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Eskom has spent billions burning diesel to keep the lights on

Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan said Eskom has spent billions on diesel between the 2019/20 financial year and the 2023/24 period.

2024-04-25T07:56:59Z

Elon Musk’s net worth jumps $9.8 billion in 24 hours. Here’s why

The Forbes Real Time Billionaires list shows that South Africa-born Elon Musk saw his net worth jump $9.8 billion over the last 24 hours.

2024-04-25T09:11:44Z

Sheriff of the court raids diamond tycoon Louis Liebenberg’s home and office

Diamond Tycoon Louis Liebenberg’s house has been raided by the sheriff of the court in Cape Town.

2024-04-25T11:58:12Z

Back in profit: mixed results from Barclays beat expectations

The UK lender swings back to profit after reporting losses in the final three months of last year amid its efforts to restructure the bank's operations. View on euronews

2024-04-25T10:38:27Z

SA companies innovate benefits to combat rising costs

As South Africa prepares for Workers' Day, the nation faces stark economic realities.

2024-04-25T13:37:29Z

Quartararo: Yamaha MotoGP satellite team “must be an extension of the factory”

Fabio Quartararo says it is “really important” for Yamaha to secure a satellite MotoGP squad for 2025 but believes it “must be an extension of the factory team”.

2024-04-25T11:30:22Z

Pret a Manger brings back co-founder to get a handle on chain's debt

Sinclair Beecham has returned to the coffee chain as new chairman Konrad Meyer vowed to get a handle on its finances as he announced they were 'implementing plans' to reduce debt.

2024-04-25T10:38:57Z

2024-04-25T11:42:34Z

Maltento’s sustainable Black Soldier Fly factory opens a world-class laboratory

Not only are the flies bred for protein in pet and fish food, but the poop from the larvae is also used to enrich soil as part of a global push for sustainable development and protection of the environment.

2024-04-25T12:13:16Z

French lender BNP Paribas beats profit estimates as expenses decline

French lender BNP Paribas beats profit estimates for the first quarter (Q1) as expenses fell. View on euronews

2024-04-25T13:08:53Z

Double joy for a Cape Town household as husband and wife graduate together from CPUT for the second time

And what makes their story more incredible, is that the occasion marks the second time the couple graduated together during the same ceremony.

2024-04-25T13:01:15Z

No need to stash the cash! SARB’s CODI is here to protect local consumers in case of bank failure

CODI, which is the newest SARB subsidiary, is designed to safeguard the most vulnerable depositors in our society. It provides cover of up to R100 000 to each qualifying depositor per bank in the unlikely event of a bank’s collapse

2024-04-25T14:32:24Z

Miller & Carter divides opinion by asking traveller customer for ID

A TikTok clip shared to the account @gypsytravellerleague showed a manager at the Epping branch telling traveller customers they needed to present ID to order food.

2024-04-25T08:15:22Z

Rand firms against subdued dollar as market awaits US growth data

Emerging market currencies are trading cautiously, with the rand remaining range-bound.

2024-04-25T11:52:08Z

This Wild EV-Enduro Was Built By Some of the Biggest Names in the Game

It’s based on the Fantic XEF, and swaps out the gas engine for an electric motor.

2024-04-25T13:59:53Z

DTM 2024 entry list: Who is driving in the DTM this year?

The 2024 DTM season kicks off this weekend at Oschersleben. Here's the full list of drivers, teams and manufacturers competing in the ADAC-run series this year.

2024-04-25T13:04:18Z

Deutsche Bank sees 11-year high quarterly profit, boosted by investment wing

Germany’s largest lender announces €1.45 billion net income for the first three months of the year. View on euronews

2024-04-25T13:08:52Z

Development levy driving business from Durban

Durban Chamber of Commerce, property association sound warning over policy.

2024-04-25T07:51:33Z

European electric car makers fight to catch up in China

Volkswagen and other European giants risk falling behind in an industry where manufacturing and sales dynamics are changing with incredible speed. View on euronews

2024-04-25T10:08:23Z

AI start-up unveils avatars that convincingly show human emotions

Synthesia’s so-called expressive avatars can go from happy to frustrated. View on euronews

2024-04-25T10:38:27Z

PrettyLittleThing co-founders announce a new business

Unlike fast fashion, the Kamani brothers, from Manchester, have targeted the upper echelons of society with their latest venture.

2024-04-25T11:15:55Z

Couple who live on a yacht admit it's not all plain sailing

Having grown tired of their 9-5s, Laura, 43, and Ross Colledge, 39, from Cornwall, decided to sell their house and splashed out on a £100,000 yacht.

2024-04-25T12:46:10Z

Sky Sports pundit names Justin Holbrook as ‘exceptional candidate’ for Hull FC role

He's been linked with a return before.

2024-04-25T09:30:23Z

Luxury group Hermes sees sales surge: Here’s why

French luxury group Hermes posted a sharp rise in first-quarter sales, driven by a strong performance in its leather goods.

2024-04-25T11:49:26Z

TikTok may be banned in the US. Here’s what happened when India did it

TikTok may be banned in the US. Here’s what happened when India did it - The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his signature

2024-04-25T10:39:58Z

Sars’ AI-Enhanced Audit Capabilities Wreaking Havoc on Taxpayers

In the last 2 months, we have practically seen a significant spike in Sars Audits.

2024-04-25T10:36:54Z

BHP makes offer to acquire Anglo American in mega transaction

Anglo American confirmed on Thursday that it had received an unsolicited, non-binding and highly conditional combination proposal from BHP Group Limited.

