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The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public to exercise caution when engaging in financial services transactions with individuals claiming to be associated with TSB Securities (Pty) Ltd (FSP number 18047) and Thebe Investment Corporation (Pty) Ltd (Thebe Investment). It has come to the FSCA’s attention that Mr Sphesihle Cele (Mr Cele), also operating …
The FSCA has issued a public warning regarding the impersonation of Visio Fund Management Pty Ltd and Mr Tassin Meyer. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public to exercise caution when conducting financial services business with persons purporting to be associated with financial services provider (FSP) Visio Fund Management Pty Ltd (Visio Fund) …
Mossel Bay – The ISUZU Foundation, a partnership between Isuzu Motors South Africa and its Dealer Network, has rallied behind children’s charities in Mossel Bay, raising R 390,000 through the incredible participation of athletes across various ISUZU IRONMAN events. Building on a partnership that began in 2022, this collaborative initiative continues to transform premier sporting …
Television – both its content and its technology – has become the backbone of African culture. As the world marks World Television Day, Dr Busola Tejumola, MultiChoice Executive Head (www.MultiChoice.com), General Entertainment Channels, assesses the impact of a platform still bringing people together after 65+ years on the continent.
As we mark World TV Day, the light that television shines on our society remains undimmed. TV remains one of humanity's greatest connectors. It informs, educates, inspires and entertains – but more importantly, it helps people see themselves and each other in powerful new ways.
Since TV arrived in Africa in 1959, with the launch of Western Nigeria Television, TV has been a vehicle for social connection, cultural exchange and national pride. It gives us shared moments – whether through sports, news or drama – which shape our collective memory.
Africa's entertainment ecosystem
MultiChoice, a CANAL+ company, is Africa's most-loved provider of television entertainment, and incredibly proud of our role in building Africa's entertainment ecosystem.
Since our launch in 1985, MultiChoice has evolved (https://apo-opa.co/49Zelr6) to consistently meet the needs of African audiences. SuperSport launched in 1986; our analogue service reached 20 countries by 1992; we launched digital satellite technology in 1995; and app-based television in 2014. The Showmax streaming service appeared in 2015.
The Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) has grown into a continental celebration of creative excellence in television. The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) has produced 486 graduates and continues to train and empower the makers of TV content across the continent.
Constant tech innovation
We've learned that constant technological evolution is key to maintain the relevance of television in the lives our viewers. Our innovation journey has been driven by customer needs. From HD and 4K broadcasts to the DStv Explora and Catch Up, we have continuously developed how people consume content.
The recent rollout of our DStv Stream and the new Showmax platforms has been another leap forward in delivering content across devices while offering personalised recommendations powered by advanced analytics.
We've also made strides in local-language interfaces, adaptive streaming, and user-friendly payment, making our technology both inclusive and empowering.
Technology brings wider audiences into the TV ecosystem – across urban and rural areas, and income levels. Through digital migration, mobile viewing, and flexible subscription options, more Africans can now access quality entertainment without limitation.
For people and planet
At MultiChoice, we've also come to understand that accessibility means more than just availability – it can also help to ensure that every viewer sees themselves and their culture in Africa's storytelling journey.
Television has also become a vehicle for ESG impact. On the environmental front, we're embracing energy-efficient decoders, eco-friendly packaging, and responsible e-waste practices through decoder take-backs and other initiatives.
Socially, our investments in local content production, skills development through MTF, and community storytelling creates sustainable jobs and cultural capital across Africa. From a governance standpoint, we deploy the latest TV technology for content protection, consumer data privacy and responsible advertising.
Enriching lives
Ultimately, television should add value to people's lives. People want choice, relevance and control. That means providing diverse content offerings, innovative products and personalised experiences.
Today DStv and GOtv offer bouquets priced from US$1, to 50+ countries across Africa, offering subscribers up to 156 linear video channels. The Showmax service is available in 44 markets. Affordable TV platform GOtv launched in 2011 and now reaches eight markets.
