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 Life Healthcare has completed the sale of its Life Molecular Imaging (LMI) business to US-based Lantheus Holdings. All required conditions for the deal have been met. This follows last year’s sale of Alliance Medical Group, marking another step in Life Healthcare’s plan to focus on healthcare services in Southern Africa. The company will still manufacture and distribute LMI products in Africa. Shareholders could earn more money in the future based on LMI’s performance until 2034. CEO Peter Wharton-Hood said, “We are pleased to unlock further value for our shareholders while refocusing our portfolio to grow returns, market share and revenue in…

Takealot and Pick n Pay are rolling out more convenient Pickup Points in Pick n Pay supermarkets as a growing number of South Africans collect their Takealot orders while doing their grocery shopping. What began with just two pilot locations in 2023 has expanded to 30 Takealot Pickup Points in Pick n Pays across the country. Plans are already underway to increase this number to 36 by the end of 2025, covering the length and breadth of South Africa’s cities and towns. Shoppers from Greenstone Mall to Gonubie are embracing the simplicity of collecting their online orders while running their errands. Between…

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Sunday, 13 July 2025, address the nation on developments arising from a public statement by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, that details allegations against senior political and South African Police Service leadership. President Ramaphosa was attending the BRICS Summit in Brazil on Sunday, 6 July 2025, when General Mkhwanazi outlined numerous allegations at a media briefing. The President undertook to attend to this development on his return from Brazil, in view of the implications for national security. President Ramaphosa has been seized with this matter in recent days and will, following various consultations, take the…

As the country commemorates Mandela Month, the 37th edition of the Kasi Pitching Challenge is breathing new life into Madiba’s vision of a fair and just society through real investments towards township entrepreneurs. Launched in 2022 in Daveyton, the Kasi Pitching Challenge has already empowered over 40 township business winners, injecting more than R2.5 million in direct funding and support into the township economy. With over 2,030 entries, 216 township business finalists, and 36 workshops hosted across South Africa, the mission is clear: to restore economic dignity through grassroots entrepreneurship and to unlock opportunity where it is needed the most.…

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) has announced the appointment of Grant Locke as its new Managing Director (MD), effective 1 July 2025. Locke brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as Global Head of Financial Services at Volvo Cars, where he led a 60-person team and was instrumental in shaping the brand’s worldwide financial services strategy. Prior to this, he served as Head of Commercial for Volvo’s Mobility and Financial Services division, further solidifying his expertise in the automotive and financial sectors. His leadership is expected to drive VCSA’s strategic growth and reinforce its commitment to innovation and customer-centric mobility solutions in the South…

McDonald’s South Africa is spicing things up with the triumphant return of the Big Tasty, now available nationwide for a limited time. More than just a burger comeback, this is a full-blown cultural event. The Big Tasty makes a bold statement with its rich, smoky sauce and irresistible flavor, back by popular demand. And this time, it’s paired with an exclusive collaboration with South Africa’s iconic streetwear brand, GALXBOY, making it a must-try for food and fashion fans alike. “This year, we wanted to give our fans more than just the burger they love,” says Krean Maistry, Marketing Director at…

Huawei eKit officially launched a full suite of more than 20 new products tailored to empower South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools they need to scale, innovate, and compete in a rapidly evolving digital economy. Announced during the Huawei eKit Forum at Huawei South Africa Connect 2025, the expanded portfolio includes next-generation Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 networking products, high-performance storage devices, MiniFTTO optical access solutions, and intelligent collaboration tools such as the flagship IdeaHub S3. These launches reinforce Huawei’s commitment to building accessible, intelligent infrastructure that supports real-world business growth. Held under the theme “Empowering…

As South Africa looks to modernise its public services and close digital gaps in health, education, governance, and safety, Huawei used the platform of the 2025 Public Service Forum – held during Huawei South Africa Connect in Johannesburg – to highlight how intelligent technologies are reshaping service delivery and improving lives. Held under the theme “Accelerating Public Service Intelligence”, the forum brought together government officials, public sector representatives, and technology experts to explore how digital platforms, AI, and data-driven tools can solve entrenched service challenges and build more inclusive, responsive institutions. “South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its…

Parks Tau, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, has welcomed the agreement reached between the merging parties and the Competition Commission in the Vodacom-Maziv merger deal. The Competition Commission announced on Tuesday that it has reached an agreement with Vodacom and Maziv – owner of Dark Fibre Africa (DFA) – that could allow the deal to proceed. This comes despite earlier rulings by both the Commission and the Competition Tribunal blocking the merger over competition concerns. “The substantial public interest commitments made by the merging parties will significantly improve access to affordable internet for underserved communities, thus enabling easier…

Huawei held the Huawei South Africa Connect 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Themed Accelerate Industrial Digital Intelligence for South Africa, this event attracted over 2,900 participants, including South African government representatives, industry customers, and partners organizations. At the event, Huawei Cloud experts presented the company’s AI strategy and product innovations to South African industry customers, while also sharing globally leading AI practices across various sectors. Building an AI-Native Cloud to Accelerate South Africa’s Intelligent Transformation Cloud and AI are a key driving force for industry innovation and economic growth. Joy Huang, Vice President of Huawei Cloud, delivered a keynote speech…