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Case against Zanzou assault suspect postponed to end of month. 41-year-old facing assault and sexual assault charges, believed to be bouncer in viral video. Identity parade delay due to new victim coming forward. MK Party calls for suspect to face full legal consequences.
Police in Mbombela are investigating an attempted cash-in-transit robbery on the N4 Road in Mpumalanga. A vigilant security guard driver averted the heist, causing the suspects’ Mercedes-Benz to catch fire. Multiple vehicles were involved, including a grey Toyota Fortuner and a white Ford Ranger. The security driver skillfully avoided the robbery by driving into oncoming traffic.
Finance Minister Godongwana revealed that the government used R520 billion from crucial sectors to bail out state-owned enterprises. At the launch of the World Bank report “Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa,” he emphasised the need for policy actions to drive economic recovery, create jobs, and boost public trust. The report suggests focusing on infrastructure and private sector involvement.
Zuko Godlimpi, deputy minister of trade and industry in Cyril Ramaphosa’s administration, has been named head of the economic transformation committee by the African National Congress. He is considered a potential future finance minister. The ANC’s restructuring follows opposition to a proposed VAT increase, leading to the budget’s postponement for the first time since 1994.
Bidvest Group has classified Bidvest Bank as a discontinued operation in its latest financial results, preparing for its sale to Access Bank. The Financial Services segment was dismantled, with Bidvest Bank and FinGlobal up for sale. Access Bank agreed to acquire Bidvest Bank for R2.8 billion, expanding its reach as a full-service commercial bank with a global presence.
South African factory sentiment worsened in February, marking a fifth consecutive month of decline due to global trade concerns, US tensions, and power cuts. Absa Group Ltd.’s Purchasing Managers’ Index dropped to 44.7 from 45.3 in January, reflecting weakened confidence in business activity, new sales, and employment. Expectations for future business conditions also decreased amid uncertainties.
DJ Sbu returns to Radio 2000 after resigning from the breakfast show last month, announcing a new 12-month agreement. The media personality had initially decided to leave the station but had a change of heart. Ndlozi received support from competitor stations’ on-air personalities on his debut. Radio 2000’s breakfast slot has seen multiple hosts since 2019.
The Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) challenges the NHI in court, citing constitutional and financial concerns. HASA represents major private healthcare providers and argues that the NHI violates the right to access healthcare services. They claim the scheme is financially unfeasible and lacks evidence of affordability, potentially disrupting healthcare access and causing funding shortfalls.
Former FF Plus leader Pieter Groenewald stepped down, citing overwhelming workload as minister and party leader. He emphasized the need to make way for younger leaders ahead of the 2026 local government elections. Groenewald was replaced by Corné Mulder.
Community claims land of Hilton College, SA’s priciest private school, was taken forcefully over 100 years ago. Land court overturns 2005 decision rejecting claim by Nxamalala tribe leader, Inkosi Sikholwa Zuma, deeming it frivolous. Court rules claim based on racial removals, not tribal jurisdiction. Former president Jacob Zuma linked to tribe. Land covers 1,695ha in KwaZulu-Natal, including nature reserve.