We've also learned that true customer value comes from giving people content that resonates, informs and entertains — all while keeping it accessible and affordable.
Television's impact reaches far beyond local markets. Thanks to the power of modern connectivity, the stories of our African creators now travel beyond borders – from Nigeria to Kenya, South Africa to Ghana, and to audiences worldwide – through Showmax and our international content partnerships.
Content like Big Brother Naija, Shake iLembe, the AMVCAs, as well as SuperSport events like the Olympic Games, the FIFA World Cup and CAF Afcon football have become continental touchstones.
Television has also become a bridge connecting Africa to the world and the world to Africa. MultiChoice is proud to have helped to build that that bridge.
At the same time, local content is the soul of African television. It preserves our languages, celebrates our traditions, and projects our creativity to the world. Through regional channels like Africa Magic, Maisha Magic and Zambezi Magic, we've witnessed firsthand how shared storytelling promotes understanding and unity among African nations.
Television has also become a driver of content economies. We've come to understand how commissioning new shows at scale nurtures small business and sustains thousands of creative and technical jobs across African value chains. We produced 5 340 hours of local content in FY2025.
TV evolution
The television landscape is evolving rapidly. We see the rise of hybrid viewing – where linear TV and on-demand streaming complement each other. Personalisation, AI-driven content recommendations, and mobile-first consumption are reshaping how audiences engage.
Local content remains king – audiences want authenticity, representation, and stories that reflect their realities. The future of TV will be driven by data, powered by technology, and grounded in human connection.
For MultiChoice, our strategic focus is to remain Africa's leading storyteller and most trusted entertainment partner. We continue investing in local productions, innovative technology and creative talent development.
Television has shown itself to be an invaluable conduit for culture in all of its forms. Ultimately, our goal is to ensure that every African household has access to diverse, high-quality entertainment that inspires pride, fosters connection, and enriches lives – one story at a time.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of MultiChoice Group.
Strong partnerships with thermal energy users optimise opportunities to benefit from condensate return (CR), waste heat recovery and the prevention of system contamination says steam and boiler operations and maintenance service provider, Associated Energy Services (AES) Commercial Director, Dennis Williams. Condensate return “Steam quality is the responsibility of AES on sites it manages, and this …
On 20 November 2025, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) announced a 25-basis-point reduction to the repo rate, bringing it down to 6.75%. This adjustment lowers the prime lending rate to 10.25% – the lowest it’s been in over two years – and signals a continued easing cycle aimed at boosting economic activity and consumer …
Mastercard and Zenith Bank launch Essential Debit Card to expand access to affordable digital payments in Nigeria New debit solution […]
Your business will only grow as much as you do. When high achievers hit a wall in business, relationships, or personal fulfilment — the instinct is often to push harder, chase new strategies, or change direction entirely. But those moments of frustration often signal something deeper. They’re not failures. They’re identity edges, moments that challenge …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) hereby informs the public that it is currently conducting an investigation in respect of the persons listed below (investigated parties): Imermarket (Pty) Ltd (Imermarket) trading as Inversacapital. Imermarket is an authorised financial services provider (FSP) with FSP No. 640. Imermarket is not an authorised over-the-counter derivative provider; Mr Bongani …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public to exercise caution when dealing with Mr Rick Steiner (Steiner), who is falsely claiming to be an employee of the FSCA and using the FSCA’s details when communicating with members of the public. The FSCA received reports that Steiner is contacting members of the public and …
The 2025 Bellville Business Expo (BBEXPO) brought the local business community together for two energetic days on Tuesday, 28 and Wednesday, 29 October 2025 at the Tygervalley Centre Arena, marking its third successful year as one of Cape Town’s most dynamic platforms for business growth and collaboration. This year’s event connected more than 500 businesses, …
With International Fraud Awareness Week coinciding with the start of the festive shopping season, Standard Bank is urging consumers to stay alert as scams surge in scale and sophistication. While fraudulent schemes have plagued consumers all year-round, the Black Friday frenzy marks the beginning of a high-risk period where cybercriminals exploit urgency, distraction, and the …
