Indholdsfortegnelse for 2026-04-01 i Mercury

Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking announced on Tuesday the R2.1 billion sale of Twizza Proprietary Limited (Twizza) to the Beverage Company Proprietary Limited (Bevco), a wholly-owned subsidiary of India-based Varun Beverages. Varun Beverages had previously completed the acquisition of The Beverage Company (Bevco) in 2024, being approved by the Competition Commission. Varun Beverages, incorporated in India, operates a variety of beverages, predominantly carbonated soft drinks under familiar trademarks owned by PepsiCo. Standard Bank said that the sale followed the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, marking the formal conclusion of the transaction and representing a significant milestone and a landmark transaction in South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. Twizza is a South African soft drink manufacturer that produces and distributes a range of affordable, non-alcoholic beverages, including carbonated…

Treasury says emergency relief measures will cost government around R6 billion per month Government stepped up to the task on Tuesday to help cushion the impact of soaring fuel prices on citizens, announcing a temporary R3 cut to the fuel levy. South Africa's Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana and Gwede Mantashe, the Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) in a joint statement, said that government has interventions in place to fight the cost-of-living crisis in the country, with the first immediate step looking to quell the impact of fuel prices by lowering the fuel levy by R3. This comes after global oil markets were sent into a tailspin as a result of the geopolitical tensions taking place in the Middle East along with the closure of the Strait of…

South African households received modest relief in March as food prices declined slightly both month-on-month and year-on-year, according to the latest Household Affordability Index. However, civil society organisations warn that looming fuel price increases in April could quickly reverse these gains and place further strain on already stretched budgets. The latest Household Affordability index released on Tuesday indicated decreases in food prices both year-on-year and month-on-month. According to the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group (PMBEJD), which tracks 44 basic foods from 47 supermarkets and 32 butcheries in March, the average cost of the Household Food Basket was at R5,328.53. This reflected a 1% month-on-month decrease of R55.28 and a flat year-on-year decline of 83 cents. Mervyn Abrahams, director of the PMBEJD, said that of the 44 foods tracked in…

The EU’s electricity network spans over 11 million kilometres, making it one of the most extensive and resilient in the world. Today, these corridors enable energy to flow efficiently across member states, lowering costs whilst managing rising demand. Importantly, it also allows renewables like wind power in the North Sea or solar in Southern Europe to be distributed widely, smoothing variability and strengthening the overall system. For Africa, where unfortunately many power systems remain perpetually fragmented and underfunded, Europe’s regional power distribution corridors offer a compelling blueprint. National grids and regional highways At its core, grid interconnection is about strength through collaboration. One way to understand it is to think of electricity infrastructure like transport infrastructure. National distribution networks are the local and secondary roads that serve towns and…

JSE-listed Jubilee Metals has unveiled an upgraded near-term mine plan for its Molefe Mine in Zambia, outlining a major expansion strategy aimed at significantly increasing copper production while supporting long-term growth. The announcement marks a key step in Jubilee’s transition into a resource-backed copper producer, following encouraging results from its Phase 1 drilling and trenching programme. The updated plan focuses on improving mining efficiencies, expanding output and ensuring a stable supply of ore to the company’s processing facilities. Central to the strategy is the integration of Pit 2 and Pit 3 into a single, enlarged open-pit operation. This move will allow Jubilee to ramp up mining activity substantially, with copper reef production expected to increase fourfold, from 15 000 tons per quarter to 60 000 tons per quarter once development…

Food producer RCL Foods has taken a major step to expand its footprint in the fast-growing pet care industry, announcing a R695 million deal to acquire Martin & Martin from Simrose Overseas S.A. The binding agreement, announced on Tuesday, marks a significant strategic shift for RCL Foods, which has historically focused on dry pet food products. The acquisition will enable the group to enter new, high-growth segments including wet pet food, treats, biscuits, and broader pet care products. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals, including clearance from competition authorities, before it can be finalised. Martin & Martin is a well-established player in the local pet food market, producing a range of products under popular brands such as Husky, Pamper, Beeno, and Bob Martin. The company’s portfolio complements RCL Foods’…

