The deal makes MTN the second major South African operator to lean on the Chinese fintech giant for its super-app ambitions.
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The Technology Innovation Agency sold its Kapa stake for $4.9-million months before Roche bought the biotech for $445-million.
Eskom Green is targeting up to 32GW by 2040, with the board insisting it will partner private developers, not compete with them.
Battery-electric sales jumped 96% year on year in the first quarter, yet they remain a sliver of the market.
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Rating agency Moody’s has warned that carving transmission out of Eskom could weaken its creditworthiness.
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Telkom has guided to a 45-55% earnings jump when it reports this week, but base effects complicate the picture.
The appointment reflects Eskom’s push to compete for customers as South Africa’s electricity market is liberalised.
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