Zuma back in court to escape corruption charges
The former president and French arms company Thales will return to court today in their latest attempt to avoid prosecution for the notorious arms deal corruption case.
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Big interest rate change for South Africa
South Africa’s current benchmark interest rate is set to be replaced at the end of next year, with a more transparent and reliable alternative.
News24 | WATCH LIVE | Jacob Zuma in court for ‘Stop Stalingrad’ case
Former president Jacob Zuma and his corruption co-accused, French arms company Thales, will this morning seek to appeal the dismissal of their latest bid to have the case against them quashed – on the basis of “unreasonable delays”.
South Africa at the mercy of one country
South Africa is heavily dependent on imports from other countries, Mozambique in particular, for its gas supply – a resource that is set to play a critical role in the country’s energy mix going forward.
Major mining company to cut 2,400 jobs, and ANC delegates warned against battling for a ‘sinking ship’
Here are some of the key developments in South Africa today, 4 December 2025.
United States shuns South Africa
The US is inviting Poland to the next Group of 20 summit, and plans to shun South Africa, when President Donald Trump hosts the forum of the largest global economies in 2026.
Vodacom takes control of Kenyan giant
Vodacom will boost its stake in Safaricom from 35% to 55%, giving it control of the M-Pesa operator, significantly expanding its African footprint and revenue.
SA Youth – Leveraging Technology to Transform the Employment Landscape
SA Youth connects over 4.5 million young South Africans to employment opportunities through an intelligent, mobile-first platform that is built for inclusion and scale.
News24 | Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell to represent herself in early prison release petition
Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence in the US for her involvement in an alleged sex trafficking ring run by billionaire financier Jeffrey Epstein, has said she is planning to file a petition seeking her release.
Major battle over new national tax for South Africa
Industry players warn that the National Treasury’s proposed 20% tax on gross gambling revenue will drive gamblers to offshore and illegal operators and away from regulated operators in South Africa.
WEATHER: Heatwave persists while storms threaten multiple SA regions
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Thursday, 4 December 2025.
The South African boys’ school that produced two World Rugby players of the year
Two World Rugby Players of the Year, Malcolm Marx and Bryan Habana, attended King Edward VII School, nominated as the top boys’ sports school in 2025.
News24 | Ethiopia confirms first outbreak of Marburg virus
Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of Marburg virus disease, after nine cases were reported in the south of the country.