Clicks Group Sells Unicorn Pharmaceuticals, Clears Path for New Licenses Amid Legal Resolution

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  • Clicks Group will sell its stake in Unicorn Pharmaceuticals to comply with a Constitutional Court judgment.
  • The sale will allow the Department of Health to issue new retail pharmacy licenses to Clicks Group.
  • The divestment supports Clicks Group’s expansion in providing accessible healthcare across South Africa.

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Land Transport Trends: Freight Volumes Drop 6.5%, Passenger Journeys Surge 38.1% in April 2024

Economy /
  • Freight volumes declined by 6.5% in April 2024 compared to April 2023, with income slightly down.
  • Income from freight transportation rose by 2.1% in the three months ending April 2024.
  • Passenger journeys soared by 38.1% in April 2024, accompanied by a 17.1% income increase.

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Brait PLC Reports Strong Financial Year with Key Assets Showing Robust Growth and Profitability

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  • Brait PLC’s FY 2024 results showcase impressive growth and profitability across key assets.
  • Virgin Active’s EBITDA surged to £80 million, up from £33 million in September 2023.
  • Premier recorded a 19% EBITDA growth to R2.1 billion, with a leverage ratio of 0.9x.

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Lightning-Fast Delivery Service

Takealot Launches Lightning-Fast Delivery Service in Cape Town

Business News, News /
  • Takealot has expanded its on-demand delivery service, TakealotNOW, to cover several areas in the greater Cape Town region, offering customers a curated selection of products delivered within an impressive 60-minute timeframe.
  • This expansion reflects Takealot’s commitment to meeting changing consumer preferences and habits, providing swift delivery and convenience beyond traditional grocery-focused services.
  • The integration of TakealotNOW into the Mr D app marks a significant milestone, enhancing convenience for customers and offering complimentary deliveries to TakealotMORE subscribers, reinforcing Takealot’s position as a leader in South Africa’s e-commerce landscape.

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Rand Defies Political Turbulence,

Rand Defies Political Turbulence, Strengthens Amidst Economic Uncertainty

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  • Rand Resilience Amid Political Uncertainty: Despite wavering support for the ruling ANC, recent polling indicates continued favor for the party, bolstering the rand’s stability amidst political turbulence.
  • Analysts Assert ANC Dominance: Economic experts emphasize the ANC’s enduring significance in South Africa’s political landscape, attributing the rand’s strength to the party’s historical legitimacy and grassroots support.
  • Global Factors Impact Rand: External influences, particularly oil prices surging to $88.70 per barrel, contribute to the rand’s performance, highlighting the currency’s vulnerability to international market dynamics and geopolitical tensions.

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MTN MoMo

MTN MoMo to Revolutionize Payments with PayShap Partnership

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  • Partnership for Progress: MTN SA collaborates with Investec to introduce PayShap, a real-time payment service, to its MoMo platform, marking a significant step towards transforming the mobile payment landscape in South Africa.
  • Financial Inclusivity: The integration of PayShap into the MoMo platform aims to serve the unbanked population by providing accessible and low-fee mobile banking services, emphasizing MTN’s commitment to fostering financial inclusion.
  • Innovative Collaboration: With Investec as the banking sponsor and Electrum providing technical expertise, the partnership draws inspiration from successful global models, heralding a future where digital payments revolutionize financial accessibility and efficiency in South Africa.

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Stack Overflow and Google Partner to Enhance Developer Experience with OverflowAPI Integration

Technology /
  • Stack Overflow and Google announce partnership to integrate Stack Overflow’s knowledge base into Google Cloud services.
  • The OverflowAPI program will provide AI companies access to Stack Overflow’s data for AI applications.
  • Collaboration aims to streamline developer workflow, ensuring access to validated answers while preserving the human element.

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