THE Durban High Court has dismissed an application for leave to appeal brought by businessman Calvin Mathibeli, against an earlier ruling that ordered that he pay punitive legal costs in the matter involving KwaZulu-Natal’s provincial police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The appeal ruling, handed down yesterday follows an earlier judgment delivered on February 27, 2026, in which the court ordered Mathibeli to remove defamatory statements he had published about Mkhwanazi across social media platforms, websites and other digital media. The February ruling granted Mathibeli 24 hours to delete all defamatory posts and prohibited him from repeating what the court found to be false accusations against the senior police official. Mathibeli was also ordered to cover all legal costs related to the case. His subsequent bid to appeal the decision has now…

Nearly half of South Africa’s treated water is being lost before it even reaches consumers, highlighting a deepening crisis in the country’s water infrastructure. This is one of the key findings from the latest Green Drop, Blue Drop and No Drop reports released yesterday by Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina, which offer a detailed picture of the state of water quality, wastewater management, and system efficiency. According to the reports, non-revenue water, which includes leaks, theft, and billing failures, remains alarmingly high at 47.3% nationally, meaning almost half of all treated water is not generating any revenue. Closely linked to this is the level of physical water losses, with about 32% of water lost through leaks in pipes, reservoirs, and other infrastructure, pointing to widespread maintenance failures across municipalities.…

The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, turned down the legal bid by a law firm to overturn the appointment of Andy Mothibi as the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). B Xulu and Partners Incorporated (BXI) - the applicant - had earlier launched an urgent court application to halt the appointment of Mothibi, arguing that serious procedural flaws undermined the fairness and transparency of the selection process. The move came after President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Mothibi, head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), as the country’s new NDPP. He took over from Shamila Batohi on February 1. Yesterday the court stated that the applicant lacked the legal standing to pursue the application. It was also found that the president, in selecting Mothibi as the head of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA),…

The Sharks travelled to Ireland last night with Eben Etzebeth safely on board for his comeback match against Connacht on Friday night (9pm kick-off), but it appears that fellow Springboks – Siya Kolisi, Grant Williams, Andre Esterhuizen, and Bongi Mbonambi – have stayed in Durban. In fact, it is a Sharks squad likely to be bereft of key players for the Challenge Cup Round of 16 fixture. Also at home nursing injuries are the Hendrikse brothers, Jaden and Jordan. The latter is the first-choice flyhalf and his brother the first-choice scrumhalf when Williams is not available, which is often, and will be permanent at the end of the season when Williams moves to Japan. With Williams and Jaden indisposed, Bradley Williams and Ross Braude will be the 9s on duty…

Tottenham Hotspur appointed Roberto De Zerbi as the club’s third manager of the season yesterday, as they battle to avoid relegation from English football’s top flight for the first time in nearly 50 years. The former Brighton and Marseille boss has reportedly been handed a lucrative five-year deal, a move intended to convince him to take the job immediately rather than waiting to see which division Spurs will be in next season. Tottenham sit just one point above the relegation zone with seven games of the Premier League campaign remaining. De Zerbi replaces Igor Tudor, whose interim reign lasted only seven matches as Spurs crashed out of the Champions League and drifted ever closer to the drop zone. “I am delighted to be joining this fantastic football club, which is…

There is a quiet indignity in being a football fan from a country that failed to qualify for the Fifa World Cup. It hits you hardest when you are actually there, standing in a stadium halfway across the globe, surrounded by fans from 32 other nations. At Qatar 2022, I found myself walking into the posh Lusail Stadium wearing a Brazil shirt for their match against Serbia. Without South Africa in the mix, I was a nomad, searching for a second team to borrow some passion from, trying to convince myself that a Selecao goal mattered to me as much as a Bafana Bafana strike. I specifically chose the shirt because of Tottenham striker Richarlison, who ended up scoring a cracking bicycle-kick goal to win the match. Outside the stadium,…

The ongoing tensions in the Gulf have left financial markets grappling with ambiguity, as messages emanating from both the United States and Iran present a conflicting narrative. Wall Street experienced a dip, with the S&P 500 closing 0.4% lower, reflecting the uncertainty that has enveloped investors following recent developments. Bianca Botes, Director at Citadel Global, said, "As the war rages on, the week, once again, kicked off with mixed messaging from both the United States and Iran." This conflicting rhetoric has created an unpredictable atmosphere, impacting oil prices and market sentiment. President Donald Trump’s recent pronouncements have added to the confusion. Although there are reports suggesting he may be open to a ceasefire prior to the strategic Strait of Hormuz reopening, he simultaneously increased his “obliteration rhetoric” towards Iran following…

