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Nigeria, US, UK agencies probe $235 million cocaine seizure at Lagos port

Nigeria’s anti-narcotics agency is working with its US and UK counterparts to investigate the origins of a $235 million cocaine shipment

Standard Bank urges SA township SMEs to embrace digital payments ahead of festive season

As the festive season approaches, township businesses are gearing up for increased consumer spending, but experts warn that cash-dominated operations leave traders vulnerable to crime.

Santam’s premiums surge 16% as SA insurer beats targets

Santam saw growth across gross written premiums, net earned premiums, and underwriting margins surpass its longer-term financial targets during the first nine months of 2025, the company said on Tuesday.

SA Finance Minister urged to prioritise reforms, fiscal discipline ahead of mid-term budget

South Africa’s (SA) Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, is expected to table the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

IMF warns against mounting debt risks as global financial tightening pressures emerging economies

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that mounting debt levels and persistently high interest rates are straining developing economies.

SA launches first fully home-grown vaccine in over five decades

South Africa (SA) has launched its first fully locally manufactured vaccine in more than 50 years, an oral cholera vaccine developed and produced entirely within the country.