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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)

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

Several companies made major investment announcements during President Cyril Ramaphosa’s investment conference. (Reuters/Simon Dawson)

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

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