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau have called for urgent implementation of investment commitments made at the 2026 South Africa Investment Conference, as the country seeks to translate renewed confidence into economic growth and job creation. Closing the 6th SA Investment Conference yesterday, Ramaphosa said South Africa is entering a “new phase of growth,” buoyed by the highest level of investment pledges secured since the inaugural conference. “This conference has demonstrated that our economy is entering a new phase of growth,” Ramaphosa said. “There is a strong case for investment in South Africa today.” Ramaphosa highlighted that the cumulative value of pledges, alongside the number of projects announced, marks a record for the annual gathering. A significant portion of the commitments came from domestic…

South Africa’s formal sector recorded a slight uptick in employment in the final quarter of 2025, but economists and labour groups warn that the improvement may be short-lived amid mounting economic headwinds. According to the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics released by Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) on Tuesday, total employment rose by 18,000 jobs, or 0.2%, between September and December 2025. While the increase offers some relief in a persistently weak labour market, the gains were uneven and accompanied by notable declines in key sectors. StatsSA noted that the increase in employment was due to increases in trade by 1.6% and business services by 0.7%, while electricity remained unchanged. “However, there were decreases reported by the following industries: with construction recording the most at 13,000, manufacturing, community services, transport,…

In a country where power struggles have become a way of life, Wetility has unveiled the harsh reality about South Africa’s electricity crisis through its 2025 Energy Resilience Report. With findings drawn from over 57 municipalities, the report painted a grim picture of a nation grappling not just with load shedding, but with a widespread and untreated distribution network that continues to fail its citizens and businesses alike. The report detailed a staggering 91,934 unplanned outages across South Africa last year, with an average duration of 12.1 hours. More than half of these outages lasted longer than eight hours, translating to a potential of up to 132 hours of unplanned downtime each month for businesses lacking backup power. This presents a serious challenge, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty that companies…

Global automotive giants are deepening their collaboration on clean transport, with Toyota Motor Corporation aiming to join forces with Volvo Group and Daimler Truck in a strategic push to accelerate hydrogen-powered mobility. The three companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding that would see Toyota become an equal shareholder in cellcentric, a fuel cell joint venture established by Volvo and Daimler Truck in 2021. If finalised, the agreement would mark a significant step in the global race to decarbonise heavy-duty transport, positioning cellcentric as a leading developer and manufacturer of hydrogen fuel cell systems for trucks and other large-scale applications. The partnership brings together complementary strengths. Volvo and Daimler Truck contribute extensive expertise in commercial vehicle manufacturing, while Toyota adds more than three decades of experience in fuel cell…

Environmentalists have vowed to fight the rebuilding of the Sapref refinery in Durban, warning that they are concerned about environmental degradation. Desmond D’Sa, of the South Durban Community Environmental Alliance (SDCEA), said the community does not want the refinery close to them due to the environmental impact it may cause and the trauma they endured in the past due to fires and other incidents. He said rebuilding the refinery runs counter to what the country needs, and the trend around the world is to avoid investing in such projects. The Durban South community has always expressed displeasure about the presence of this and other similar refineries, citing health risks due to exposure to chemicals emitted during the process. “Last year, we protested, and we are hoping to hold another massive…

The Border Management Authority (BMA) yesterday said it has intensified border management and is implementing its anti-fraud and corruption campaign during this Easter weekend. Briefing the Home Affairs Portfolio Committee on planned operations to be conducted during the weekend, BMA’s assistant commissioner Belene Mkhabela said the planning phase started on February 5. He said the focus is on inter-agency coordination, risk assessment, intelligence analysis, resource mobilisation, and finalisation of readiness plans. He said they were now at the execution phase, which started on Monday and will run until April 9. “During this phase, resources will be enhanced, personnel redeployed, and post-operation assessments initiated to capture lessons learnt and operational insights,” he said. Mkhabela noted that the Easter operation was marked by increased movements of goods and persons, mainly for religious…

