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MyBroadband

English emigrant Phil Duff founded Syspro in South Africa in 1978, later acquired by Advent International. Duff and his brother Chris expanded the software firm globally, with Duff serving as CEO until 2022. Born in the UK, Duff’s early life details are scarce. He retired from the executive board in 2024 after achieving their goal of becoming a top software manufacturer.
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BusinessTech

Best Before, a retailer founded in 2017 by Mark Gordon and Alain Soriano, offers discounted short-dated and past-best-before goods, with savings of 28-43% compared to traditional retailers. It sells safe-to-use products within their use-by date from trusted suppliers like Cadbury and Nescafe, passing on discounts obtained by buying in bulk around the best-before date.
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Daily Maverick

Mining data shows a 5.6% drop in production in early 2025 compared to 2024. Outgoing Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman remains optimistic about the platinum group metals sector, despite challenges. Beijing’s export pause may lead to opportunities for alternative producers like South Africa. Trump’s trade war with China could also create strategic openings in the global supply chain.
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MyBroadband

Frederik Zietsman, a chartered management accountant, has been CEO of Takealot Group since February 2024. He previously served as CEO of Takealot.com for nearly three years. Zietsman, 42, leads South Africa’s top online store and a major on-demand delivery service amid increased competition. He attended Paarl Boys’ High School and graduated from Stellenbosch University in 2005.
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Daily Maverick

DA’s legal challenge led to Finance Minister scrapping VAT increase. Treasury reversed decision minutes after midnight on April 24. ANC and DA at odds over taxation proposal. DA claims victory in forcing government to abandon VAT hike. Government of national unity pushed to brink over Budget impasse. Zille celebrates DA’s influence in Parliament.
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Daily Maverick

The government of national unity is saved through a VAT deal to scrap a tax increase. Focus shifts to improving effectiveness and defining identity. Differences between a coalition government and a government of national unity are discussed, with the latter emphasizing broader societal participation and national interests over detailed policy agreements.
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TechCentral

Eskom to implement stage-2 load shedding due to high demand and maintenance issues. Power cuts to last overnight as South Africa experiences early winter weather. Public urged to use electricity sparingly. Eskom apologizes for inconvenience.
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BBC News

Ukraine’s President Zelensky concludes historic visit to South Africa, marking improved relations and countering Russia’s influence in Africa. Despite Russian air strike in Kyiv, Zelensky met with President Ramaphosa before cutting trip short. South Africa praises visit as first by Ukrainian head of state in 33 years, highlighting Ukraine’s increased focus on African diplomacy.
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MyBroadband

The Information Regulator issued WhatsApp an enforcement notice for breaching POPIA sections, requiring compliance within 60 days or face a fine of up to R10 million or imprisonment. MyBroadband sought confirmation of compliance status, but no response yet. WhatsApp instructed to prove Revised Privacy Policy aligns with POPIA conditions.
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EWN

Kelly Smith, accused of kidnapping and human trafficking her daughter Joshlin, did not testify in court. Judge Erasmus rejected a request to drop charges against her. Defence teams have time to prepare final arguments before judgment is delivered next week. Accused Jacquen Appollis did not seek withdrawal of charges. Judge Erasmus found evidence against Smith and Steveno van Rhyn sufficient for conviction.
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