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Southern Sun reports steady results amid rising Middle East tensions and fuel costs
Edward West|Published

Southern Sun reports steady results amid rising Middle East tensions and fuel costs ...

UCT academics support Treasury’s proposed online betting tax as gambling concerns mount

Ashley Lechman|Published

UCT researchers say Treasury’s proposed online betting tax is needed to address rising gambling harms and protect vulnerable households.

PIC backs R2.26bn bid to take Balwin Properties private

Edward West|Published

Balwin Properties has received a R1.21 billion offer from a consortium led by the Public Investment Corporation, marking a significant shift towards private ownership ...

Why traditional salary models are failing South African employees

Rene Richter|Published

An analysis by Paymenow reveals that South African workers have lost over 40% of their purchasing power against essential costs over the past decade, highlighting ...

KZN agricultural union welcomes lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease management restrictions

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Kwanalu celebrates the lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease restrictions in KwaZulu-Natal, highlighting the significant impact on the agricultural sector and the importance ...

Call for nominations for membership of the Advisory Council on Military Veterans

Partnered Content|Published

The Department of Military Veterans has invited nominations for qualified individuals to serve on the Advisory Council on Military Veterans.

April fuel price shock pushes consumer prices near 2-year high

Yogashen Pillay|Published

April 2026 sees a significant rise in South Africa's Consumer Price Index, driven by soaring fuel prices. StatsSA reports the highest inflation since August 2024, ...

Court rules KZN bus contract extensions unconstitutional, orders fresh tender process

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has ruled that the extensions of transport contracts for subsidised bus operators are unconstitutional, impacting public transport procurement ...

South Africa’s industrial sector still heavily reliant on coal despite decarbonisation push

Ashley Lechman|Published

hile businesses support decarbonisation, coal remains critical for many industrial operations due to cost, supply security and infrastructure limitations, according ...

Africa Energy Forum 2026 to spotlight industrial scale infrastructure and energy investment

Ashley Lechman|Published

Energy leaders, sovereign wealth funds and mining executives will gather at the Africa Energy Forum to discuss transmission, renewable energy and critical minerals ...

How behaviour, not volatility, affects wealth

Mark MacSymon|Published

Mark MacSymon CFP® wealth manager at Private Client Holdings writes that staying invested during uncertain times is the hardest and most important decision investors ...

Brent crude surge keeps rand under pressure as gold loses shine

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Brent crude oil prices remain above $110 a barrel as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran escalate, impacting global markets and currencies.

South African mines accelerate renewable energy adoption as carbon regulations tighten

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African mining companies are increasingly turning to privately contracted renewable energy as global carbon regulations and emissions disclosure requirements ...

The huge export opportunity for South African chicken

Chris Coombes|Published

South Africa's poultry industry has the potential to significantly increase chicken exports, creating jobs and earning billions in foreign exchange. This article ...

African development must embrace its procedural justice and agency of communities

Her Majesty (HM) Queen Neo Mopeli|Published

On Africa Day, we reflect on the African Union's theme of ensuring sustainable water availability and sanitation systems, recognising these as vital for economic ...

Speeding could void your car insurance: what South African drivers need to know

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

South African motorists may face severe consequences for speeding, including the potential loss of insurance cover. Learn how reckless driving can affect your claims ...

AfCFTA Secretariat and ITC renew partnership to boost intra-African trade

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and the International Trade Centre (ITC) have renewed their partnership to enhance trade opportunities ...

Strong performance by Collins Property Group amid economic challenges

Edward West|Published

Collins Property Group has reported a 12.8% increase in distributable income per share, driven by a low vacancy rate and strategic asset management, despite facing ...

Western Cape storms trigger electricity crisis, threatening fruit exports and jobs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Severe storms in the Western Cape have caused a critical electricity crisis, threatening the agricultural sector and leading to significant infrastructure damage. ...

ITAC moves to shield SA’s steel industry from global import crisis

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's steel industry is in crisis due to global overcapacity and rising imports. The government is responding with new tariff measures to protect local ...