Nigeria’s High Commission has urged its nationals in South Africa to exercise caution and suspend socio-cultural activities following tensions linked to a disputed cultural event in the Eastern Cape. The High Commission said Nigerians should “be conscious and mindful of personal and individual safety, maintain a low profile at all times,” and “suspend any form of socio-cultural activities forthwith” amid what it described as “palpable tension in the country.” The warning follows public backlash and protests in KuGompo City (East London) over reports of the alleged coronation of an “Igwe King” by members of the Nigerian community. Protests in the area turned volatile on Monday, with residents and other stakeholders taking to the streets after images and videos of the alleged ceremony circulated online, fuelling outrage and claims that the…

Political parties in the eThekwini Municipality have called for the proposed tariff increases for electricity, water and rates among others to be carefully assessed amid the rising cost of living crisis in the country. This was after the municipality tabled its R74.7 billion budget and proposed tariff increases during a full council meeting yesterday. eThekwini mayor Cyril Xaba presented the draft budget for the 2026/27 financial year at the meeting. The total proposed budget for 2026/2027 is R74.7 billion, comprising an operating budget of R68.8 billion and a capital budget of R5.9 billion. The budget, including proposed tariff hikes, will be taken to the communities for public consultation. Xaba said the budget prioritises repairs and upgrading bulk infrastructure to enhance service delivery and stimulate economic growth in the city. He…

The Springboks management learnt last month that RG Snyman had injured his knee playing for Leinster against Glasgow Warriors, but the severity of the injury has likely caught them by surprise. For the third time in his career, Snyman has suffered a season-ending ACL rupture, which carries a six-to-nine-month rehabilitation period. This means he will play no rugby for the Boks in 2026 – a significant setback ahead of the “Greatest Rivalry” series against the All Blacks, and a devastating blow to the 31-year-old, who might have hoped his ill luck had finally run its course. Snyman’s first two ACL ruptures occurred in his left knee (2020 and 2021), while this latest blow in March affected his right. The rugby gods have frowned on Snyman more often than not;…

Kaizer Chiefs have established their own women’s team, the Kaizer Chiefs Ladies, stating that the decision is about building real pathways in the country for women in the game. After much anticipation, Chiefs officially launched their ladies’ team yesterday afternoon in Daveyton, Benoni, by purchasing Springs Home Sweepers (SHS), which was founded by former Banyana Bafana coach Joseph “Skheshekheshe” Mkhonza. “(Tuesday) marks a historic milestone as we officially unveil Kaizer Chiefs Ladies,” the club announced in a statement on their social media platforms. “We aren’t just joining the league; we are honouring the years of work by pioneers like SHS and (Mkhonza), to ensure that every girl child knows there is a place for her at the ‘Home of Legends’.” The team, which will be coached by Unathi Mbena and…

There are many moving parts in the current Lions setup, which have laid the groundwork for the team’s final push towards a first-ever play-off spot in the United Rugby Championship (URC). Currently fifth in the standings with 43 points, the Joburg-based team are within touching distance of finishing in the top eight and claiming a quarter-final berth. They have four matches remaining in the regular season, including two home games against the table-topping Glasgow Warriors and Connacht. One would hope that before they travel for their final two matches – against Leinster and Munster, respectively, in Ireland – coach Ivan van Rooyen and his men will have already secured their progression to the next phase of the tournament. While it is true that an improved attack, a more staunch defence,…

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has said his charges will need to produce something special in the Champions Cup to beat the red-hot Glasgow Warriors on their home turf this Saturday – so why not throw caution to the wind with his selections? The Warriors are one of the finest attacking sides in Europe. They boast a beefy pack that provides quality ball, brilliant backs, and an astute, attack-minded coach in Franco Smith. To beat the Warriors, who sit atop the United Rugby Championship with four rounds remaining, you simply have to outscore them. The Bulls’ pack is arguably a touch stronger than their Glaswegian counterparts, and on the fast 4G pitch at Scotstoun, the men from Pretoria have the backline to rack up the points. To that end, this is…

