# Soccer: Veteran South African coach Pitso Mosimane has called for greater planning and investment in development to secure the future of the game. He says success at major tournaments such as the World Cup is built through long-term planning, quality coaching and structured development pathways. Mosimane stresses South Africa must invest in young talent, […]
# The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa has increased its 2026 lemon export forecast from 45.8-million to 49.4-million15-kilogram cartons. The revision follows favourable growing conditions, increased rainfall and cold fronts that accelerated fruit colour development and improved fruit size. Major increases are expected from Letsitele in Limpopo and the Sundays River Valley in the […]
# Transnet has issued a formal request for proposals to two shortlisted bidders for the creation of LeaseCo, a public-private rolling stock leasing company. The entity will acquire, manage and lease locomotives and wagons to domestic and regional rail operators. Transnet says the private partner will provide capital, technical expertise and operational support. Around 500 […]
# The Madlanga Commission has heard evidence suggesting close coordination between Medicare24 CEO Mike van Wyk and suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi. Evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson presented messages allegedly showing Van Wyk advising on municipal agreements and discussing plans for a specialised unit extending beyond medical emergencies to crime response and drug-bust […]
# The number of displaced Malawian nationals in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal is rising following the killing of a 29-year-old Malawian man at the Jika Joe Informal Settlement on Friday. The incident has reportedly forced hundreds of foreign nationals to flee their homes and seek refuge in churches and mosques. Authorities have increased police deployments in the […]
# The Madlanga Commission has received WhatsApp conversations between Medicare24 CEO Mike van Wyk and controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala as documentary evidence. Evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson highlighted messages in which Matlala claimed that “my person is going to be a national commissioner” following reports about senior police officials facing scrutiny. In his statement, he […]
# Soccer: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has highlighted growing divisions among governments over prediction markets and online wagering. Billions of dollars are expected to be wagered during the tournament, prompting regulators in several countries to tighten restrictions on these platforms. Nations including Spain, India, Indonesia and Brazil have moved to limit access, citing concerns […]
# The Madlanga commission has accepted a medical affidavit from Medicare24 CEO Mike van Wyk, resulting in the postponement of his testimony. His legal representative, Sandy du Plessis, says he suffered panic attacks. Van Wyk faces allegations of improper involvement in law enforcement matters, and controversial tender-related agreements with businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and suspended […]
# Capitec has announced the retirement of founding non-executive director Chris Otto, effective July 31, 2026. Otto has served on the bank’s board since its inception and will also step down from the Risk and Capital Management Committee. Capitec thanked him for his leadership and contribution to the group’s growth. Otto co-founded PSG Group and […]
