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Cell C Business Unveils SME Connectivity Strategy Designed to Ensure Nothing Stops South African Businesses
Cell C today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
FRIDAY, 27 FEBRUARY 2026, 10:46

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Cell C today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

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Corrupt officials use a lack of proper communication to avoid accountability, as it is hard to point fingers when you do not know who is responsible for the mess.

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South Africa’s latest budget painted an encouraging picture of improving public finances, according to Moody’s Ratings, while cautioning that “meaningful” debt reduction will require stronger economic growth.

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Outgoing ActionSA proportional representation (PR) councillor in Johannesburg Mandla Nyaqela, who has joined the DA, has accused party leader Herman Mashaba of tightly controlling the organisation.

South Africa
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

South Africa
He was intercepted at the airport before he could board a flight to Singapore earlier this week.

South Africa
Maria Makgato and Kudzai Ndlovu, were shot and killed at a dumping site at Onverwacht farm.

South Africa
More than 260 000 animals have been affected by the outbreak.

World
Security experts have warned that Western governments are poorly equipped to counter a new frontier of online disinformation.
World
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday his country’s armed forces can “crush” aggressors, following air strikes on neighbouring Afghanistan.
World
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told a congressional committee that she did not remember ever meeting the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and had no information to share about his criminal activities.

World
Pakistan carried out airstrikes hours after Afghanistan launched a cross-border attack in the latest escalation of violence between the neighboring countries. The clashes are making a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky.

Africa
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

Africa
Violence has plagued South Africa’s highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.

Africa
The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.

Africa
Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.

Business
Cell C today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Business
According to Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia, unlawful arrests have cost the South African Police Service (SAPS) over R620 million in the 2024/2025 year.
Business
Business

Politics
Premier Thami Ntuli delivers the State of the Province Address on Friday.

Politics
The DA warns role duplication could waste millions, urging funds be used for basic services instead

Politics
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis makes an announcement.

Politics
The commission is probing corruption, political interference in criminal justice system.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will meet in the first Soweto derby of the 2025/26 season. Millions of South Africans will watch the battle on SABC.

Sport
Former Orlando Pirates star Edward Motale has warned the Buccaneers against underestimating Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto derby.

Sport
After a forgettable seven months in charge at Hearts in 2017, Scottish manager Ian Cathro is rebuilding his reputation at Estoril.

Sport
If new boss Igor can keep struggling Tottenham in the Premier League, he could become one of the most popular Tudors since the 1500s.
Education
[Premium Times] Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, gave the assurance on Thursday during a meeting with committee members at the State House in Abuja.
Education
[Leadership] The Niger State government has announced the reopening of tertiary institutions in Niger North senatorial district after three-month closure following the spate of kidnappings in the State.
Education
[GroundUp] Vice-chancellor agrees to meet with unions within 48 hours
Education
President Trump’s approach is a revival of the mission of empire — acquiring the territories and resources of sovereign peoples.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
There’s hope for the critically endangered African penguin yet after SANCCOB revealed its record-making hatching milestone.

Lifestyle
No more hiding! Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has finally confirmed his romance with model and influencer, Sarah Langa…

Lifestyle
Cape Town transgender content creator Meghan Saulse is celebrating a milestone – receiving her gender-affirming identity document…

Entertainment
The ANC coalition in the City of Ekurhuleni is under strain, with municipality leaders not seeing eye to eye.

Entertainment
Mpeku has made five starts and two appearances off the bench this season.

Entertainment
It would be fair to say that the eighth generation Volkswagen Golf GTI didn’t exactly promise on the thrill factor…

Entertainment
Cape Town residents can expect mild temperatures throughout the weekend, with partly cloudy skies on Saturday and light rainfall on Sunday.

Science/Tech
Success in AI involves integrating the tech into business processes and driving a human-machine partnership, says FNB Risk’s Dr Mark Nasila.
Science/Tech
South Korea approved Google’s request to export detailed map data, reversing a longstanding restriction that made the tool largely nonfunctional.

Science/Tech
Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) is advancing its strategy of reinvesting in high‑performing South African retail assets with a R75 million redevelopment of the Edgars premises at Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha. This investment will reinforce Walmer Park’s position as the city’s leading retail destination by introducing a new internal link mall and expanding the […]

Science/Tech
MTN Nigeria has reported a dramatic reversal in fortunes, swinging to a profit after tax of ₦1.1-trillion.
Motoring

Motoring
Wanatu has become the first e-hailing company to receive regulatory approval under South Africa’s new transport laws.

Motoring
Following the quiet exit of the Suzuki Ciaz, only a handful of affordable sedans remain in South Africa.

Motoring
Nissan’s factory in Gauteng, which has been around since 1966, will soon be sold to a Chinese car brand.
Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.

Health
Aria’s parents say their daughter suffered brain damage after NHS staff failed to treat an infection.
Health
Subtle signs of mental distress often emerge before severe symptoms.
Health
The Trump administration is proposing Obamacare plans that it says will lower health insurance premiums. But critics warn they would make care unaffordable.