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Mike Finlay on Risk Management: People, AI, and Business Growth
CEO Mike Finlay shares insights on managing risk, scaling teams, AI in business, and why people remain at the heart of successful companies.
MONDAY, 05 JANUARY 2026, 12:59

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CEO Mike Finlay shares insights on managing risk, scaling teams, AI in business, and why people remain at the heart of successful companies.

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The Safe Citizen group argues that state efforts to tackle violent crime in South Africa have been demonstrably misguided.

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A Paris court found them guilty of “malicious” bullying towards the wife of the French president.

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Manchester United sack manager Ruben Amorim after he criticised the club’s hierarchy following Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Leeds.

South Africa
Two suspects one of them believed to be a well-known businessman have been killed in a shootout
South Africa
President announces new Climate Commissioners
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the new cohort of the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) Commissioners for the 2026 – 2030 tenure.The 25 commissioners have been appointed in terms of the Climate Change Act, 2024.The commissioners are representative of broader sections of South African society, including business, labour,...

South Africa
Many holidaymakers have started to return to the province from the festive season holidays.
South Africa
NSFAS processes funding applications for 2026
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has processed all funding applications ahead of the start of the 2026 academic year.“NSFAS is pleased to confirm that it has processed all 2026 funding applications prior to the start of the 2026 academic year as committed to by the 31st December 2025. All students can view their...

World
NPR’s A Martinez talks to Henry Sokolski of the Nonproliferation Policy Education Center about the Zaporizhzhia power plant and its importance in the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.

World
The United Nations humanitarian coordinator for Sudan recounts devastating scenes and stories of horrific violence after her team gained access to a city in the embattled Darfur region.

World
The future of Venezuela is uncertain after the U.S. capture of President Nicolas Maduro. The vice president is now in charge, but she hasn’t indicated she’ll fall in step with President Trump.

World
NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Kevin Whitaker, former U.S. ambassador to Colombia and former U.S. deputy chief of mission in Venezuela, about the U.S. raid on Caracas and engagement in Venezuela.

Africa
It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.

Africa
Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.

Africa
Gabon’s sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team’s “disgraceful performance” at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.

Business
The Department of Basic Education has slammed the VF Plus for questioning the integrity of the 2025 matric exams.

Business
The latest Braai Index indicates that the cost of hosting a braai in South Africa is becoming more affordable—but meat prices are still shooting up.
Business

Business
A scrutiny committee says the Manx government’s size and scope should be reduced to cut spending.

Politics
Lamola has emphasised SA’s commitment to principle-based leadership at home and abroad

Politics
The one-day meeting will discuss January 8 Statement preparations and the 114th anniversary rally.

Politics
Subsequent talks to persuade the Communist Party otherwise have since failed.

Politics
He retired from politics in 2004 and returned to his farm near Adelaide in the Eastern Cape.

Sport
Premier League giants Manchester United have sacked Portuguese head coach Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge.

Sport
Orlando Pirates had close to 10 players in the Bafana Bafana AFCON squad but early elimination gives the likes of Appollis a two-week break.

Sport
What’s your strongest XI?

Sport
Eighteen-year-old defender Smilla Holmberg says “it’s always been my dream to play for Arsenal” after signing a long-term contract.
Education
Lia Smith was a senior at Middlebury College, a transgender woman and, for a time, an athlete on the school’s diving team. But she struggled to feel accepted, and in October, she took her own life.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The MP, Mr Atta Issah being assisted by chiefs and stakeholders to break ground for work to commence
Education
[Leadership] Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to transform the state’s education sector, with plans to recruit more teachers to improve the quality of learning across public schools.

Education
Lucy Morville, from Burnley, thought most students would be from the north and felt ‘culture shock’ surrounded by southerners
Like many students from the north, Lucy Morville says she felt “culture shock” at being surrounded by southerners when she arrived at university. But she said the shock was even greater because it wasn’t what she expected when she enrolled at the University of York.
“I...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Fans are concerned over a recent maagzine cover, where they feel Rachel Kolisi and sister-in-law Tatjana Smith were photoshopped.

Entertainment
Beitbridge border post continues to lead in high volumes at land borders.

Entertainment
Esquivel is understood to have no future at Chloorkop.

Entertainment
Pretoria has officially entered pop culture history after Mariah the Scientist declared her sold-out show in the city the best performance of her career.
Entertainment
Amorim is sacked just 14 months after arriving at Old Trafford.

Science/Tech
Confusion in the electrical sector has led to claims that all Schuko plugs and sockets are banned. This is not true.

Science/Tech
Switching between mobile phones used to be easy. Then came eSIM.

Science/Tech
MyBroadband tested eight new SIM cards for spam, and all of them received some over the course of a week.

Science/Tech
Innovative research into the gene-editing tool targets influenza’s ability to replicate—stopping it in its tracks.

Motoring
Stellantis has identified safety faults with 26 different models from six car brands.
Motoring

Motoring
Motorists are starting the new year with a considerable reduction in the price of petrol and diesel.

Motoring
Hyundai Motor Executive Chair Chung Euisun has warned of a tough year ahead for the global auto industry.

Health
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.
Health
Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.

Health
Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow – and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.

Health
From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.