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Dear Editor The DA condemns the coming into effect of the new employment equity reporting regulations today. South African businesses need to be free to grow and create jobs, rather than being forced to implement divisive, race-based quotas on behalf of the Minister of Employment and Labour. We are confident that our court challenge will …
The Tshwane Metro’s Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, Aaron Maluleka, should be replaced at once. This call by the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus), during the last council meeting, follows a disturbing oversight report highlighting serious mismanagement, the squandering of funds and gross violations of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). After ten months […]
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Work has been disrupted and more than 1,250 people still live on the tracks
There are several serious flaws in the Tshwane Metro Council’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) for 2026/27 as well as the 2026/28 Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework. During the latest council meeting, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) pointed out six issues threatening the integrity of the process and the quality of service delivery. These six […]
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The M20 for the G20 An initiative by SANEF, MMA and partners [email protected] Media20.org 31-08-25 MEDIA RELEASE Global leaders, media, policymakers, and civil society convene in Johannesburg, South Africa for the M20 Summit The M20 initiative, an independent joint programme of Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) and the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF), …
According to Stats SA’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey (Q2, 2025), the Western Cape recorded an unemployment rate of 21.1%, compared to the national average of 33.2%. On paper, this appears commendable, the province has consistently reported lower unemployment than the rest of South Africa over the past decade.
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The Africa's Business Heroes (ABH) (https://AfricaBusinessHeroes.org/) Prize Competition, a philanthropic initiative of Alibaba Philanthropy, today revealed the Top 20 entrepreneurs selected to advance to the 2025 Semi-Finals, taking place in Dakar, Senegal on 10 – 11 September 2025.
The selection of the Top 20 reflects a rigorous and highly competitive process. Starting from nearly 32,000 applications spanning the African continent, candidates advanced through multiple rounds, including the Top 50 Round 2 interviews and a thorough due diligence process.
From this pool, 20 exceptional entrepreneurs were chosen, representing diverse sectors and embodying the spirit of African innovation and resilience.
They now stand just one step away from the Grand Finale, where they will compete for a place among the Top 10 Heroes. Those who advance will not only share in grant funding ranging from $100,000 to $300,000 USD but also gain access to mentorship opportunities, international networks, and unparalleled global visibility.
“Year after year, we are inspired by the caliber of entrepreneurs we see at ABH. The 2025 Top 20 span 9 countries and 10 sectors from healthtech and fintech to agritech and sustainability, reflecting Africa's dynamic innovation landscape. We continue to see strong momentum in digital transformation, scalable B2B and subscription models, and impact-driven businesses tackling challenges from financial inclusion to food security and environmental sustainability. These trends not only highlight the resilience of African founders but also underscore the continent's potential to deliver both profitability and social impact,” said Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Africa MD of ABH.
This year's Semi-Final marks the first time ABH is hosting in a francophone country and a first in Senegal, underscoring the country's growing influence as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Africa. Senegal's strong 8.6% GDP growth and its upcoming role as host of th*2026 Youth Olympic Games—the first ever on African soil—further cement its position as a dynamic center for talent, business, and global events. The event will feature high-stakes pitch sessions, networking opportunities, and mentorship programs for the finalists.
The Top 20 finalists will present their businesses before a distinguished panel of judges, each bringing deep expertise and perspective from across the entrepreneurial and investment ecosystem. The panel includes:
Together, this panel will evaluate the finalists based on innovation, impact, scalability, and leadership, ultimately determining which entrepreneurs will advance to the Top 10 stage of the competition.
This landmark event is made possible through the support of Alibaba Philanthropy, together with leading Senegalese sponsors Wave, Sonatel and InTouch Group. Their partnership underscores a shared commitment to fostering innovation, empowering entrepreneurs, and positioning Senegal as a driving force in Africa's economic transformation.
“Wave is honored to partner with Africa's Business Heroes in bringing this landmark event to Dakar. For us, this is more than sponsorship, it is a commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, accelerating innovation, and positioning Senegal as a hub of Africa's economic transformation. Hosting the Semi-Finals here reflects our belief in the power of young African talent to shape a more inclusive and prosperous future for the continent” emphasized Coura Tine Sene, Regional Director and Head of Public Affairs at Wave, said.”
Now in its 7th edition, the ABH Prize Competition continues to spotlight and support African entrepreneurs who are making a positive impact in their communities. This year's Semi-Final is further strengthened by the collaboration of key ecosystem partners, including Ignite.E, Impact Hub Dakar, SenStartup, and African Leadership University (ALU), who are helping to expand outreach and foster deeper engagement within Senegal's vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
Meet the 2025 Top 20 Heroes:
For more information on the Top 20 Heroes, visit: https://AfricaBusinessHeroes.org/
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For media resources and press kit, visit:
ABH Top 20 Press Kit (https://apo-opa.co/4mJQ5gh)
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pr@africabusinessheroes.org
About Alibaba Philanthropy:
Alibaba Philanthropy is the social impact arm of Alibaba Group, committed to harnessing technology and partnerships for good. Its work spans rural revitalization, environmental protection, disaster relief, and empowering vulnerable communities. In Africa, Alibaba Philanthropy drives flagship initiatives such as Africa's Business Heroes (ABH), supporting entrepreneurs who are building inclusive and sustainable growth across the continent.