Hyundai Motor Company announced that it will provide official vehicles for the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The company will supply 30 STARIA multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) as official transportation for delegation staff from participating countries and support the summit’s successful operation. The G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg will be held November 22–23 …
As Fairtrade Africa Marks 20 Years Let’s All Build a Fairer South Africa Together. That glass of wine you pour at the end of a long day carries more than flavour, it carries stories. Behind every sip are the farmers tending vines under unpredictable skies, the workers who hand-pick grapes, and the communities whose livelihoods …
The Defender Trophy – a new kind of epic adventure with a greater purpose that marks the original British adventure brand’s return to global challenge events – has officially begun, with the first qualification event completed. Naoki Imamura will represent Japan alongside 33 other individuals at the global final in Africa next year, hosted with …
Hyundai Automotive South Africa hosted a prestigious Gala Dinner at Gallagher Estate to celebrate the company’s remarkable journey of growth, innovation, and customer excellence in the South African automotive landscape. The event, attended by Hyundai’s global and local leaderships, former executives, government representatives and key corporate customers, reflected on how an unknown automotive brand back …
In the same month as launching a new series of vehicles in South Africa, Jetour has achieved their highest sales months yet, with 856 of their Dashing and X70 Plus models being sold in October alone. These two models were launched locally last September when Jetour first entered the South African market, and their reception …
Alfred Seema, Group Executive: Strategic Delivery Unit of South Africa's state-owned power utility Eskom, has been confirmed as a speaker at the African Energy Chamber's G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum (https://EnergyChamber.org/) – taking place November 21 in Johannesburg. Seema's participation comes as the company accelerates a General Recovery Plan, striving to enhance energy security and generation capacity across the country. His participation is expected to unlock new pathways for global partnerships as the country pursues a just energy transition.
Eskom has been at the forefront of addressing South Africa's loadshedding crisis through targeted policies. The company launched a Load Reduction Elimination Strategy in September 2025, offering a clear roadmap to strengthen the country's distribution network and address high-risk isolated areas. The program takes a three-phased approach, including expanding free basic electricity access from the current 485,000 households to 2.1 million households; accelerating the rollout of smart meters, with 6.2 million planned over the next three years; and deploying distributed energy resources, with 250 set to be installed over the next five years. Eskom is also rolling out a Generation Recovery Plan, aimed at strengthening energy supply. Since August 2025, generation performance has improved significantly under the plan, with the Energy Availability Factor reaching 70%. Between October 1 and 23 alone, the Unplanned Capability Loss Factor reduced to 22.8%, reflecting a marginal improvement compared to the same period in 2024.
Looking ahead, Eskom's generation strategy focuses on a dual approach of improving the existing fleet and transitioning to cleaner sources of fuel. Aligned with South Africa's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), the company aims to develop a balanced energy mix that incorporates all sources of energy. The IRP 2025 offers a clear investment roadmap for the power sector, targeting 105 GW of new generation capacity by 2039. This includes 5.3 GW of new nuclear capacity – expandable to 10 GW – as well as 34 GW of onshore wind, 25 GW of utility-scale solar, 8.2 GW of storage and 16 GW of gas-to-power. The plan also envisages the development of a Clean-Coal Technologies Demonstration Plan by 2030. Eskom is currently reviewing the IRP 2025 and will publish its own updated strategic plan.
The generation strategy has already begun to yield positive results. In November 2025, Eskom announced that its Koeberg Nuclear Power Station has secured a 20-year license extension, with both of its units expected to deliver 1,860 MW of baseload power until 2045. This follows the announcement of simplified compliance and registration processes for customers who generate their own electricity through Small-Scale Embedded Generation, enabling private players to invest in generation infrastructure. In September 2025, Eskom achieved commercial operations at Unit 6 at the Kusile Power Station, marking the end of construction of the Medupi and Kusile coal plants. Together, the two facilities deliver up to 9,600 MW of power. These projects form a cornerstone of Eskom's generation strategy, signaling the company's commitment to diversified energy development in South Africa.
