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It’s probably fair to say that Selvyn Davids is an entertainer – on the rugby field, of course – just ask the crowd at BC Place in Vancouver. A few seasons ago, Davids showed remarkable soccer skills to set up a try at the HSBC SVNS Vancouver and when the fifth tournament of the 2026 …
Statement by John Steenhuisen MP – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: The Democratic Alliance (DA) notes with deep sadness the passing of Mosiuoa Lekota, leader of the Congress of the People (COPE). On behalf of the DA, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr Lekota’s family, friends, colleagues, and the entire COPE membership during this …
Getting a brand in front of people takes more than just a good idea. It takes planning, production, and the right team to pull it off. From live events to filmed content and motion graphics, each piece needs to work together. Businesses that get this right tend to stand out, while those that rush through …
Mr. Mosiuoa Lekota, former leader of COPE who passed away today, was a key figure in South African politics for many years. As chairperson of the ANC, he headed the dissolution of the NNP and the party’s subsequent merger with the ANC – an unthinkable development for many Afrikaners for whom the NP had been […]
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The Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporáneo (CAAC) in Seville presents Améfrica: Diasporic Connections in the Jorge M. Pérez Collection (Améfrica), an exhibition curated by Brazilian curator and scholar Helio Menezes and drawn from the holdings of the Jorge M. Pérez Collection and El Espacio 23 in Miami. The presentation brings together 128 works by 99 artists and examines the global …
Wednesday, 4 March 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes, with immense grief, the passing of Mosioua “Terror” Lekota, a long-serving public representative and political figure in democratic South Africa. Born on 13 August 1948 in Kroonstad in the Free State, Lekota became politically active as a student and was drawn into the […]
The Municipal Manager of the Emfuleni Local Municipality, Mr April Ntuli, appeared in the Vereeniging Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday on behalf of the Municipality on five charges relating to serious environmental pollution and contraventions of the National Environmental Management Act and the National Water Act. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) had conducted an investigation […]
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Darshin Naidoo describes his journey to becoming a MTG coach and tabletop gaming influencer. Darshin Naidoo first discovered trading card games, also known as TCGs, when he was around eight or nine years old, after watching Yu-Gi-Oh! on SABC2. “I didn’t know it was a real card game until my mum bought me cards. Fast …
Kokstad’s pool is empty and the soccer field is too hard
Losing weight is not just about cutting calories, it’s about building habits that you can keep for life. The right food choices, daily movement, and supportive supplements can help you stay focused and consistent. Many people find that combining practical lifestyle changes with trusted nutrition products gives them the best long-term results. Finding the Right …
From a train carriage in Argentina to specialised care in Bethlehem, Free State. Bethlehem, 04 March 2026 – LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, operated by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS, is marking a significant milestone: the Rescueversary of Sandro, the last surviving member of the group once known as the ‘Train Tigers’. After more than …
Western Union (www.WesternUnion.com) and Sasai Fintech, a business of Cassava Technologies, today announced the launch of a new international money transfer mobile app tailored for South Africa's consumers. The app is designed to meet the fast-evolving needs of an increasingly connected and mobile population, offering a seamless and reliable way to send money abroad, seamlessly, anytime, anywhere
“South Africa, is home to a growing population of digitally savvy consumers, many with deep ties across borders, that seek ways to move money internationally with flexibility and confidence,” said Mohamed Touhami el Ouazzani, Western Union's Head of Africa. “We are delighted then that our partnership with Sasai Fintech allows us to bring the strength of our global network to where people are, enabling South Africa's consumers to connect with the world, unlocking opportunity and helping communities and families thrive in an increasingly globalized economy.”
This strategic collaboration combines Western Union's global network spanning 200 countries and territories with Sasai Fintech's cutting-edge Payments-as-a-Service (PaaS) technology - a fully integrated, end-to-end remittance platform that includes both the technology infrastructure and the required licensing. Customers can transfer funds to billions of bank accounts and wallets worldwide, or for cash pick-up at hundreds of thousands of retail locations abroad; they can send money via the co-branded, Sasai in partnership with Western Union money transfer service, with multiple convenient funding options that include Sasai's retail network of over 150,000 outlets, debit or credit cards, and electronic funds transfers from their bank account.
