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Major Restructuring Shakes Retail Giant – Employees and Consumers React to Latest Developments Cape Town, South Africa – In a bold move signaling a dramatic shift for one of South Africa’s largest retailers, Pick n Pay has confirmed plans to shutter multiple stores across the country, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The announcement, which follows…

On the surface, Hot Farm—or Hot Farm Agricultural Technology, as they officially call themselves—appears to be an ambitious venture. With a neatly printed CIPC registration certificate dated June 2024 and a director named Lepapa Gerard Ramphoko, they project an air of legitimacy. But don’t be fooled: a registration certificate and a director’s name are no…

Johannesburg – South Africa is staring down a perfect storm of economic turmoil as growth grinds to a halt, national debt balloons to alarming levels, and unemployment hits record highs, according to a recent analysis of Treasury data and expert warnings. The crisis threatens to derail recovery efforts and could push the country into a…

Diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions globally, is increasingly becoming a focal point for healthcare advocacy, particularly in low and middle-income countries. In South Africa, a recent protest highlighted the challenges faced by those living with diabetes, particularly regarding the cost and accessibility of insulin. Organized by advocacy groups such as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)…

City Power, Johannesburg’s power utility, recently carried out a major operation in Lenasia, disconnecting the electricity supply to ten businesses with unpaid bills totaling R60 million. This move is part of a larger crackdown to address non-payment and illegal connections in the area. According to City Power spokesperson, Isaac Mangena, Lenasia is currently in arrears with…