Meanwhile, as part of a strategic restructuring, the South African government has begun the process of unbundling Eskom by separating the company into three entities: generation, transmission and distribution. While operating under Eskom, the companies will function as separate entities under efforts to strengthen efficiency, attract private investment and enhance competition across the sector. To date, the transmission entity – the National Transmission Company of South Africa – has been established and began operations in July 2024. However, to successfully complete the unbundling process, challenges associated with financial viability need to be addressed. The G20 Forum supports these goals be connecting global capital to South African power projects and partners.
“South Africa's path to energy security depends on embracing a truly diversified mix. Eskom generation plan marks a decisive shift toward balanced growth. Through platforms like the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum, we can attract the right partners and capital to strengthen South Africa's generation base and ensure every household and industry benefits from affordable, dependable power,” says NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber.
To register for the Forum click here (https://apo-opa.co/47TjSwG).
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
With an energy finance gap estimated between $30 billion and $50 billion per year, Africa is pursuing diversified sources of financing to address this shortfall and advance strategic projects. Aligned with goals by the continent to make energy poverty history, the African Energy Chamber's (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) upcoming G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum seeks to close this gap by connecting global capital to African projects. Samira Mensah, Managing Director, Regional Head Africa & Country Head South Africa, S&P Global Ratings, is speaking at the forum, where she is expected to share insight into investment trends, credit ratings and strategies for securing capital in an ever-changing global context.
While Africa's energy potential is well-known – with over 125 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, 620 trillion cubic feet of proven gas and abundant renewable energy potential – high borrowing costs, perceived credit risks and limited access to long-term financing remain an impediment to project development. In tandem, global pressures to advance the energy transition has seen funding for oil and gas projects significantly fall, delaying African projects and impacting efforts to enhance energy security across the continent. Within this scenario, organizations such as S&P Global Ratings plays a crucial role, shaping market confidence and supporting capital access through transparent risk evaluation. The organization's research has consistently highlighted the importance of developing robust domestic capital markets, enhancing sovereign creditworthiness and leveraging blended finance and guarantees to reduce the cost of borrowing for African issuers.
While perceived credit risk continues to impact projects in Africa, recent trends have seen a continental push toward closing Africa's energy financing gap. The $5 billion Africa Energy Bank – spearheaded by the African Petroleum Producers Organization and Afreximbank – is making rapid gains in raising funds, offering an alternative, home-grown solution to raising capital. Development finance is gaining traction, evidenced by the U.S.-Export-Import Bank re-approving a loan of up to $4.7 billion to support the development of the TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG project. The African Development Bank also reached a record of $11 billion in new investments approved in Africa between 2024 and 2025. International energy companies are ramping-up their spending. Eni is investing $8 billion in Algeria, backed by a deal signed with Sonatrach, while ExxonMobil could invest as much as $15 billion in Angola's Namibe basin following successful drilling. African M&A transactions also saw a significant increase, totaling $2.7 billion in H1, 2025 alone.
The upcoming G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum builds on this momentum by offering insight into Africa's energy opportunities. The forum follows the African Energy Week 2025 conference, where a Premier Invest-led Deal Room identified up to $13.4 billion project opportunities across the upstream, midstream, downstream and renewable energy segments. By connecting global financiers with African stakeholders, the G20 Forum aims to drive projects forward while addressing challenges such as perceived risk and market uncertainty. Mensah's participation will bring technical depth to discussions on how sovereign and corporate ratings can catalyze investment in Africa's oil, gas and power sectors, particularly as countries pursue both expansion and transition agendas.
