Why FirstRand splurged on a Dubai-based fintech company
FirstRand has acquired a 20% stake in Optasia, a Dubai-based fintech company working with MTN, Vodacom and Standard Bank in South Africa, ahead of its upcoming JSE listing.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Tuesday, 28 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 28 October 2025 – Severe storms over central regions, scattered thundershowers in the east, and fire danger in the Northern Cape.
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Death of Dlamini twins sparks protests in Durban
The tragic death of one of the Dlamini twins after a lift shaft fall at a Durban apartment building has sparked widespread protests demanding accountability from the property management company.
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Watch live: Madlanga Commission resumes today – 27 October 2025 [video]
The Madlanga Commission resumes today after Friday’s explosive testimony from Witness C, who implicated senior police officials in a R1.2 billion SAPS tender scandal.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Monday, 27 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 27 October 2025 – Expect thunderstorms in the northeast, fire danger in Limpopo, and fine conditions in the interior and west.
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4.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Addis Ababa
A 4.9-magnitude earthquake shook areas near Addis Ababa on Sunday morning, with light tremors reported across the capital and neighbouring Amhara region.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Sunday, 26 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 26 October 2025 – Hot and partly cloudy inland with showers in coastal provinces and fire danger alerts in several regions.
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Bheki Cele calls Paul O’Sullivan an influential ‘octopus’
Former police minister Bheki Cele described forensic investigator Paul O’ Sullivan as an “octopus” during testimony before Parliament’s ad hoc committee, a remark that prompted a statement from the Helen Suzman Foundation.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Saturday, 25 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 25 October 2025 – Fine and hot with fire danger alerts in parts of the interior, and showers in the south and coastal regions.
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Madlanga Commission: Witness lifts the lid on Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s R1.2bn SAPS tender
Testimony before the Madlanga Commission revealed claims linking businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala to senior police officials and irregular SAPS tender dealings worth R1.2 billion.
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South Africa on the verge of exiting FAFT grey list – Here’s what it means
The FAFT grey list verdict is expected on Friday, with experts saying South Africa has fulfilled all required reforms and could finally be removed from the list after nearly two years under global financial scrutiny.
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‘Witness C’ testifies at Madlanga Commission – Watch live [video]
A third whistleblower, known as Witness C, is testifying at the Madlanga Commission behind closed doors, following shocking claims by Witnesses A and B that senior police officers colluded with underworld figures to obstruct investigations and influence court outcomes.
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Cradock Four inquest live stream for Friday, 24 October 2025 [video]
The Cradock Four inquest resumes today at the Gqeberha High Court, after Thursday’s testimony from retired army Brigadier Christoffel van der Westhuizen, who denied involvement in the 1985 killings and distanced himself from a controversial military signal linked to the deaths.
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Watch live: Bheki Cele returns to face tough questions at ad hoc committee [video]
Bheki Cele returns to Parliament on Friday for a second day of testimony before the ad hoc committee investigating corruption and political interference in the police, following heated exchanges and explosive revelations about the taxi industry and his links to controversial figures.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Friday, 24 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 24 October 2025 – Fine and hot across the country, with fire danger alerts in Free State and Northern Cape due to dry, windy conditions.
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Madlanga Commission resumes today: Here’s what to expect [video]
The Madlanga Commission resumes its hearings in Pretoria today, following explosive testimony from Witness B, who linked the murder of engineer Armand Swart to a manipulated Transnet tender allegedly involving Katiso “KT” Molefe’s nephew, Lucky.
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AmaPanyaza disbanded: Here’s how much it cost the taxpayer
The AmaPanyaza unit is being phased out after less than two years in operation, following controversy over its legality and effectiveness.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Thursday, 23 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 23 October 2025 – Mostly sunny and dry, with fire warnings and discomfort alerts for parts of the Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.
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Will South Africa be removed from the FAFT grey list? – Here’s what we know for sure
Anticipation is building as South Africa awaits the outcome of this week’s FAFT Plenary, which could determine whether the country will finally be removed from the grey list after two years under increased monitoring.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Tuesday, 21 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 21 October 2025 – Cloudy skies, light rain inland and heatwave alerts in parts of the Cape. Fire danger remains high.
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Madlanga Commission resumes today – Here’s what to expect
The Madlanga Commission resumed hearings on Monday with witnesses testifying remotely under protection, as the inquiry continues its investigation into alleged police corruption and interference in cartel cases.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Monday, 20 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 20 October 2025 – Severe thunderstorms expected inland with flooding risk. Coastal regions mostly clear and breezy.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Saturday, 18 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 18 October 2025 – Thunderstorms in interior provinces, coastal wind risk in KZN, and fire danger in parts of Eastern Cape.
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Jacob Zuma pension on the line as DA pushes court to reclaim R28.9 million
The Democratic Alliance has urged the High Court to allow the State to recover R28.9 million from Jacob Zuma, even if it means attaching his pension benefits.
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Senzo Mchunu returns to ad hoc committee after making fiery claims in Parliament
Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is expected to return to Parliament on Friday to continue his testimony before the ad hoc committee investigating corruption and interference in the criminal justice system.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Friday, 17 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 17 October 2025 – Severe storms in North West, fire danger in several areas, partly cloudy conditions expected countrywide.
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Online betting surges as South Africans spend R1.5 trillion in gambling
The National Gambling Board says gambling in South Africa reached R1.5 trillion in the 2024/25 financial year, driven mainly by a surge in online betting.
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President Ramaphosa suspends Imtiaz Fazel: Here’s what happens next
President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended South Africa’s inspector-general of intelligence, Imtiaz Fazel, following a complaint to Parliament that has triggered a formal investigation into his conduct.
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Raila Odinga death in India casts spotlight on Kenya’s healthcare
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died in India at the age of 80.
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What’s the weather in South Africa? – Here’s the forecast for Wednesday, 15 October 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 15 October 2025 – Severe thunderstorms in Limpopo, fire danger in the Eastern Cape, and fine weather in central regions.