car licence renewal costs in south africa for 2025 full breakdown

Car Licence Renewal Costs in South Africa for 2025 – Full Breakdown

In 2025, renewing your motor vehicle license in South Africa carries more importance and potential cost than it has in the past. The prices of license renewal differ greatly across provinces like Gauteng, the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal show significant differences. According to BusinessTech, Gauteng and the Western Cape had increases of between 6–7% and […]

how to make money online as a student in nigeria 10 proven ways that work in 2025

How to Make Money Online as a Student in Nigeria: 10 Proven Ways That Work in 2025

In 2025, a growing number of Nigerian students are taking advantage of various methods of the internet to earn money while also pursuing their studies. There are many legitimate ways to make money online if you have the right abilities and tools. It doesn’t matter whether it’s freelancing, affiliate marketing, etc. In this guide, we […]

who is beth arendse new ceo of business and arts south africa from july 2025

Who Is Beth Arendse? New CEO of Business and Arts South Africa from July 2025

Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) has revealed that Beth Arendse has been appointed as BASA’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1 July 2025. As an experienced, innovative leader with over 25 years of accomplishments in South Africa’s creative and cultural sector, Arendse brings visionary, experiential industry knowledge coupled with a commitment to inclusive […]

sars pursues r2 7 billion from leading petrol station magnate in south africa

SARS Pursues R2.7 Billion From Leading Petrol Station Magnate in South Africa

Astron Energy, one of the leading fuel companies in South Africa is embroiled in legal proceedings with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) that relates to a tax assessment of R2.7 billion. The dispute relates to a customs and excise audit that SARS completed between May 2015 and March 2017 before Astron was acquired by […]

step by step guide to blocking your uba account and debit card

Step by Step Guide to Blocking Your UBA Account and Debit Card 

In this digital age, safeguarding your money is extremely important. If you lose your UBA ATM card or have a suspicion that your account might be compromised, you need to take swift action to prevent any possible fraud. There will be a few steps on how to block your UBA account and even your debit […]

Israel Iran tensions Rand fall

South African Rand and Bonds Tumble After Israel Strikes Iran

During early Friday trading on the 13th of June, the South African rand fell 1.6% to 18.04 per USD, as global risk aversion rose amid Israeli military action concerning Iran.  As investors shifted their focus to safe-haven assets, the rand’s well-documented rally—based on the resolution of a budget dispute and elevated commodity prices—came to a […]

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Nigeria Completes $3.4bn IMF Loan – Complete Breakdown Here

Nigeria has paid off the full principal of its $3.4 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with the last payment made on April 30, 2025. This loan, given in April 2020 as part of IMF’s Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI), was meant to help mitigate the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the […]

EFF Plans March to Challenge Kleinfontein's Exclusionary Policies

EFF Plans March to Challenge Kleinfontein’s Exclusionary Policies

This Friday the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) will lead a march against Kleinfontein located in eastern Pretoria which remains a controversial settlement. The demonstration intends to confront the segregationist activities that critics accuse Kleinfontein of practicing since the end of apartheid in South Africa. The Pretoria area contains the investigated police operation of Kleinfontein which […]

Rosé Joins Star-Studded F1 Film Soundtrack with 'Messy'

Rosé Joins Star-Studded F1 Film Soundtrack with ‘Messy’

BLACKPINK‘s vocalist Rosé prepares to release her movie soundtrack “Messy” for the Formula 1 film featuring Brad Pitt as announced by Formula1.com. Through her social media Rosé announced her movie soundtrack for F1 THE MOVIE which gets released on June 27. Rosé joins an impressive lineup of musical talent on the 17-track album, including: The […]

Workers' Day Holiday Shifts SASSA Grant Payment Dates

Workers’ Day Holiday Shifts SASSA Grant Payment Dates

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) informs its beneficiaries that Workers’ Day on May 1st will push the May 2025 grant payments to begin on May 3rd. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) follows particular instructions while confirming that their payments will start one day after the public holiday on May 3rd. Older […]

Talks Collapse in Guinea-Bissau, ECOWAS Pulls Out

Talks Collapse in Guinea-Bissau, ECOWAS Pulls Out

A team from the West African group ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) has left Guinea-Bissau after the country’s president, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, reportedly threatened to kick them out. The ECOWAS team had arrived last month to help local leaders agree on how and when to hold elections this year. They even prepared a […]

Search Reveals Five Bodies in Hennops River Tragedy

Search Reveals Five Bodies in Hennops River Tragedy

The ongoing search for Free State police officers in Centurion resulted in the discovery of five dead bodies found in the Hennops River. Two of the discovered bodies match the description of the officers who went missing during their Bloemfontein to Limpopo journey last week, according to Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya. The Free State […]

Vatican Sets May 7 for Conclave to Elect Pope Francis' Successor

Vatican Sets May 7 for Conclave to Elect Pope Francis’ Successor

The Sistine Chapel will welcome Cardinal members in the forthcoming week to start electing succession candidates on May 7 for the 267th pontifical position after nine days of mourning for Pope Francis. During the fifth General Congregation meeting in Rome the religious community learned about the upcoming cardinal election process to select a new pope […]

President Nandi-Ndaitwah Removes Minister Following Criminal Accusations

President Nandi-Ndaitwah Removes Minister Following Criminal Accusations

Namibia’s President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has removed Agriculture Minister Mac-Albert Hengari from his position. The decision came after serious allegations of rape involving a minor. The President’s office confirmed on Sunday that Hengari’s dismissal is effective from April 23, 2025. Local media reports say Hengari might also face other charges like abduction and abortion. In Namibia, […]

Vatican Prepares for Who Will Succeed Pope Francis?

Vatican Prepares for Who Will Succeed Pope Francis?

The Vatican has initiated its traditional selection protocol to choose the next Pope following the passing of Pope Francis. The 135 cardinal electors aged below 80 years must assemble during 15 to 20 days following the pope’s passing at the Sistine Chapel to conduct the papal conclave that combines historical customs with serious mystery. The […]

African Bank Fined R700,000 for Deceptive Loan Marketing

African Bank Fined R700,000 for Deceptive Loan Marketing

South African Bank fined R700,000 after determining the institution misrepresented a credit product as an investment opportunity. Following its December 2023 “Ke Festive” social media promotion the FSCA penalized African Bank because it let a famous person recommend personal loans without clearly defining that it was not an investment. The FSCA determined that African Bank […]

WhatsApp Dropping Support for Old Phones: What Users Need to Know for 2025

WhatsApp Dropping Support for Old Phones: What Users Need to Know for 2025

Thousand of users worldwide face a discontinuation of WhatsApp services on older Android versions as Meta has officially announced this platform update. Starting in April 2025 WhatsApp intends to discontinue service for Android phones using operating systems below version 5.0 because it requires system updates for better functionality and enhanced security in addition to new […]