27 February-8am news

The Instant Payment System is pushed to 2026, M23 rebels recapture villages in eastern DRC, and a $110 billion Hollywood takeover moves closer as Netflix steps aside.

Namibia and Germany launch a new technical skills programme, M23 rebels recapture villages in eastern DRC, and China names nine military lawmakers ahead of its major political meeting.

Government funds 134,000 students for tertiary education, South Africa seeks justice in Russia recruitment scam, and Paramount Skydance eyes $110bn Hollywood takeover.

#11 Million Pledged as Foot-and-Mouth Fund Launches.... # Labour Analyst Sydwill Scholtz Weighs In on Employment in 2026/27 Budget... # Sheehama Flags Risks in National Budget ..... # Two South Africans Die After Being Lured to Fight in Russia......PLUS #PM Modi says India and Israel to deepen strategic partnership.

Namibia tables a N$105.9 billion National Budget for 2026/27, while the PDM welcomes recognition of the Baster Gemeente Traditional Authority, and Moody’s backs South Africa’s improving fiscal outlook. Meanwhile, globally, a record 129 journalists were killed last year, raising renewed alarm over press freedom and the safety of media workers.