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At the time of his appointment in April 2018, Essack says, “Primedia is a great company with exceptional brands, a strong market position and a unique culture. Our exceptional people are well placed to tackle the many opportunities that Africa’s dynamic and fast-growing media markets represent.” (Image via Primedia)
CAPETALK

Primedia CEO Essack leaves following internal battles

Omar Essack leaves the 702 and 94.7 owners after a protracted standoff with the board

  • Chris Gilili
  • Thanduxolo Jika
3 min read
Several companies made major investment announcements during President Cyril Ramaphosa’s investment conference. (Reuters/Simon Dawson)
JACKO MAREE

Pledges worth R134bn committed at investment conference

The inaugural investment conference has brought promises of funding to the tune of billions to strengthen the economy

  • Mashadi Kekana
2 min read
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced an “extraordinary coronavirus budget” on Tuesday. (Reuters)
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA

Land provision critical to addressing inequality — Ramaphosa

The president was clear about accelerating the provision of land to the poor and marginalised

  • Mashadi Kekana
4 min read