4 h. ago Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability

Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech startup, has set its sights on profitability in 2025, according to CEO Olugbenga Agboola. Agboola, who made this revelation during a recent interview, also stated that the company is open to acquisition while remaining focused on long-term sustainability. With a valuation of over $3 billion and backing from investors such… Read More »Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability The post Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability first appeared on iAfrica.

Economics

4 h. ago Free State police intercept food intended for illegal miners

Police also arrest six people, three men and three women while they were busy with food packaging.

Events

4 h. ago Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April

April is the ideal time to explore Rwanda, a hidden gem that offers rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural richness—without the crowds that would be present during peak season. Known for its rare mountain gorillas and lush rainforests, Rwanda’s rainy season brings lower costs and better permit availability for trekking adventures. During this period, tourists… Read More »Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April The post Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

16 h. ago US decisions on SA not based on ‘correct facts’: Steenhuisen

Steenhuisen was among the economic cluster ministers who were answering oral questions in the NA.

Politics

18 h. ago “Accused number two Steveno Van Rhyn gave confession willingly”

Colonel Edward Clark was tasked with taking the confession from Van Rhyn.

Politics

19 h. ago Officer in insurance murder case wants bail denied to accused

Mabunda says Florah Shokane has been interfering with witnesses since her arrest

Events

22 h. ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

23 h. ago Tariffs will harm US even without European response: Germany’s Scholz

 German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Trump's tariffs are an attack on the trade system.

Politics

28 h. ago Godongwana questions GNU member’s decision to vote against budget

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he's concerned about GNU partners that are against the budget

Politics

40 h. ago Five suspected CIT robbers killed in shootout with police in Durban

The shootout comes after a gang robbed a cash van during peak hour traffic.

Events

45 h. ago Three arrested in connection with dagga cultivation in Atlantis

The suspects had a substantial amount of dried out dagga concealed in different packaging

Events

46 h. ago SAPS hint on potential witness in Joslin Smith kidnapping case

Ayanda Letone's name keeps coming up in the kidnapping and human trafficking trial of Joshlin Smith

Events

51 h. ago EFF request withdrawal of budget report ahead of parliamentary debate

The Standing Committee on Finance adopted its report on the budget, tabled to the NA last month.

Politics

55 h. ago Dirco delegation met with US officials to clear misconceptions

The discussions included the misconceptions about the violations of human rights for minority groups

Politics

63 h. ago Minister Macpherson plans to tackle mafia and infrastructure issues

Macpherson was speaking on the sidelines of the Inaugural Public Works Infrastructure Summit.

Politics

66 h. ago State witness denies assault of witnesses in Joshlin kidnapping case

Hanana was corroborating evidence given earlier by Investigating Officer, Captain Wesley Lombard.

Events

67 h. ago South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced substantial reductions in fuel prices effective from midnight tonight. Petrol 93 (ULP & LRP) will drop by 58 cents per litre, while petrol 95 (ULP & LRP) will decrease by 72 cents per litre. Diesel users will also benefit, with diesel (0.05% sulphur) dropping by 83.80… Read More »South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight The post South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

67 h. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

3 d. ago Advent of climate change in SA is no more an imaginary theory: Gina

The Science and Technology Deputy Minister says SA is experiencing the advent of climate change.

Politics

3 d. ago “Those who want foreign policy changes must follow proper channels”

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola says the GNU agreement is clear on this issue.

Events