Alexforbes has processed and paid out over one million savings pot withdrawal claims since the launch of South Africa’s innovative two-pot retirement system on 1 September 2024. Since the system’s inception, the numbers tell a compelling story. Each withdrawal claim has averaged over R14,000, with an impressive payment turnaround time of just five business days. Moreover, Alexforbes has efficiently remitted more than R3.6 billion to the South African Revenue Service on behalf of its members, reflecting the system’s broader economic implications. As the 2026 tax year progresses, demand remains strong. From the start of the new tax year to 27 March 2026, Alexforbes received over 210,000 savings pot claims, mirroring the high volumes observed at the inception of the two-pot regime. This persistent demand is notable, especially given the immediate…

South Africa’s metropolitan economies, which have long been seen as the engines of national growth, are facing mounting pressure as job creation slows, populations surge, and structural shifts reshape urban life, according to the newly released Cities Economic Outlook 2026. The report—compiled through a collaboration between the National Treasury, the Human Sciences Research Council, and leading universities and released on Tuesday—paints a complex picture of cities in transition. While metros remain central to economic activity, it warned that their ability to sustain growth and absorb a rapidly expanding population is increasingly under strain. Drawing on more than a decade of detailed tax and employment data, the report reveals that metropolitan job growth has faltered, with only Cape Town and Tshwane showing consistent resilience. At the same time, higher-value sectors such…

South Africa’s agricultural sector has cautiously welcomed government’s decision to temporarily reduce the general fuel levy, but industry players warn that steep diesel price hikes will still place significant pressure on farmers and food prices in the months ahead. In a joint statement, Agri SA and Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) on Tuesday said the R3 per litre fuel levy reduction announced by government offers “important and timely relief” amid rising global energy prices. The intervention comes as fuel costs are set to rise sharply from 1 April. The levy cut, announced jointly with the finance minister Enoch Godongwana, is aimed at cushioning consumers and producers from the impact of global oil price volatility, exacerbated by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. “As the government has noted,…

The Presidential Climate Commission concluded its first strategic planning session for the new cohort of Commissioners, to consolidate its five-year priorities and programme of work as an independent statutory advisory body in terms of the Climate Change Act. With overwhelming consensus, we agreed that our next five years will be characterised by a shift towards more delivery-oriented advisory work. This practically means that we will be advancing a set of high-impact programme pipelines, including the Komati Power Station redevelopment, grid-related interventions, targeted climate awareness initiatives, and the Just Transition Financing Mechanism and other funding instruments as immediate vehicles for demonstrating the just transition in action. Good progress has already been made: Working Groups are now operational, and the Commission is positioned to move decisively into implementation, guided by three…

Airfares between South Africa and Europe have surged by as much as 170% in recent weeks before dropping back sharply, as fuel costs, route disruptions and peak travel demand collide. Pricing data shows a direct flight from London’s Heathrow to OR Tambo International Airport rose from about R19,000 in December last year to R51,600 on 21 March – a 171% increase – before falling back to around R20,000, a drop of about 61% from its peak. At the same time, flight pricing data seen on 25 March shows return tickets between Cyprus and Cape Town ranging between R57,000 and R58,600 via European routes. Historically, those fares have been far lower. Data shared with IOL shows return tickets from Cyprus to Cape Town cost about R12,000 in 2022, rising to about…

The rebuilding of the former SAPREF refinery in Durban will take close to eight years and cost more than R100 billion. The government revealed that work to rebuild the plant, which closed down in 2022 due to extensive flood damage, will soon get underway. Musa Mbhele, eThekwini City manager, alongside Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Phumzile Mgcina, conducted an oversight visit to the former SAPREF Refinery in Prospecton this week. In a statement, eThekwini Municipality said the facility, once a cornerstone of the country’s fuel production, is now rebranded as the South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) Refinery. It is being repositioned as a key driver of industrial renewal. Strategically located within the petrochemical value chain and adjacent to the Port of Durban’s logistics hub, the refinery is…