About Wave:
Wave is on a mission to make Africa the first cashless continent. Wave Mobile Money offers radically inclusive and extremely affordable mobile financial solutions to millions of users across Africa. We build solutions that allow our customers an affordable way to save and transfer the money they need to achieve their dreams. We take pride in putting our customers first. You can learn more at:
https://www.Wave.com/en
About Orange StartUp Studio:
Orange Startup Studio is the innovation and entrepreneurship hub of Sonatel. Through its two flagship programs 1) the Startup Lab, which incubates companies in the start-up phase and 2) Orange Fab, which accelerates growth-ready startups. The Studio supports entrepreneurs by giving them access to Orange's technical and sectoral expertise, collaboration opportunities, a network of strategic partners and enhanced visibility. Its mission is to promote innovative solutions with high economic and social impact in Senegal and throughout Africa.
About InTouch Group:
Created in 2014, InTouch has had the ambition to be the pan-African player of reference for omnichannel payment. With presence in 27 countries, nearly 4,000 corporate clients, and a network of 60,000 TouchPoints across Africa, it has to date processed close to 15 billion dollars for its customers. It offers tailor-made payment solutions that allow its customers to manage their entire transactional value chain. Its customers and partners benefit from its multi-country distribution network for the collection of payments and the distribution of their services. It has also built and regularly updates a catalogue of more than 400 digital services that it makes available to its customers. The company is able to collect and make settlements across the continent. To earn more about InTouch: https://www.InTouchGroup.net/en
South Africa’s top talent and a host of international stars headline the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player Auction list announced today. Over 500 players will go under the gavel in Johannesburg on 9 September, as the six franchises finalise their 19-player squads ahead of Season 4 starting on 26 December 2025. Betway SA20 received an …
The practice of vaping in South African schools is on the increase and detrimental to learners. That’s the submission of some health experts on the public hearings on Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill 2022 held this week. Vaping is the practice of inhaling and exhaling vapour containing nicotine through electronic cigarette devices …
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has entered a multi-year partnership with Powerfleet as its official Vehicle Tracking Partner. With over...
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 1 day ago Copy to Clipboard Sexual offences in South Africa have nearly tripled in just four years, according to Statistics South Africa’s latest Governance, Public Safety and Justice Survey (GPSJS). The survey shows incidents rose from 25,000 in 2020/21 to 73,000 in 2024/25, reflecting what activists describe as a crisis of accountability …
As global research firms expand access to market intelligence, their role in shaping Africa's mining sector has become increasingly influential. By providing critical data and insights, these institutions are helping African governments design investor-attractive policies, supporting investors in identifying high-potential opportunities and enabling companies to make evidence-based strategic decisions.
The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa's premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for October 1–3, 2025 in Cape Town – will connect research institutions with industry leaders, policymakers and global stakeholders. Speakers from leading research and academic institutions have joined this year's event, set to drive collaboration and growth.
African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.
Kiana van Vuuren, Director and Head of Mining at Moore Global – a knowledge partner of AMW 2025 – will participate in the panel Women Pioneering Leadership in Africa's Mining Industry. van Vuuren is expected to share data-driven insights on the state of women's participation in the sector as well as broader trends on Africa's mining industry growth, revenue generation and investment flows.
Christopher Vandome, Senior Research Fellow for the Chatham House Africa Program, will join the Mineral Traceability: Reshaping Global Supply Chains and Geopolitical Influence panel. Vandome is expected to highlight global best practices and technologies for enhancing transparency, traceability and sustainable governance in Africa's mineral supply chains.
Lawrence Bbosa, Executive Manager of the Mineral Processing Division at Mintek, is anticipated to spotlight South Africa's efforts to build a globally competitive mining workforce. Bbosa is expected to focus on how the country is leveraging a blend of local expertise and international partnerships to address industry challenges and unlock new mining sector opportunities.
Nils Backeberg, Co-Founder and Director of Project Blue, will speak on the Critical Minerals: Driving Renewable Development in Africa panel. Backeberg is expected to offer insights on the trends shaping Africa's cobalt, lithium, copper, rare earths and platinum group metals sectors, linking these to global shifts driven by the energy transition and fourth industrial revolution.
AMW will also feature Colin Coleman, Adjunct Associate Professor of Business at the Columbia Business School. Coleman is expected to present the university's findings on how improved governance, legal frameworks, supply chain optimization, and the integration of ESG certification can collectively enhance the growth of Africa's mining industry.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.
Springbok video briefing from Auckland: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and lock RG Snyman hosted a media conference in Auckland on Monday as the team prepare for their round-three Castle Lager Rugby Championship clash against the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday.
