MTN appoints acting group chief financial officer
Sugentharan Perumal has been appointed as acting MTN Group chief financial officer (CFO) following the appointment of the previous CFO, Ralph Mupita, as the new MTN Group CEO.
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5 important things happening in South Africa today
CEO bloodbath in South Africa as high-profile executives resign; more retrenchments on the cards at big SA companies; scientists cast doubt on China and Russia’s Covid vaccines; and Ramaphosa, backed by the ANC, slam attempts by Zuma and friends to undermine the presidency.
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Eskom stage 2 load shedding on Tuesday
Eskom says that its systems are severely constrained, forcing the company to implement stage 2 load shedding on Tuesday (1 September), from 12h00 to 22h00.
Ramaphosa in a show of force: ‘This will be a turning point in the fight against corruption’
South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa appeared to flex his muscles in a briefing on Monday (31 August), outlining the the outcomes of the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held over the weekend.
Unions plan national day of mass action on Thursday
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union and others will march to Union Buildings and other government offices on Thursday (3 September) as part of its ‘commitment’ to defend and protect its members and workers against Covid-19.
Uber launches package delivery service in South Africa
Uber has announced the launch of its new Uber Connect service in South Africa, allowing customers to send packages to one another through the app.
New unemployment database launches in South Africa – how it works
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has launched a ‘district-model’ unemployment database aimed at youth, professionals and artisans throughout the country.
Avo – Breaking down barriers between small business and consumers in one super app
The Small Medium Enterprise and entrepreneur took the spotlight in the business world from 2010 in South Africa, against the mind-set that the only way for individuals to truly “make it” was to build a business of their own.
Rand slips as Ramaphosa’s weekend battle with the ANC pulls focus
South Africa’s rand weakened after President Cyril Ramaphosa had to stave off a leadership challenge from party rivals opposed to his efforts to curb corruption and implement economic reforms.