#FiveThingsYouNeedToKnow: Fraud allegations cancels Burna Boy's concert as promoter accused of R10M embezzlement

#FiveThingsYouNeedToKnow: Fraud allegations cancels Burna Boy's concert as promoter accused of R10M embezzlement

WhatsApp has officially unveiled its channel feature worldwide, The Monetary Policy Committee has kept SA's key interest rate steady at 8.25% and much more...

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Good morning, KZN.

Here are five things you need to know as you wake up this Friday morning...

Read more: #FiveThingsYouNeedToKnow: Apple to update iPhone 12 due to scare

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1. 

Three SA Navy personnel died on Wednesday after a "huge wave" hit a submarine in Kommetjie. Among them was Lieutenant Gillain Hector, the continent's first woman to navigate a submarine.

Read more: Three South African navy divers die off Cape Town

2. 

A dinner invitation from Indian President Droupadi Murmu described her as the “President of Bharat,” prompting speculation in political circles that India’s name might change. 

ALERT: India may change its name to Bharat and here's why

India may change its name to Bharat
India may change its name to Bharat / TikTok screenshot , canva

3. 

A fraud case is what has led to megastar Burna Boy's concert to be cancelled in Joburg. The company that arranged the event are accused of stealing R10M

Read more: Burna Boy slams claims his SA show was postponed due to low ticket sales

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Nigerian rapper Burna Boy/ YouTube ('Big 7' music video)

4. 

The Monetary Policy Committee has kept South Africa’s key interest rate steady at 8.25% for a second consecutive meeting

Read more: Expert advice: How to negotiate a better interest rate on your bond

Interest rate could rise further despite easing of inflation, warns economist
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5. 

WhatsApp has officially unveiled its channel feature worldwide, causing a stir in South Africa and across the globe.

Read more: Sky: "Guys, there are hidden dangers using WhatsApp voice notes"

uMgeni Water has urged people to ignore an anonymous WhatsApp message doing the rounds.
uMgeni Water has urged people to ignore an anonymous WhatsApp message doing the rounds. Image: Pexels

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