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Apple introduces the iPhone 16e, priced at R15,999, with pre-orders starting on February 21, 2025. The phone features the A18 SoC and lacks a home button. Despite a launch price of $599, it costs R5,000 more in South Africa than in the US. This model replaces the 2022 iPhone SE.
South Africa’s President Ramaphosa emphasizes multilateralism at G20 meeting amid strained US relations. US officials boycott, citing “America First” policy. South Africa aims to advance developing nations’ interests as first African state to lead G20. Global challenges like intolerance and climate change remain unresolved due to lack of major power consensus.
Israel intensifies military operations in the West Bank after buses explode near Tel Aviv. Israeli military claims body handed over in Gaza not that of Shiri Bibas, demands correct body from Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu orders escalation following explosions in Bat Yam.
Visegrad24.com, a Polish website known for covering global conflicts, has shifted focus to South Africa. Founder Stefan Tompson, who has South African roots, is behind the change. Recent articles discuss support for Orania’s self-determination and systemic marginalization of white South Africans. The site’s shift reflects a trend of right-wing narratives online, impacting global culture wars and liberal values.
President Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky, calling him a “dictator without elections” and accusing him of strong-arming the US into a war. Trump’s remarks, echoing Moscow’s talking points, raised concerns about US-brokered peace efforts. The ongoing tensions between the two leaders have roots in past interactions, including Trump’s push for investigations into Joe Biden.
Baboon encounters in South Africa lead to violence: #JusticeForRaygun trends after a young baboon is hunted, attacked, and burned to death by teenagers in Pretoria suburb. Superstition and occult beliefs blamed for the incident.
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.
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.
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.
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.
