‘New’ kind of university coming to South Africa, and ANC snubs America
Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Tuesday, 28 October 2025.
Business
BISSELL announces strategic partnership launch in South Africa with Legend Housewares
BISSELL, a global leader in floorcare appliances with a legacy spanning 149 years, is proud to announce its official entry into the South African market through a strategic partnership with Legend Housewares.
Amazon prepares for major layoffs among office workers, media reports say
If confirmed, the cuts in Amazon’s corporate ranks could mark the company’s biggest layoffs in several years.
Major retail store forced to shut down in South Africa
The City of Tshwane forced Shoprite in Bronkhorstspruit to close its doors after it was found to be trading without valid permits, according to the city.
The South African start-up bringing tech to townships
Entrepreneur Talifhani Banks has bought a modern delivery system to smaller firms in South Africa.
Turing AI Institute boss denies accusations of ‘toxic internal culture’
Whistleblowers also accused the charity’s leadership of misusing public funds and failing to deliver on its mission.
Headlights to be reviewed after drivers complain of being ‘blinded’ at night
Concern over the glare from brighter headlamps is prompting the government to review vehicle design.
Productivity downgrade may add £20bn to Budget hole
The OBR is understood to have downgraded the UK’s productivity level in early Budget forecasts
ChatGPT shares data on how many users exhibit psychosis or suicidal thoughts
The figure could mean potentially hundreds of thousands of users show signs of mental health distress weekly.
City trader sues UBS after rate-rigging conviction quashed
Tom Hayes launches a legal claim against UBS, claiming he was the bank’s “hand-picked scapegoat”.
Eastern Airways on brink of collapse with jobs at risk
Hundreds of jobs are at risk after the airline filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator.
Airline strands ex-BBC editor, citing Parkinson’s
Mark Mardell was left feeling ‘humiliated’ after he was told he could not board a flight.
Germany and Belgium are coming after these groups of South Africans
Germany and Belgium are in desperate need of skilled workers, and they’re coming to South Africa to find them.
New R3.5 billion estate being built in South Africa
The new R3.5 billion Beachwood Coastal Estate is already attracting buyer attention ahead of its official launch.
South African bank buys big stake in Dubai business
FirstRand has acquired a 20% stake in Optasia, with the hope that FNB will be able to use the platform to acquire new customers.