Darlington Mandivenga, CEO, Fintech and Digital Platforms at Cassava Technologies, emphasizes “Our partnership with Western Union accelerates financial inclusion and delivers real value to Africans in the diaspora and their families across the continent. Backed by our regulated assets, integrated tech stack, super app platform, and innovations like stablecoins, we're redefining Africa's payments infrastructure.”
South Africa is home to one of the most digitally engaged populations in Africa. According to the country's 2023 General Household Survey (http://apo-opa.co/4spi0o9), nearly 80% of households have internet access – with almost 73% connecting through mobile devices. Market data (http://apo-opa.co/3PfIZE8) shows that in 2024, outbound personal remittances exceeded USD 1 billion.
The new mobile app can now be downloaded on Android and iOS smartphones. In just a few clicks, customers can register, verify their identity and begin sending money globally.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Western Union Holdings, Inc..
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About Western Union:
The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) is committed to helping people around the world who aspire to build financial futures for themselves, their loved ones and their communities. Our leading cross-border, cross-currency money movement, payments and digital financial services empower consumers, businesses, financial institutions and governments—across more than 200 countries and territories and over 130 currencies—to connect with billions of bank accounts, millions of digital wallets and cards, and a global footprint of hundreds of thousands of retail locations. Our goal is to offer accessible financial services that help people and communities prosper. For more information, visit www.WesternUnion.com
About Sasai Fintech:
Sasai Fintech, a business of Cassava Technologies, is a high-growth pan-African fintech company positioned to scale digital transformation across the continent. The company offers a comprehensive suite of innovative, interoperable financial services that enable business growth and financial inclusion. Sasai's platform integrates digital payment processing, mobile money, social payments, remittances-as-a-service, and modular digital commerce ("business-in-a-box") solutions. For more information visit www.SasaiFintech.com
Staff Writer ·3 Mar 2026 63 South Africans, consisting of 54 adults and 9 children, have been removed from Ireland by charter flight. Ireland’s Justice, Home Affairs, and Migration Minister, Jim O’Callaghan, confirmed completion of a charter operation to South Africa to effect deportation orders. The flight departed Dublin Airport at 17h05 on Saturday, 28 …
The GOOD Party extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota, the founding leader of the Congress of the People (COPE), following his passing at the age of 77.
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Unbeaten South Africa continue their quest for a maiden World Cup title in the first semifinal of the T20 World Cup against New Zealand in Kolkata on Wednesday, with a potential repeat of the 2024 final against India awaiting. Should Aiden Markram’s side inflict their second defeat of the tournament on New Zealand – they …
Malcolm Libera ·3 Mar 2026 The escalating conflict in the Middle East could present a significant risk to South Africa’s inflation outlook, which could spell bad news for interest rate cuts in the near future. Interest-rate traders have priced in a chance of a South African interest-rate hike later this month as the Iran conflict …
The Clanwilliam Animal Welfare Society say they are “overburdened” and are without support from the Cederberg municipality
The author, Endeavor South Africa CEO Alison Collier A structural shift is under way in global venture capital, with investors increasingly turning to emerging markets as performance in traditional tech hubs moderates. The best risk-adjusted returns are no longer concentrated in a handful of established ecosystems — and this is not a philosophical shift, it’s …
Staff Writer ·3 Mar 2026 South Africa’s ties to Iran could see the country hit with the “death penalty” from the United States, where local companies are axed from the US financial system. According to Aluma Capital Chief Economist, Frederick Mitchell, this is a risk factor investors will have to consider, following the US and …
What would a third world war even look like, and can South Africa stay out of it? As Middle East tensions escalate and a widely circulated list names South Africa among the world’s safest countries in the event of World War III, experts are urging caution and context. Online reports dating back to 2024 have …
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 South Africa has called on all its citizens currently in the Middle East to urgently contact the relevant South African embassies accredited to their countries of residence to ensure that they are registered, and that their whereabouts are known to officials amid heightened regional tensions. In an advisory issued on Monday …
3 March 2026 – Today, the South African Football Association (SAFA) in collaboration with adidas proudly reveals the new 2026/2027 home jersey for both Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana – a bold evolution of an iconic design that captures the spirit of South African football. Drawing inspiration from the unforgettable 2010 jersey – a symbol …
The Department of Justice says it is addressing backlogs