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Khoi Tech, a black-owned South African technology company, announced its recent acceptance as a member of the Manufacturing Group within the esteemed BRICS Business Council. This strategic alliance reflects Khoi Tech’s shared vision with the Council, emphasising its commitment to fostering economic development and innovation within the BRICS nations. The BRICS Business Council’s Manufacturing group serves as a dynamic platform for collaboration and cooperation among leading businesses in Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Khoi Tech’s inclusion in this esteemed group reflects its commitment to driving economic growth and technological advancement within the South African context. As a dynamic player in the…
The International Court of Justice will deliver its order on the request for the indication of provisional measures submitted by South Africa in the case South Africa v. Israel this Friday, (26 January 2024). International Relations Minister Dr. Naledi Pandor is travelling to the Hague to represent South Africa. RELATED: SA Approaches International Court Of Justice Under ‘Genocide Convention’ Over Acts Committed By Israel In Gaza – The Bulrushes
The Lexus coupe is now available as the Lexus LC 500h hybrid and benefits from a series of improvements and innovations since the previous model year sold. The result is an evolution in the model’s luxury motoring qualities, from its ride, handling and responsiveness to its comfort and multimedia functionality. At the heart of the LC 500h is its advanced hybrid powertrain, delivering an impressive blend of power and efficiency. The combination of a 3.5-liter V6 engine and an electric motor results in a thrilling driving experience with reduced environmental impact. The LC 500h features a multi-stage hybrid system that…
The foot has certainly not come off the gas in the used car market. In 2023 the number of used cars sold rose by 4.6% year-on-year. Overall, 367,075 used cars with an average selling price of R399,163 were sold, according to AutoTrader data. Sales of an additional 17,000-odd units in 2023 and increased average selling price helped drive up the total value of used cars sold by 7.7% year-on-year. Amounting to a whopping R146.5 billion, 2023’s figure outperformed the previous year’s by some R10.5 billion. The Toyota brand continued to fuel car shoppers’ passions. Like it did in 2022, the Japanese brand…
inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform operating across 46 countries globally including 9 countries in Africa has been named was the world’s second most downloaded ride-hailing app in 2023, retaining this accolade for a second consecutive year, according to data.ai. The company stated that South Africa is one of the fastest growing markets in Africa. Total downloads of the inDrive app amounted to 66.6 million in 2023, based on Google Play and App Store (China is iOS only) data.ai said. inDrive also achieved a notable milestone, ranking as the fourth most downloaded application worldwide in the Travel category.…
Most of us are used to waiting 30 minutes or more when we order something on a delivery app, but one Uber Eats user had to wait just 69 seconds for their order in 2023. The order, for a Fanta Orange, was delivered from a restaurant just 16 metres from the customer’s house. That’s just one of the insights to emerge from Uber Eats’ 2023 Annual Cravings Report released by Uber Eats. The report provides a snapshot of the most popular, the most unusual, and some of the most unique orders on the platform. The data has revealed some seriously…
MTN South Africa on Monday announced that it has accepted the resignation of independent non-executive director Thabi Leoka, effective immediately. Leoka has been embroiled in a scandal over her claim to have a PhD in economics that many media houses have failed to prove exists. The University of London, where she claimed to have received the PhD, denied giving her such a qualification in economics or even having such a programme. Leoka has blamed a mix-up in her names, which she said she changed, as the reason for the difficulty in confirming her PhD. MTN said Leoka joined the board…
Economist and entrepreneur Thabi Leoka, whose alleged fabrication of a doctorate from the London School of Economics (LSE) has stirred controversy, reportedly cost her the opportunity to be considered as a successor to Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Kuben Naidoo, according to the Sunday Times. Leoka, initially listed among potential candidates following Naidoo’s resignation, was removed early in the selection process last year after revelations surfaced about her dishonesty on her CV. This discovery occurred before Business Day exposed the questionable doctorate, dealing a significant blow to her aspirations. Business Day disclosed that Leoka became embroiled in a scandal surrounding the…
American rapper Meek Mill appears to be caught in a situation that echoes the themes found in one of his own songs, unfolding as his day unravels into an unexpected downturn. The backdrop to this sudden twist in his narrative centres around an innocuous inquiry he made on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. This widely recognised rapper, hailing from the vibrant city of Philadelphia, chose a Saturday morning to connect with his followers. His question sought to explore the extent of his global influence, with a specific focus on the African continent. In what initially seemed like a…
Eskom today announced that Mr Dan Marokane will assume office as the Group Chief Executive on 01 March 2024. When making the announcement of Mr Marokane’s appointment on 08 December 2023, Eskom indicated that he would join the organisation no later than 31 March 2024. “On behalf of the Eskom Board, I officially welcome Dan to the organisation. Eskom employees were excited to hear that Dan will rejoin the company. They remember his hands-on leadership style that is needed right now,” said Eskom Board Chairman, Mteto Nyati. “The Board wishes him well as he steers Eskom in the right direction…