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On 21 September 2025, the year’s final solar eclipse will sweep across the Southern Hemisphere sky just a day before the equinox. The moon will cover up to 86 percent of the sun at its peak, creating a deep partial eclipse rather than a total one. Here’s who will witness it… Another September spectacle This …
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week. Cape Town’s new plan to fix one of its most dangerous roads The City of Cape Town wants to introduce a compulsory heavy vehicle stop on Kloof Nek Road to address the spate of recent accidents. Kloof Nek Road runs from the city centre …
The Coca-Cola Company logo is pictured during a presentation in Paris, France, January 19, 2016. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo JOHANNESBURG, Sept 19 (Reuters) – Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa plans to cut more than 600 workers, Business Day reported, citing the Food and Allied Workers Union spokesperson Dominique Martin. The bottler for Coca-Cola sent the union notices of possible retrenchment …
As G20 president, South Africa can highlight the importance of digital sovereignty for ensuring dignity, economic justice, and resilience. South Africa presides over the G20 at a global inflection point where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming economies, altering labour markets and reconfiguring global influence at unprecedented speed. Yet the benefits of this revolution are not …
Mustek has published its financial results for the year ended 30 June 2025, reporting a significant decline in revenue, but a recovery in net profit. Revenue declined 14.9% from R8.4 billion to R7.2 billion during the year. However, lower expenses saw the company’s net profit rebound to R39.7 million, up from R21.4 million last year. …
Rospa International has made a name for itself among local enthusiasts by importing some of the most desirable sportscars and JDM machines into South Africa. The company is also walking-the-walk as it has its own race team. Company founder Himal Chris Paul said: “Rospa imports these incredible cars for our clients and I am lucky …
Staff Writer ·19 Sep 2025 The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB’s) decision to keep interest rates on hold this week may have come as a surprise and disappointment to some, but economists say the central bank may just be pausing for a breather. The SARB’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 4-2 on Thursday (18 September) …
(Parliamentary debate: Establishment of an ad hoc committee to investigate the continued presence of apartheid-era statues and memorials in public spaces) In a country where the economy is not growing, unemployment stands at over 33% and the people are desperate for a job or some form of income, the EFF thinks it would be worthwhile …
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has revealed that it received 946 complaints relating to South African mobile operators in the 2025 financial year. Presenting before the Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry, and Competition on 17 September 2025, it showed that Telkom had the highest number of complaints as a proportion of its total subscribers. While …
Friday, 19th September 2025: Paradigm Initiative has released a report highlighting the state of digital rights and inclusion in Nigeria, raising serious concerns about the citizens’ data online. In a media briefing held in Abuja, Nigeria, the organisation called for seriousness from the government in handling the matter, saying there has been a consistent data leak
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South African Hockey is aware of a statement issued by the former Men’s National Head Coach. We note with concern that this was circulated on an old SA Hockey letterhead. At the outset, we must make it clear that this communication was not authorised by SA Hockey and should not be regarded as an official …
Join over 500 scientists, researchers, and changemakers uniting to drive real solutions for gender equality in food, land and water systems. A call to co-create solutions that accelerate gender equality in agri-food and water systems. Register before 26 September 2025. Press Release – Cape Town, South Africa I 16 September 2025 – CGIAR, through the Accelerator on Gender
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FILE PHOTO: The logo of South Africa’s central reserve bank is seen during the delivery of a keynote address by South Africa’s central bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago, at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, November 1, 2022. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo PRETORIA, Sept 18 (Reuters) – South Africa’s central bank left its key lending rate …
Amazon South Africa advertises “Heritage Day Edition” Big Smile Sale. It takes place between 19th and 30th September. Heritage Day itself takes place on 24th September. South Africa’s next public holiday – Heritage Day – takes place next week on 24th September, but Amazon.co.za is starting celebrations early with a big sale. This is another …
Photo Credit: @TrackGazette, X Sinesipho Dambile is now South Africa’s only remaining realistic hope for a medal at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo qualifying for the men’s 200m final on Thursday. The 23-year-old secured his spot by finishing third in his semi-final. Meanwhile, 400m SA champion, Zakithi Nene, missed out on a podium finish, …
Google today announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation. The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. They cover internet connectivity; youth-led learning and innovation; and skills training. Connectivity Google …
Luke Fraser ·18 Sep 2025 South Africa’s metros are facing a crisis, with the government stepping in to ensure that R54 billion in grants must be based purely on performance, not promises. South Africa’s biggest cities are home to close to half of of South Africa’s population, businesses, and jobs. However, weak management, underinvestment, corruption, …
Coca-Cola South Africa has confirmed plans to lay off 680 employees as part of a wider restructuring strategy, affecting mainly administrative, distribution, and support roles at its bottling plants and regional offices. The company has assured staff that severance packages and outplacement assistance will be provided to help ease the transition, as reported by the …
Coffee and coffee culture in South Africa is as diverse as its landscapes. Barry Bierman/Unsplash Cape Town & Winelands Cape Town sets the national standard for specialty coffee. Baristas here are experimental, embracing alternative brewing methods such as V60, AeroPress, and nitro cold brew. Weekend mornings bring a relaxed atmosphere as locals linger over flat …
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Former Eskom CEO André de Ruyter says South Africa’s grid was never close to collapse while he was at the company’s helm, adding that the utility always had something in its tank to avoid a blackout. De Ruyter made the remarks in a Q&A following his presentation at the recent BizNews Conference. He applauded the …
Johannesburg’s electrical infrastructure is under attack, with thieves and vandals targeting cabling and other high-value electrical equipment, and illegal connections resulting in lost revenue. In a statement, the metro’s power utility City Power revealed that it had conducted a successful operation in Rabie Ridge Extension 5 on Monday, 15 September 2025. “During the operation, the …
Driver’s licence fees contribute roughly R590 million to R620 million to the government’s pockets every year, creating a lucrative incentive to maintain the status quo. South Africa is currently engaged in several efforts to improve its driver’s licence system, including the acquisition of a new card printer and a project to introduce digital licences. However, …
Department of Higher Education and Training and Takealot Group sign landmark skills development Memorandum of Understanding The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr. Mimmy Gondwe, is pleased to announce a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and South Africa’s leading E-Commerce business, Takealot Group. The …