November 11
Namibia: Koryx Raises N$93m More for Namibian Copper Mine
Namibian
Canadian company Koryx Copper continues to raise additional funds for the development of the Haib copper project in southern Namibia. Read more »
Zimbabwe: ICT Minister Pushes Back Claims of WhatsApp Group Fines, Clarifies PII Regulation
New Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE'S Information Communications Technology Minister, Tatenda Mavetera, has described as 'false' reports claiming government is gravitating towards penalising WhatsApp group… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Planned Cyber City Brings Pain to Citizens Facing Displacements, Job Losses
New Zimbabwe
THOUSANDS of residents of Turner Farm in Mt Hampden are facing displacement to pave way for the development of the new multi-million-dollar Zim Cyber City project, 26 kilometers… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 2025 Budget Will Be Responsive to People's Needs - Mthuli
The Herald
THE 2025 National Budget will take into consideration the needs of vulnerable groups in society, including children and people with disability, Finance, Economic Development and… Read more »
South Africa: Cybercrime - How to Guard Against Digital Dangers
Daily Maverick
In a recent Daily Maverick live journalism webinar, Business Maverick editor Neesa Moodley spoke with Phokeng Mogase, the chief information officer at the Financial Sector Conduct… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Cotton Companies Pay Farmers Top-Ups
The Herald
Cotton companies are offering farmers top-up payments for higher-grade cotton delivered last season as input distribution ramps up. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Investors Speed Up Irrigation Growth, Water Supplies [editorial]
The Herald
IT is becoming increasingly obvious that Zimbabwe needs to capture and use or store almost every drop of rain that falls on the country in this era of climate change to combat the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: VTCS Now Vibrant Innovation, Production Hubs
The Herald
Tadious Manyepo in MUTARE Read more »
Namibia: Is Your Boss a Bully?
Namibian
Is your boss making your work life miserable? Or are you surrounded by a team of seasoned bullies? Read more »
South Africa: 11 Vehicle Testing Station Officials and Car Owners Arrested for Alleged Fraud [press release]
SAPS
- Polokwane based Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation in collaboration with National Traffic Anti-corruption Unit arrested 11 suspects between the ages of 27 and 57 for… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Moza-SA Border Post Closure Costs SA Dearly
The Herald
The closure of the Lebombo border post between South Africa and Mozambique, and the resultant disruption to cargo moving through the Maputo Port, is costing the South African… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Inside PNP's Plan to Double Subsidiary in 5 Years
The Herald
Pick n Pay's Boxer subsidiary, which will list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) before the end of 2024, has an ambitious plan to double its turnover within five years. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Respect Developing Nations' Views - President
The Herald
Views of developing countries must be prioritised and respected at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), Southern African Development Community (SADC) chairman,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Delta Revenue Surges 11pc in Half Year Period
The Herald
Delta Corporation recorded an 11 percent increase in revenue in the half year to September 2024 to S$389,1 million, largely driven by sparking beverages and lager beers, which grew… Read more »
November 10
South Africa: Jobs of the Future - South Africa Has Major Gaps in Skills Needed to Shape the Green Economy [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Globally, there's a shortage of people with the expertise and skills needed to drive the transition towards a green economy - known as green talent. The pool of green talent needs… Read more »
South Africa: Lebombo Border Open for Cargo
SAnews.gov.za
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has announced that cargo operations at the Lebombo Border Post have resumed following a closure of the port last week. Read more »
November 08
South Africa: Johannesburg Faces Power Cuts Over Eskom Debt - South African News Briefs - November 8, 2024
allAfrica
Joburg Faces Power Cuts Over Eskom Debt Read more »
Zimbabwe: Harare City Council Demolishes 'Illegal' Houses in Belvedere - Says Operation to Extend to Other Areas
New Zimbabwe
Harare City Council on Thursday demolished close to 20 houses in Ridgeview, Belvedere, Harare citing the land had been illegally acquired from barons. Read more »
South Africa: Sassa Gold Cards Will Remain Valid, Says Postbank, As Deadline Looms
GroundUp
Replacement with the new Postbank Black Card has begun in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, the Northern Cape and North West Read more »
Zimbabwe: Why Zanu-PF's Local Currency, Anti-Corruption Resolutions Matter
The Herald
Zimbabwe stands at a critical juncture in its economic history and the resolutions from the recent ZANU PF 21st Annual National People's Conference reflect a proactive approach… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Parliament Pushes for Construction of Emmerson Mnangagwa Stadium - Says NSS Is Too Old
New Zimbabwe
THE Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Recreation has recommended the construction of a new stadium in Mt Hampden to address the ongoing stadia crisis. Read more »
November 07
Zimbabwe: WhatsApp Group Admins to Obtain Potraz License or Risk Penalties - ICT Minister
New Zimbabwe
Administrators of WhatsApp groups operating within Zimbabwe's borders are now compelled to register and secure a license from the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority… Read more »
Africa: Smart Gamble or Foolish Risk? the Case for and Against Nuclear in Africa [analysis]
African Arguments
Nuclear energy is low carbon, high intensity and consistent, but also expensive, hazardous, and perhaps simply unnecessary. Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'Zimbabwe Ready to Work With Trump'
The Herald
ZIMBABWE stands ready to work with the United States of America and its people to build a better, more prosperous and more peaceful world, President Mnangagwa has said. Read more »
South Africa: Pensioner Loses Everything On Banxso
GroundUp
The investment platform under scrutiny since April has had its license suspended Read more »
