Kenya has announced its ambitious plans to construct a nuclear power plant as part of its efforts to enhance its energy infrastructure. The construction is scheduled to commence in 2027.
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The Competition Tribunal of South Africa has raised concerns regarding a proposed antitrust settlement between the Competition Commission and consumer goods giant Unilever.
The Kenyan Treasury has announced its intention to remove taxation on pension withdrawals made by individuals below the age of 65, providing relief for those considering early retirement. However, this proposal poses challenges for pension administrators.
In response to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks and concerns about food security, the South African government is contemplating a temporary rebate on import duties for chicken meat.
Africa is home to a thriving telecoms industry typified by a small group of very large, dominant telcos – such as MTN and Safaricom – and a highly competitive group of emerging telcos. These telcos play a vital role in the continent’s economic and social development, providing essential connectivity to hundreds of millions of people that lack access to fixed broadband and fibre connectivity. The emerging telco opportunity Challenge #1 – Inventory Management Challenge #2 – Point-of-Sale Challenge #3 – SIM Recycling Challenge #4 – Dealer Management Technology presents exciting opportunities for African telcos to scale into new capabilities, deliver…
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has once again taken a decisive step by firing central bank governor Johnny Ohisa Damian, along with several other senior finance officials. This marks the second time in just over a year that Kiir has removed a central bank chief.
Mary Vilakazi has been appointed as the CEO of FirstRand, becoming the first woman to lead the financial services group in its 185-year history. This groundbreaking appointment marks a significant milestone for gender equality in the banking industry. Mary Vilakazi’s historic appointment as the first female CEO of FirstRand represents a significant step forward in promoting gender diversity and inclusivity in the financial services industry. Her proven leadership abilities and the strong foundation established by her predecessors position her well to lead FirstRand into a successful future.
The 2030 World Cup will break new ground by being hosted across multiple continents, with Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay selected as the host nations.
Anglo American Plc, one of the world’s largest mining companies, has initiated job cuts in its corporate and head office positions globally, citing a slowdown in the world economy and reduced demand for commodities.
Dunlop, under the backing of its parent company SRI, will invest R1.7 billion in expanding its Ladysmith manufacturing plant in KZN. The investment by Dunlop in expanding tyre production capacity signifies a significant step toward enhancing the automotive industry and creating a positive economic impact in KZN.