In Africa’s Sahel region, deepening violence and poverty – driven by displacement, hunger and terrorism – are stripping women and girls of their right to safety, education and a viable future. Risks to women and girls across this vast region are severe and systemic, as political instability, environmental collapse and a declining international presence take…
A sign outside MTN Group’s head office in Johannesburg. Image: TechCentral Shareholders in MTN Group’s long-running black empower scheme known as MTN Zakhele Futhi can look forward to a payout later this month – and a modest profit on their investment. The scheme, which is in the process of being unwound, will begin distributions to…
Elon Musk’s Starlink is reportedly mulling a significant R2 billion investment in South Africa as a potential strategy to secure an operating license, according to anonymous sources cited by Business Day. This move could be a way for the satellite internet company to work around South Africa’s black empowerment regulations. Read: Nothing Phone 3: A…
