Eskom’s distribution business is preparing to participate in SA’s emerging competitive multi-market environment. (Image source: iStock) National Treasury’s eTenders Portal rebounds this week, with representations from national and provincial government departments dominating the edition. However, it is a request for information from state electricity utility Eskom that takes top spot. In its documentation, the business…
Oil prices top of mind at the Calgary Stampede rodeo – CBS News Watch CBS News The Calgary Stampede is the largest outdoor rodeo in the world. And with Alberta holding the fourth-largest proven oil reserve in the world, high oil prices are playing a part in the show. Ian Lee reports.
As South Africa’s e-hailing market evolves under new regulatory frameworks, how are the platforms adapting? InDrive’s country representative Ashif Black speaks to ITWeb about the brand’s local footprint, national accreditation, its peer-to-peer pricing, and future plans. The enactment of Section 66A of the National Land Transport Amendment Act has been transformational for e-hailing services, leading…
Zenith Bank Plc has been named Africa’s Best Bank and Nigeria’s Best Bank for the second consecutive year at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading financial institutions. The awards which were presented in London recognises the bank’s strong financial performance, digital innovation, customer service and contribution…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the country’s army commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi. It comes just days after the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov – a move that triggered street protests across the country. Initial rumours that the end of Fedorov’s tenure was related to a conflict between him and Syrskyi were soon confirmed….
Kyiv — Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Tuesday that he will replace his top general, Oleksandr Syrskyi. The latest shakeup follows six days of protests against last week’s ouster of Ukraine’s Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov. Zelenskyy removed Fedorov from his post last Wednesday, citing an irresolvable feud between the defense minister and Syryski, the commander-in-chief of…
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, is likely to get a friendly reception from lawmakers Wednesday at his confirmation hearing as both parties are eager for him to take over from the current acting intelligence chief. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles…
Climate tech’s part in the venture funding became dramatically pronounced in 2025, when it alone contributed 40 per cent or $1.5 billion, compared to other years in the near-decade period under review, the study said. That was up from 13 per cent or $206 million in 2016. Climate tech, the field of technologies and solutions…
Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and Mali show how Washington is navigating security, commerce and sovereignty in a changing West Africa regional order. For Nigeria, the US Department of State’s Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia’s first official trip to Africa is worth watching closely. His planned visits to Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and Mali…
The successful bidder will develop and implement a multi-factor authentication system for the Department of Home Affairs. (Image source: 123RF) It’s not just road traffic that has slowed down due to school holidays, it’s also activity on National Treasury’s eTenders Portal as public sector attention favoured fast-turnaround requests for quotation. This means that after weeks…