The Springbok Women were congratulated on Monday for reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals for the first time with a performance that “embodies the spirit of South Africa”, said Mr Mark Alexander, the president of the South African Rugby Union. The Bok Women followed up a 66-6 win over Brazil in their first pool game …
The South African Cricket Team’s tour to India in November this year will mark history and celebrate the 34th anniversary of South Africa’s readmission to international cricket. The Proteas are set to play all three formats in India in November and December after the BCCI confirmed the fixtures for the tour. The tour will begin …
As more African governments introduce investor-friendly laws to enhance mining frameworks, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 will bring together several African mining ministers to showcase opportunities across their jurisdictions.
Confirmed ministerial participants include Martin Gama Abucha, Minister of Mining, South Sudan (https://apo-opa.co/4fYrotI); Winston Chitando, Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Zimbabwe; Kenneth Zikhale Reeves Ng'oma, Minister of Mining, Malawi (https://apo-opa.co/4gckcdJ); Khadidja Hassane Abdoulaye, Secretary of State for Petroleum, Mines and Geology, Chad; Teddy Lwamba, Minister of Hydraulic Resources and Electricity, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC); Emmanuel Kofi Buah, Ghana's Minister of Lands and Natural Resources and Karim Badawi, Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources.
AMW will feature the Ministerial Forum which will include South Sudan's Abucha, Zimbabwe's Chitando, Malawi's Ng'oma, Ghana's Buah and Egypt's Badawi. The forum will highlight how strategic policies, investment incentives and infrastructure plans are accelerating beneficiation and industrialization across Africa. Malawi is emerging as a key player in critical minerals, securing $12 billion in Chinese investments in June 2025 alone - reflecting growing investor confidence and the country's resource potential. South Sudan, for its part, is experiencing a surge in international interest, partnering with investors from Russia, Qatar, the U.S., and South Africa to advance geological mapping and exploration efforts. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe continues to strengthen its position as a key global supplier of lithium, with new project launches and investments. Ghana is implementing a five-pillar strategy to strengthen its position as Africa's largest gold producer and the world's sixth largest while a five-pillar strategy – led by Minister Badawi – seeks to unlock Egypt's gold, potash and phosphate potential.
With the World Bank estimating that Africa's mining sector could generate an additional $2 billion in revenue and create 3.8 million new jobs by 2030 through localized value addition, AMW 2025 arrives at a critical moment. Chad's Abdoulaye will join a panel titled Africa's Mineral Future: A Roadmap Toward Sustainable Growth and Value Creation which will highlight strategies to boost sustainable development in the sector. Meanwhile, DRC's Lwamba will feature in the Cobalt Opportunity: DRC's Strategic Position in the EV Revolution panel, emphasizing the country's strategic role in the global energy transition and its efforts to leverage energy infrastructure to unlock its estimated $24 trillion in mineral wealth.
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About African Mining Week:
African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com
De Klerk’s inclusion in the squad increases the size of the group currently preparing for the first Test in Auckland to 36 players, after Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi remained behind in South Africa earlier this week to attend to family matters. The Springboks will face their archrivals, the All Blacks, at Eden Park in Auckland …
“There are risks. But the greater danger lies in allowing Israel and its allies to carry out genocide with impunity.”
Suzuki Griquas were the big beneficiaries as the past weekend’s sixth round of the Carling Currie Cup Premier Division delivered more nail-biting rugby action, with the Fidelity ADT Lions, Hollywoodbets Sharks XV and Airlink Pumas also gaining important wins in the penultimate league round. Griquas got the weekend off to an exciting start on Friday …
September marks Self-Care Awareness Month, a global movement encouraging people to slow down, reflect, and prioritise their wellbeing. While conversations around self-care often focus on skincare, fitness, or nutrition, one key element is frequently overlooked: hair and scalp health. According to Dr Kashmal Kalan, Medical Director at Alvi Armani South Africa, hair care should be …
Some of the workers racing against time to complete repairs on Lillian Ngoyi road in Johannesburg, which is scheduled to reopen on Monday after a gas explosion in 2023, are sceptical the work will be done in time. When Sowetan visited the site in the Joburg CBD on Sunday afternoon, a construction worker, who asked …
The world champion Blitzboks will defend their HSBC SVNS Cape Town title in December as the Mother City’s biggest party returns with free drinks for early ticket buyers, as well as an enticing offer for families. The first 500 fans to purchase R350 tickets in the Party Stand – where fans traditionally come in their …
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin and team captain Nolusindiso Booi were delighted with their first win over Italy in York on Sunday, with the pool victory also ensuring that South Africa progress to the Women’s Rugby World Cup play-offs for the first time in history. Furthermore, the 29-24 victory – their first in …
South African banks are reportedly set to battle each other for a slice of the state-owned Postbank’s R3-billion share of the social grants market, which will become available at the end of September 2025. Social development minister Nokuzola Tolashe and the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) briefed their Parliamentary subcommittee this week about the …
