$4m Ecobank heist: Residents demand security clampdown

Source: African Markets. The bold daylight robbery, witnessed by the public just a few kilometres from the Bulawayo Central Police Station, and the slow police response to the heist have raised concerns among residents about their safety in the city. They are calling for increased surveillance cameras, police personnel and community engagement in the city….

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Court rules in favour of Epic Games, but Google will appeal

Epic Games originally filed the case in August 2020, alleging that Google had used its monopoly power to stifle competition and harm consumers. Specifically, Epic Games claimed that Google had made it difficult for developers to distribute their apps outside of the Google Play Store and that Google had charged excessive fees for in-app purchases….

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News24 names Jerusha Raath as its new publisher

Jerusha Raath Raath currently leads the team responsible for Media24’s world-class commercial content – recently relaunched as Brand Story. Her journey at News24 started as a junior journalist in 2012, and her return marks a homecoming for the Wits alum. “Being appointed publisher for News24 is a full-circle moment. It’s where I belong, and I…

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It’s not a bakkie, it’s a Hilux

The South African affair with the Toyota Hilux dates back more than 50 years. With a heritage and pedigree entrenched in South African history and culture, the Toyota Hilux is not simply a bakkie. It’s an indelible part of the South African fabric; an essential tool across hundreds of farms, construction sites and, more recently,…

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Airbnb calls for registration in South Africa

Source: 123RF. The call comes as new research from Airbnb analyses the impact of short-term rentals on Cape Town’s economy and housing market, which shows little to no correlation between Airbnbs and rising rents. Dedicated listings on Airbnb, homes which are shared more than the typical listing, accounted for less than 0.9% of all formal…

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Luno expands crypto payments through Zapper integration

“We are delighted to be the first crypto asset service provider in South Africa collaborating with Zapper,” says Tarris Arnold, Luno’s Business Development Manager. “This allows our customers to use the Luno app to pay anywhere Zapper QR codes are used.” Card acceptance spurs economic growth in underserved communities 31 May 2024 This integration marks a major…

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