2024-04-25T07:51:27Z

How 'influencer gifting' is 'key' to Meghan's lifestyle brand PR drive

EXCLUSIVE: The Duchess strategically sent out jars the strawberry preserve, made from fruit grown in the Californian enclave of Montecito, to a specially-selected group of friends and celebrities.

2024-04-25T10:09:01Z

Waitrose pistachios become victim of supermarket 'stealth tactics'

Eagled-eyed consumers have noticed that the company was originally selling a 350g version of the product for £4.50 just before Christmas - marking a 40 per cent increase in price.

2024-04-25T12:09:12Z

SA Reserve Bank seizes luxury home and R42 million in cash from Marcus Jooste's lover Berdine Odendaal

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has seized close to R60 million in assets and cash from Markus Jooste’s girlfriend and lover, Berdine Odendaal.

2024-04-25T10:30:52Z

How to protect your trusty two-wheeler against the risks of the road (or trail) with bicycle insurance

Bicycle insurance bridges this risk gap while providing you with a safety net.

2024-04-25T08:36:37Z

Labour's bid to renationalise railways: What does Starmer plan to do?

Sir Keir Starmer 's party are pledging to transfer train operators to public ownership within the first five years of a Labour government.

2024-04-25T14:39:25Z

The 2025 Polestar 4 Goes On Sale In The U.S. Starting At $56,300

Yes, it’s the one without a rear window. Oh, and the top trim with all the bells and whistles goes for $74,300. Tempted?

2024-04-25T13:58:32Z

Tesla Battery Energy Storage Deployment Hit 4 GWh In Q1 2024

At the same time, solar deployment decreased so much that the company stopped reporting it.

2024-04-25T13:28:17Z

Mining giant BHP in £31 billion bid to takeover rival Anglo American

The world’s biggest mining group hopes to take over its troubled rival in a bid to boost copper production. View on euronews

2024-04-25T14:24:04Z

Megan Thee Stallion brands sexual harassment allegations against her a ‘salacious’ cash-grab

The personal videographer is now said to be fighting ‘mounting anxiety, depression and physical distress’ stemming from the ‘toxic work environment’ with the singer.

2024-04-25T09:00:39Z

AstraZeneca reports bumper revenue in Q1 2024 on strong drug demand

AstraZeneca continued to see strong earnings boosted primarily by its oncology branch, as well as its respiratory and immunology segment. View on euronews

2024-04-25T12:53:54Z

NPA making strides

WHILE National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi said although she thought that in regard to state capture cases her office would have been “further down the line”, she was proud of what the NPA had achieved over the past few years since the new leadership had taken over. In the past five years almost 700 government officials had been convicted of corruption, and while some of the more complex cases, such as the Steinhoff matter and...

2024-04-25T07:13:52Z

Helping hand for Winterveldt pupils

TSHWANE Speaker of Council Mncedi Ndzwanana yesterday handed over 31 computers and chairs at Winterveldt High School. The speaker was partnered by Tshwane North College, Telkom Foundation, Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, the School Governing Body and Eskom. The partnership saw the handing over of 31 computers and 34 chairs to learners at the school. This partnership is in line with the speaker’s vision to see many...

2024-04-25T09:44:18Z

BHP launches $38.8 billion takeover bid for rival Anglo American

Australian mining giant BHP has submitted a eye-watering $38.8 billion takeover bid for British rival Anglo American.

2024-04-25T11:19:26Z

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star took potential pay cut to move overseas?

The grass, and money, aren't always greener on the other side.

2024-04-25T11:34:28Z

Political parties slam Eskom for burning R65 billion on diesel

Political parties have questioned Eskom spending billions on diesel.

2024-04-25T12:57:50Z

Missing tech billionaires' daughter was last seen at ferry port town

Mint Butterfield, 16, vanished from her mother's home in affluent Bolinas, on April 21. Her mom, Flickr founder Caterina Fake, reported her missing the following day.

2024-04-25T12:09:24Z

Visiting Venice for the day? That will cost you R100

Venice launched a new scheme to charge day-trippers for entering the historic Italian city. Thoughts on the plan?

2024-04-25T11:49:27Z

Independent candidate Anele Mda says first step is to elect credible leaders

IF SOUTH Africa has any hope of emerging from its current state affairs, its first point of order needs to be to elect people without any criminal convictions to their name, under no pending investigation relating to any corruption, bribery, tax evasion or money laundering. Once elected, candidates must be subjected to public assessment and 12 months’ scrutiny of their time in office to ensure that elected office-bearers are accountable and to...

2024-04-25T14:20:45Z

Dermatologists weigh in on the new 'all-body deodorant' trend

If you think just regular underarm deodorant is enough, you might be mistaken, as there's a new trend in town - all-body deodorant. But is it really necessary?

2024-04-25T13:31:16Z

2024-04-25T10:57:26Z

Sainsbury's shoppers are left without online deliveries

Sainsbury's shoppers have been left without online deliveries after the store was hit with technical issues.

2024-04-25T09:08:39Z

Network connects with Brian Mpono

Brian Mpono, 40, CEO of the Oceans uMhlanga mixed-use development, is often described as an ambassador for tourism, and foreign and local investment, into Durban and KwaZulu-Natal.

2024-04-25T10:06:54Z

Defeat then, no chance now: Mbalula doubts opposition’s odds

Fikile Mbalula dismisses that any opposition party could successfully unseat the ANC from government, saying they are big dreamers.

2024-04-25T13:04:54Z