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- MTN fintech grows to R14 billion in revenue, despite Nigeria’s drag
MTN’s fintech business has gained momentum in the first half of 2026 as the group scales its financial services operations across African markets. Fintech revenue has increased 13.3% in the constant currency during the period, while growth excluding regulatory items was 19.3%. Fintech transaction value increased 33.8% to $330.5 billion,… Read more » - Chery expands Tiggo 7 range with new Dark Edition
Chery South Africa has expanded its Tiggo 7 line-up with the introduction of the Distinction Dark Edition, priced at R415,900. The new derivative adds blacked-out styling, more safety equipment and a six-speed dual-clutch transmission to the five-seat family SUV. Exterior changes include a dark-finished grille, black window surrounds, 18-inch black… Read more » - DRC Ebola cases top 5,500 as WHO warns of “defining moment”
KINSHASA, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) — Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have surpassed 5,500, with more than 2,600 deaths, government figures showed Monday, as the World Health Organization (WHO) said the outbreak reached a “defining moment” more than 100 days after it was declared. The… Read more » - ANC election promise: Tougher municipal oversight, if voters trust them again
The ANC has promised to tighten its oversight of municipalities if it returns to power after the November 4 local government elections. The party wants to introduce reporting mechanisms and performance scorecards to track whether its commitments are being delivered. The party has created a framework against which voters will… Read more » - ANC election promise: 10 000 jobs to help ease 33% unemployment rate
The African National Congress has put youth employment high on its local government election agenda, promising to launch 10 000 apprenticeships, learnerships and graduate internships in municipalities it governs. The manifesto makes the bold promise: “Ten thousand apprenticeships, learnerships and graduate internships commenced across ANC-led municipalities, with youth as primary… Read more » - ‘Cat’ Matlala’s legal counsel calls in sick but Madlanga commission continues
A tense exchange unfolded at the Madlanga Commission as Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga questioned lawyer Fatima Missi, representing alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. This over an attempt to delay proceedings following the sudden illness of lead counsel, Advocate Anneline van den Heever on Monday. Missi told the chairperson that Matlala… Read more » - China calls for political settlement in response to U.S. secondary sanctions
BEIJING, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) — Sanctions and pressure cannot resolve problems, as they only heighten tensions, escalate the situation and serve no one’s interests, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday. Spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on U.S. Treasury… Read more » - Namibia names squad for T20I tri-series with South Africa, Zimbabwe
Cricket Namibia on Monday named a 16-player squad for an inaugural men’s T20 International tri-series featuring Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe from August 28 to September 6 in Windhoek. Also known as the FNB Eagles, Namibia will be captained by veteran all-rounder Gerhard Erasmus, who was named the ICC Men’s… Read more » - DR Congo government, M23 agree on roadmap for peace talksThis photo taken on March 11, 2026, shows damages outside a building after a drone attack in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). (Str/Xinhua) KINSHASA, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) — The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group… Read more »
- Nozipho Dlamini | Search and seizure operations making a difference in keeping Gauteng schools safe
Every learner has the right to attend a school where the focus is on education, not fear and every teacher deserves to work in an environment free from violence, intimidation and criminal activity. In Gauteng, schools continue to face serious challenges, including substance abuse, gangsterism and the possession of dangerous… Read more »
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