Late on Friday the 23rd of May, Fitch Ratings announced its decision to affirm Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd.’s Long-Term Local-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B’, with a stable outlook. In addition, Fitch Ratings revised Eskom’s Standalone Credit Profile (SCP) to ‘ccc+’ from ‘ccc-‘. Fitch Ratings stated the revision of Eskom’s SCP is a reflection of the improvement in the […]
Across Africa, where a wealth of languages are spoken, too many are excluded from services simply because digital platforms operate primarily in a few global languages. For a large proportion who don’t speak those languages, they can be shut out. Bolthale AI, a South Africa-based startup that participated in the Google for Startups Accelerator: South […]
Financial pressure is something many South Africans experience at some point in their lives. Whether it is a car that breaks down unexpectedly, school fees that arrive earlier than expected, or the need to consolidate debt, sometimes you simply need a helping hand. In these situations, a personal loan can provide the breathing room you […]
Well-known South African technology entrepreneur Reshaad Sha is leading a management buyout of Altron Nexus from JSE-listed Altron Group, with the company set to be rebranded as Sentiv. The transaction, still subject to conditions, is expected to close by end June 2025. A New Chapter: Sentiv Emerges The name Sentiv – a blend of “sentient” and “intuitive” – reflects the...
For many, the idea of trading conjures adrenaline: charts pulsing with green and red, fingers hovering over the “Buy” button, whispers of bull markets and breakout stocks. But the best traders — the ones who stay in the game long after the hype has faded — know that success starts well before the first position […]
A growing number of online players in New Zealand are making the switch from free casino games to real money casinos, as the appetite for authentic gaming experiences and the thrill of real wins continues to rise. Recent trends show that Kiwi players are no longer content with demo slots and practice rounds. Instead, they […]
Cell C, South Africa’s customer-focused challenger in the mobile telecommunications space, today announced the appointment of PHD South Africa as its official media agency partner, effective 1 July 2025. This strategic partnership marks an exciting new chapter in Cell C’s journey to deepen engagement with customers and bring its purpose, to empower South Africans through […]