“Closing Africa's energy investment gap is not only about mobilizing capital, it is about changing perceptions, improving credit risk assessments and creating confidence in African markets. Institutions like S&P Global Ratings play a vital role in helping investors see the full picture: that Africa is not a risk to be avoided, but an opportunity to be embraced,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, AEC.
To register for the Forum click here (https://apo-opa.co/443y98Q).
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
RS South Africa (http://Africa.RSDelivers.com/), a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions, will exhibit alongside its reseller Hydromatics Limited (http://apo-opa.co/4hYCSyw) at the upcoming 32nd IEK International Convention (IEK32), taking place in Mombasa, Kenya, from 25 – 28 November 2025. Kenya is a key strategic market for RS in Africa.
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IEK32, under the theme “Engineering the Future: The Road Map for Kenya”, offers a premier platform for engineering professionals, thought leaders, and industrial innovators to reflect, reimagine and realign engineering practices in support of Kenya's development trajectory.
“The future of industrial performance lies in connected thinking, where smart data, predictive insights and local expertise work as one system. RS is helping our customers move from reactive maintenance to digitally-enabled MRO, powered by a global platform and delivered through trusted local reseller partnerships,” says Viv Muthan, Head of Export Sales and Operations, RS South Africa. “At IEK32 we aim to demonstrate how intelligent MRO solutions can transform the way businesses operate, creating access to the latest reliability technologies with on-the-ground responsiveness for Sub Saharan industries.”
At the exhibition, RS South Africa will showcase its connected approach to MRO, bringing together digital procurement tools, smart inventory management and locally delivered service solutions, The aim is to help industrial professionals simplify supply chains, reduce downtime and unlock new across their operations. Through integrated offerings in automation, electrification, test & measurement, and safety solutions, RS empowers businesses to move beyond product purchasing to a data-enabled, system side approach that supports the entire MRO lifecycle.
What distinguishes RS is its commitment to holistic operational efficiency by connecting technology, people and process. Visitors to the RS stand can explore how digital platforms, predictive insights and local expertise come together to create safer, smarter and more resilient industrial environments.
This year, we've taken a different approach by design. There are no products on display,” adds Muthan. “Our presence at IEK32 is about reimagining how engineering, procurement and supply interact. We want to inspire decision-makers to see how connected MRO can improve workflow and free people up to focus on the work that they want to and should be doing”, adds Muthan.
Visit RS South Africa and Hydromatics at stands 30 and 31 at the IEK32 to discover how cutting-edge MRO solutions can transform operations, enhance safety, and deliver measurable efficiency gains. For more information about IEK32, visit: https://apo-opa.co/47zzsie.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of RS South Africa.
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RS is a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.
We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations.
We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it's our people that make the difference.
Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people planet and profit.
RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2024 reported revenue of £2,942 million.
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The latest study by cybersecurity company Surfshark ranks South Africa as the 36th most breached country in Q3 2025, with 100.6k leaked accounts. Globally, a total of 90.6 million accounts were breached, with France ranking first and accounting for 17% of all breaches from July through September. Germany takes second place, followed by the US, …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) urges the public to exercise caution when conducting financial services business with an entity known as Quantum Wins. The FSCA has received reports that Quantum Wins is soliciting funds from members of the public through an online trading platform. Quantum Wins purports to trade in cryptocurrencies on behalf of …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) advises caution when engaging in financial services transactions with individuals purporting to be associated with Altvest Capital Solutions (Altvest Capital) and its Chief Executive Officer, Mr Warren Wheatley, via the Telegram platform. Altvest Capital Solutions is a juristic representative of CAEP Asset Managers (Pty) Ltd, authorised under FSP number …
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) advises the public to exercise caution when engaging in financial services transactions with individuals impersonating financial services provider (FSP) Exness ZA (Pty) Ltd (Exness) (FSP number 51024) on Telegram and WhatsApp. The FSCA received information that Exness is being impersonated on both platforms, where the administrators of these groups …