A flooded pothole in suburban Johannesburg has erupted into a political flashpoint after Helen Zille climbed in, swam, and filmed the entire act to expose what she described as ‘a city in decline’. The Johannesburg mayoral candidate for the Democratic Alliance (DA) posted the now-viral video on Monday, showing herself wading through murky water on Balder Road in Douglasdale. “Here we are, with a free and wonderful Saturday afternoon swim,” Zille says in the clip, half-satirical, half-searing. Moments later, she dips her head underwater, joking about searching for fish. Her message was clear: this is what residents are forced to live with. According to Zille, the water-filled crater has persisted for nearly three years, triggered by a burst pipe that has repeatedly been repaired—only to fail again. “Neighbours can’t get…

The South African Bookmakers Association (SABA) has raised concern over the scale of illegal offshore gambling in South Africa, warning that millions of consumers are being exposed to fraud, financial loss, and potential legal consequences. The warning follows a data-driven report commissioned by SABA in November 2024 from YieldSec, which found that illegal operators account for about 62% of all online gambling activity in the country. The report estimates that more than R50 billion in gross gambling revenue is diverted offshore each year. According to the findings, approximately 16 million South Africans engaged with illegal online gambling platforms over the past year. SABA CEO Sean Coleman said the figures point to a significant gap in enforcement. “While the positive impact of re-channelisation away from the illegal market is acknowledged and…

A widow claimed more than R400 000 in damages from the Eastern Cape MEC for Health arising from the medical treatment rendered by the Livingstone Hospital and later the Uitenhage Hospital to her husband, who ultimately died in hospital. Deane Olivier turned to the Eastern Cape High Court, sitting in Bhisho, where she claimed that the negligent care by hospital staff of her late husband caused him to develop bedsores. This, she said, led to septicemia and his death. She claimed damages for the emotional shock and trauma she endured due to her husband’s death. According to Olivier, he was subjected to substandard medical care while under the care and treatment of the defendant’s employees. She claimed the cost of her past and future medical treatment and general damages in…

There were growing calls yesterday for teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi to be fast-tracked into India’s senior national team after slamming a 17-ball 52 to launch his Indian Premier League season. The batsman turned 15 last week, making him eligible to represent India under International Cricket Council rules, having already starred for his country at youth level. On Monday, he smacked four fours and five sixes as Rajasthan Royals (RR) chased down a target of 128 with 7.5 overs to spare against Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati. The teenager made history in last year's IPL in a dazzling debut season highlighted by a 35-ball century, the second fastest in the history of the T20 tournament. Spin bowling great Anil Kumble compared Suryavanshi to batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, who made his full international…

Fifa president Gianni Infantino revealed yesterday that Iran “will be at the World Cup” and will play their group matches in the US as scheduled, despite the Middle East war. “Iran will be at the World Cup,” Infantino said, at half-time of Iran’s friendly against Costa Rica in Türkiye. “That’s why we’re here. We’re delighted because they’re a very, very strong team; I’m very happy. “I’ve seen the team, I’ve spoken to the players and the coach, so everything is fine,” added Infantino, whose attendance at yesterday’s game was unannounced. “He went on to stress that Iran’s “matches will be played where they are supposed to be, according to the draw”. The World Cup, being hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada, starts on June 11. Iran are set to…

Proteas Women’s stalwart Sune Luus has been there, done that and just fell short in a couple of World Cup finals. In the early hours of this morning she added to her illustrious record after taking the field for Proteas Women’s in the second One Day International New Zealand in another milestone match. The veteran all-rounder became only the second South African woman to reach the milestone of 150 caps for South Africa, a testament to her longevity and importance to the national side since making her debut as a 16-year-old in 2012. But, for all her experience, Luus has rarely encountered the type of confidence and free spirit with which the new breed of Proteas Women’s youngsters are playing the game with, especially the talented Kayla Reyneke, who has…

The Stormers have kept the composition of their squad for this week’s Champions Cup trip to Toulon under wraps, but one confirmed traveller is Hacjivah Dayimani, who has only recently returned to South Africa following a two-year stint in France. Dayimani addressed a media conference yesterday and seems set for a more prominent role on Saturday, after primarily being used as an impact player by coach John Dobson since his return. The loose forward, a product of Jeppe High School for Boys, began his career at the Lions before moving to the Stormers. In 2024, he joined the Parisian club Racing 92. He admits he learned a great deal in the Top 14, but when he found himself regarded primarily as a winger, he decided it was time to come…