Category BreakingNews

BusinessTech

Woolworths’ on-demand delivery service, Woolies Dash, has seen significant growth since its launch in 2020. Despite challenges faced by delivery drivers, the service has been a game-changer for the company, attracting new customers and driving online sales. With over 120 Dash sites and a 71% increase in sales year over year, Woolworths is successfully expanding its reach and customer base.

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Business Insider Africa

The African aviation market has seen growth due to increased passenger traffic, expanded route networks, and partnerships. International airlines are expanding in Africa to tap into economic potential and rising demand for air travel. The OAG’s TAKEOFF report for 2024 analyzes airline capacity trends, showing growth in Africa and highlighting the region’s importance in global aviation.

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BusinessTech

Cell C is technically insolvent with liabilities exceeding assets by R3.3 billion. Blue Label’s interim results show Cell C’s assets at R13.8 billion and liabilities at R17.14 billion. This situation indicates the telco company’s inability to settle all debts if liquidated, despite some signs of improvement.

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Yahoo Entertainment

Elon Musk’s daughter, Vivian Wilson, went viral on TikTok for discovering new siblings through social media, including a half-brother through a RuPaul’s Drag Race subreddit. She expressed confusion over finding out about siblings this way, joking that she would have two nickels if she had one for each time.

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Daily Maverick

Heavy rainfall triggered a landslide in Adams Mission, KwaMakhutha, south of Durban, causing three deaths. Two structures collapsed, resulting in casualties. Cathy Sutherland highlighted inadequate stormwater management in peri-urban areas as a contributing factor. Garrith Jamieson from ALS Paramedics described the scene where a family narrowly escaped as a landslide tore through their home.

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News24

Yanga “Bara” Nyalara, a feared resident of Khayelitsha, was among at least five suspects killed in a shootout with police in Gcuwa, Eastern Cape. The incident occurred on the N2 near Ndabakazi village. Witnesses had previously been too scared to testify against Nyalara, who had charges withdrawn. Eastern Cape police are still investigating the scene.

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EWN

Tshwane Municipality reveals Zanzou nightclub unauthorized, under investigation for abuse and non-compliance. Police search for suspects linked to torture of patrons. Compliance raid conducted, other affiliated clubs also under scrutiny for bylaw violations.

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Daily Maverick

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza announced the delay of the Budget speech on 19 February 2025, triggering memories of Nhlanhla Nene’s firing in 2015. The unexpected delay was compared to other surprising events, like Floyd Shivambu leaving the EFF for the uMkhonto Wesizwe party.

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EWN

Tornado in City of Tshwane causes extensive damage in Montana, Pretoria. Dozens of homes affected, residents without power. Clean-up operations underway, 15 families evacuated. Heavy rains hamper recovery efforts. Warning issued to avoid structurally damaged homes. City workers clearing uprooted trees.

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BusinessTech

President Ramaphosa reassures public after 2025 Budget Speech postponement, citing Government of National Unity’s diligence. Business leaders and analysts express concerns over uncertainties and lack of collaboration within the cabinet. Ramaphosa aims to balance economic growth plans amidst financial constraints.

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