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FSCA issues public warning regarding impersonation of 27Four Investment Managers (Pty) Ltd and its Managing Director, Ms Fatima Vawda The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns members of the public to exercise caution when engaging in financial services-related activities with the administrators of a Telegram group operating under the name “LeaderFatima_Vawda.” The administrators of the “LeaderFatima_Vawda” Telegram group falsely claim to be affiliated with authorised financial services provider 27Four Investment Managers (Pty) Ltd (27Four Investment Managers), FSP number 31045, and its Managing Director, Ms Fatima Vawda. According to information received by the FSCA, the administrators of the “LeaderFatima_Vawda” Telegram group…
FSCA issues public warning regarding impersonation of Cuthman Capital (Pty) Ltd and its Chief Operating Officer. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) urges members of the public to exercise caution when dealing with individuals who falsely purport to represent Cuthman Capital (Pty) Ltd (Cuthman Capital) and its Chief Operating Officer. Ms Thandi Wille, the Chief Operating Officer of Cuthman Capital, submitted a complaint to the FSCA after discovering that impersonators were using Telegram accounts to pose as the company’s executives. These individuals are misleading the public by falsely claiming affiliation with Cuthman Capital. The Telegram usernames used by the impersonators…
The announcement of an ambitious plan by Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa to invest R2.23 trillion to build 105 000MW of new generation capacity between now and 2039 is commendable. Commenting on South Africa’s bold plan, Nokwanele Qonde, Founder and Chairperson of WASAA Group, cautioned that the envisaged 11% contribution of gas to the country’s future energy mix by 2039 “seems unrealistic and unfeasible”. Minister Ramokgopa revealed the expected gas contribution to the mix while outlining South Africa’s energy roadmap in a policy blueprint dubbed the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which was approved by Cabinet last month. WASAA is an independent,…
Local software company, Netgen Custom Software, is proud to announce that it turns 25 years old this year. Since first being registered by co-founders Grant Scheffel and Hardy Esterhuizen in October 2000, Netgen has grown into an established organisation with offices in two South African cities and a global footprint. “We recently celebrated this milestone with our teams, taking a day out to reflect, build connections, and share in 25 years of achievements together,” says managing director and co-founder, Grant Scheffel. “It was a powerful reminder that Netgen’s strength lies not only in our technology, but in the people and…
South African technology distributor Axiz has entered into a partnership with MBCOM Technologies, Broadcom’s sole distributor in the region, to distribute the full Broadcom software portfolio, in a move aimed at expanding access to Broadcom’s enterprise solutions and strengthening support for local channel partners. The agreement brings together MBCOM’s structured regional channel programme and Axiz’s established distribution network in South Africa. Partners in the country will now be able to access Broadcom’s software suite, which includes Symantec, Carbon Black, Enterprise Software Solutions (former CA portfolio), Mainframe, and VMware solutions, under a more formalised and supportive framework. “Broadcom’s software portfolio plays a significant…
The highly anticipated Mushroom Farm Shopping Centre officially opened its doors on Thursday, 30 October 2025, redefining the local convenience retail landscape with over 50 curated retail and service offerings. Owned and developed by Century Property Developments, the R600-million centre sits at the corner of Allandale and President Roads, in the heart of the Kyalami–Waterfall node. Its name pays homage to its history as a working mushroom farm neighbouring the original Waterval Farm, now Waterfall Estates. Conceived with input from local residents, the centre has been designed as a social and lifestyle hub anchored by a central community piazza. Japie…
OPPO has announced the launch of the OPPO A6 Pro 5G in South Africa, bringing exceptional battery life, dependable durability and powerful performance to local consumers. The launch builds on OPPO’s commitment to making advanced and reliable technology accessible to all South Africans, from busy professionals and creators to outdoor adventurers who expect a device that keeps up with them. “South Africans lead dynamic lives and their smartphones should do the same,” says Bradley Young, Head of Retail at OPPO South Africa. “With the A6 Pro 5G, we are delivering a device that lasts longer, performs better and inspires confidence…
Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) has announced that its life assurance subsidiary, Rand Mutual Life (RML), concluded a strategic agreement with B3 Insurance Brokers and B3 Funerals Soweto (which are registered Financial Service Providers) to underwrite B3 policies to RML. This landmark deal marks a significant step in strengthening the delivery of funeral assurance services to South African families. Since 1991, B3 Insurance Brokers and B3 Funerals Soweto have served South African families through their funeral parlours and related financial services, operating across five provinces with a network of 23 branches. The arrangement enables B3 to offer tailor-made life insurance solutions…
South Africa’s unemployment crisis remains one of the gravest in the world. The latest labour data shows joblessness at 33.2% overall and an alarming 62.2% among youth (ages 15–24). Yet thousands of digital roles remain unfilled. According to recent ICT sector data, more than 118,000 digital and tech jobs are open nationwide, 40,000 of them entry-level positions. While millions search for work, thousands of digital roles remain vacant. Tech-education leader HyperionDev is highlighting how accessible, outcomes-based training can close that gap, offering affordable, mentored bootcamps in coding, data, and software engineering designed to get learners career-ready within months, not years.…
The decision to remove South Africa from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist provides a timely confidence boost for the country’s residential property sector, and a strong signal that it is open for business. “After almost two years of intense scrutiny and rigorous monitoring, this delisting points to renewed confidence in our country’s financial systems and processes. This decision will have far-reaching positive implications for various sectors, including property,” says Bradd Bendall, BetterBond’s National Head of Sales. “Five repo rate cuts since November 2024 have already helped to reignite market activity, and this delisting is likely to attract fresh…