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Former South African international relations minister’s US visa revoked Former South African international relations minister’s US visa revoked, sparking a fresh diplomatic controversy between Pretoria and Washington. Naledi Pandor, a veteran of the African National Congress and the current chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, confirmed the development to local media this week, revealing that her ability to travel to the United States has been summarily terminated. The revocation comes at a time of heightened friction in South Africa US relations, following a year defined by sharp ideological disagreements over the conflict in Gaza and the broader geopolitical direction of…

Capitec under siege by OM Bank and Pep Bank Capitec under siege by OM Bank and Pep Bank, as two formidable new entrants launch aggressive strategies to capture the low-to-middle income market that has long been the stronghold of South Africa’s largest digital bank. The banking landscape is shifting rapidly, with retail giant Pepkor and insurance titan Old Mutual leveraging their massive existing footprints to challenge Capitec’s dominance directly. This intensified competition comes at a critical time for the South African banking sector, where the battle for the “mass market” is moving beyond simple access to banking and towards value-added…

US spat deepens over G20 Summit US spat deepens over G20 Summit, marking a new low in relations between Pretoria and Washington as the gathering of world leaders kicks off in Johannesburg. The public spat between South Africa and the United States has worsened significantly in the last 24 hours, transforming what is usually a diplomatic formality into a heated exchange of insults and accusations. Pretoria has responded to comments by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who delivered a stinging rebuke of the South African government on Thursday. The clash highlights a growing ideological rift that threatens to overshadow…

Inside Walmart’s first South African store Inside Walmart’s first South African store, a new era of retail officially begins as the global giant plants its flag in Johannesburg. MyBroadband got an exclusive early look at the groundbreaking facility at the Clearwater Mall in Roodepoort on Thursday, 20 November 2025. This launch marks a pivotal moment in the local market, as the world’s largest retailer moves from operating behind the scenes of Massmart to placing its iconic blue branding front and center. The store, which boasts roughly 3,500 square metres of trading space, is a vibrant addition to the local retail…

Google Cofounder Larry Page becomes third richest person after Gemini 3 launch Google Cofounder Larry Page becomes third richest person after Gemini 3 launch, overtaking Amazon’s Jeff Bezos in a significant shift atop the global wealth rankings. The shuffle among the world’s billionaires occurred on Wednesday, driven by a massive surge in Alphabet’s stock price following the company’s blockbuster third-quarter earnings and the unveiling of its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date. This financial milestone highlights how the AI arms race is directly reshaping the fortunes of Silicon Valley’s elite. As Alphabet asserts its dominance with new “PhD-level” AI…

 Breaking: US in talks to attend G20 summit after initial boycott. President Cyril Ramaphosa confirms discussions are underway in Johannesburg this weekend. South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa says US has had ‘change of mind’ but does not confirm Trump’s attendance in Johannesburg US in talks to attend G20 summit after initial boycott, according to South Africa’s president. This signals a potential diplomatic turnaround. Cyril Ramaphosa stated the US has indicated a “change of mind.” However, he did not confirm if Donald Trump would personally attend. Trump previously vowed to boycott the event. The US president Donald Trump claims South Africa…

USA warns South Africa against making a G20 declaration as tensions rise, the USA warns South Africa against making a G20 declaration, citing a summit boycott and deep rifts over global policy. Diplomatic norms have shattered just days before the historic Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg. The USA warns South Africa against making a G20 declaration in a move that plunges the event into uncertainty. The summit, scheduled for November 22–23, 2025, is the first ever held on African soil. However, the atmosphere is tense. President Donald Trump’s administration has confirmed a total boycott. Beyond simply not attending, the US is…

CAF Awards 2025: Complete winners list for Men & Women Youth and National Teams was officially unveiled on Wednesday night, marking a historic celebration of African football excellence. The glittering ceremony, held at the prestigious Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Rabat, honored the continent’s elite performers for the period spanning 6 January to 15 October 2025. While the night was heavily defined by a Moroccan “clean sweep,” it also provided a platform to recognize the stellar achievements of icons from Nigeria, Cape Verde, DR Congo, and Egypt. The atmosphere in Rabat was electric as legends of the game gathered to…

Ramaphosa delivers G20 Social Summit Closing Ceremony keynote address Ramaphosa delivers G20 Social Summit Closing Ceremony keynote address, marking a historic moment as South Africa prepares to assume the G20 Presidency. Speaking on Thursday to a diverse assembly of civil society actors, President Cyril Ramaphosa accepted the formal presentation of the Summit Declaration, a document encapsulating the commitments and aspirations forged over three intense days of dialogue. The President’s speech underscored the critical role of non-state actors in shaping a global order that is not only efficient but just and inclusive. The event was a culmination of tireless engagement by…

Arsenal and Visit Rwanda to conclude landmark eight-season partnership in June 2026, as both parties have mutually agreed to bring their historic collaboration to a close at the end of the current season. This announcement marks the finale of a relationship that not only saw Visit Rwanda become Arsenal’s first-ever Official Sleeve Partner but also set a new benchmark for how tourism boards can leverage global sports marketing to drive economic growth and international awareness. Since its inception in 2018, the Arsenal partnership has been a subject of global interest, proving to be a masterclass in destination branding. The decision…