South Africa
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Business success and social prosperity are bound together
MTN Group's commitment to supporting Africa's prosperity is tied to its responsibility to deliver returns to shareholders.
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South Africa
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Over 1-million applications for 2027 NSFAS funding
NSFAS receives over 1-million applications for 2027 funding cycle
South Africa
3 min
Tribute to poet Dr Diana Ferrus to be held in Kleinmond
A tribute to Dr Diana Ferrus, who died in January, will be held at The Shed in Kleinmond on Friday, 27 November, featuring performances by the Mengelmoesdigters, Frazer Barry, and Khadija...
South Africa
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PSL’s late postponement of election day matches threatens fixture pile-up
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has postponed all fixtures on November 4, 2026, due to South Africa's Local Government Elections, but the late decision may lead to a fixture backlog.
South Africa
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Ten African Youth Athletes to Watch at the 2026 Youth Olympics in Dakar
The 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar will feature 2,700 athletes from around the world, including 10 talented young athletes from Africa.
South Africa
3 min
The return to Africa, and the test at home
A conference in South Africa demanding reparative justice and self-determination for Africa and its diaspora faces criticism over the country's treatment of African migrants.
South Africa
3 min
Football Fans Urged to Adopt Rugby-Style Discipline for Soweto Derby
Tickets for the Soweto derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs sold out within hours, prompting concerns over safety and crowd control at the FNB Stadium.
South Africa
3 min
South Africa Risks Greylisting Again Due to Municipal Dysfunction
South Africa's progress on structural reforms is threatened by dysfunctional municipalities, which could deter investment and lead to greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force.
South Africa
3 min
Sassa Clarifies One-Off Grant Payment Schedule Change for November
Sassa adjusts November grant payment dates due to local government elections
South Africa
2 min
Over 1-million applications for 2027 NSFAS funding
NSFAS receives over 1-million applications for 2027 funding cycle
South Africa
3 min
Israelis Head to the Polls in Country's Most Consequential Election in Decades
Israelis vote in a highly consequential election, with many seeking change and accountability for past failures, particularly regarding the 7 October atrocities.
South Africa
3 min
Yeshiva College Embarks on Turnaround Strategy with New Leadership
Yeshiva College appoints Stan Matthews as executive director and Rabbi Daniel Kaplan as rosh hayeshiva to boost enrolment and rejuvenate campus.