneSpark is a private…
Swing into adventure with African Sun
AFRICAN Sun Hotels presents an unparalleled golfing experience in Zimbabwe, where breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventures await. AFRICAN Sun Hotels presents an unparalleled golfing experience in Zimbabwe, where breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventures await. Imagine teeing off alongside majestic elephants at Elephant Hills Resort or surrounded by misty mountains at Troutbeck Resort. At Elephant Hills,…
IFAS Unrecorded Voices explorative AI Programme’s to redefine storytelling of marginalised histories
Participants in the IFAS Unrecorded Voices AI programme, Top (left to right): Lomawa Elizabeth Maelane, Henrietta Scholtz, Siphokazi Matshaka, Mika’il the Muezzin, Middle (left to right): Nhlanhla Michael Dhlamini, Elize Vossgätter, Chelsi Leonora Goliath, Nicola Pilkington, Bottom (left to right): Irish Éire Sloane, Dune Tilley, Vanessa Chen, Xopher Wallace (Image supplied) These disciplines range from…
The 2024 #MTBPS and other critical factors that could influence the market
Source: © Central News Central News Finance Minister Godongwana will present the MTBPS on Thursday, 30 October, at 2 pm The Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, will deliver the MTBPS in the National Assembly on Wednesday, 30 October, at 2 pm. The MTBPS is a critical element in the overall budget process, as it…
New report shows depth of Sasol Secunda distress
Sasol Secunda CTL is a cornerstone of SA’s energy transition. Source: Horst Vogel/Flickr The plant is under pressure to reduce its emissions with the authors estimating that a carbon price of R2,000 per ton of CO2 in 2030 would be required to achieve South Africa’s NDC commitment. Sasol is also facing challenges with its process…
Home Affairs issues first-ever certificates recognising Muslim marriages
Image source: Guzel Andrianova – 123RF.com After changes were made to the department’s internal systems, Home Affairs has granted the first batch of 33 marriage certificates for Muslim marriages for the first time in the South African history. “Members of the Islamic faith community have made extraordinary contributions to South Africa’s history for more than…
Shaka iLembe tops the 18th South African Film and Television Awards
Source: © Showmax Showmax The Safta 2024 Best TV Drama Award went to Shaka iLembe which was also the biggest winner with 12 awards at the 18th South African Film and Television Awards The Safta 2024 Best TV Drama Award went to Shaka iLembe which was also the biggest winner with 12 awards at the…