Australia's social media ban: Lessons for African policymakers
Andile Masuku|Published

Australia's social media ban: Lessons for African policymakers

Winning the AI Race: The crucial role of digital infrastructure design

Canninah Dladla|Published

Discover how strategic digital infrastructure decisions are becoming the key to success in the AI race, as companies invest billions to outpace competitors and drive ...

Investment is stirring – now we must turn momentum into growth: BLSA

Busiswe Mavuso|Published

South Africa's economy shows signs of recovery with a surprising 2.1% GDP growth, prompting revised forecasts and renewed optimism for investment. Discover how this ...

Silence has a cost: A governance mandate for Anti-Corruption Day

Published

On this International Anti-Corruption Day, we explore the pervasive issue of corruption in South Africa and the critical role of whistleblowers in exposing wrongdoing. ...

Madlanga Commission's witness assassination poses major risk to SA’s investment reputation

Siphelele Dludla and Yogashen Pillay|Updated

The assassination of a key witness in the Madlanga Judicial Commission raises serious concerns about South Africa's investment climate and the protection of whistleblowers, ...

Black business defends PIC amid growing criticism of R3.5trln unlisted portfolio

Banele Ginindza|Published

The Black Business Council calls for restraint in public criticism of the Public Investment Corporation as political parties demand increased scrutiny of its governance ...

‘This centre could revitalise SA manufacturing industry’ - Deputy Minister Gina hails UP-WEF partnership on global 4IR centre ...

Partnered Content|Published

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina celebrates the launch of the South African Centre for Industry and Technology (SACIT), the first South African member of the World ...

Women of UP shine at SA Women in Science Awards

Partnered Content|Published

The University of Pretoria congratulates the outstanding #WomenOfUP for their excellence in their respective fields of work.

South Africa’s economy gaining momentum, but window for reform is narrow: BER Report

Yogashen Pillay|Published

A recent report by the Bureau for Economic Research reveals a positive shift in South Africa's economy, highlighting growth opportunities and the urgent need for ...

Building sector sentiment climbs to joint 10-year high, but majority still unhappy with conditions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's building sector shows signs of recovery as the FNB/BER Building Confidence Index rises to its highest level in a decade, driven by strong consumer ...

Eskom finalises MoU with ferrochrome producers to stabilise struggling industry

Philippa Larkin|Published

Eskom has finalised a pivotal MoU with Samancor Chrome and Glencore–Merafe to implement long-term measures aimed at stabilising the struggling ferrochrome sector, ...

Nampak reports strong profit growth as turnaround strategy bears fruit

Edward West|Published

Nampak's financial results show impressive growth with attributable profit nearly doubling to R1.2 billion as the packaging group's turnaround strategy takes hold. ...

SPAR Group improves performance in the second-half and strengthens its balance sheet

Edward West|Published

SPAR reports a 2.4% year-on-year revenue increase despite challenging economic conditions in South Africa. " The SPAR Group has reported a substantial 40% reduction ...

Capitec expands into SME payments market with R400 million Walletdoc acquisition

Edward West|Published

Capitec Bank Holdings will acquire fintech company Walletdoc for R400 million, strategically positioning itself in the competitive SME payments sector. The acquisition ...

Absa Group shares rise 4.2% following positive trading update

Edward West|Published

Absa Group's shares jumped 3.5% on Monday following a positive trading update that confirmed performance in line with expectations. The bank projects improved ROE ...

Emirates says jet fuel constraints remain a major threat to South Africa’s aviation recovery

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Emirates Airlines highlights the critical jet fuel shortages and infrastructure challenges facing South Africa's aviation sector, urging immediate action to safeguard ...

Trustco rejects Riskowitz Value Funds' hostile takeover bid

Edward West|Published

Namibian financial services group Trustco has rejected a hostile takeover attempt by Riskowitz Value Fund, citing legal, procedural, and governance failings. CEO ...

5 guilt-free ways to avoid the December debt trap this festive season

David Molotsi|Published

The joy of festive spending often leads to January's financial hangover. Financial adviser David Molotsi shares five practical strategies to enjoy the holiday season ...

Italtile reports modest retail growth amid challenging building industry conditions

Edward West|Published

Italtile's latest trading update reveals a modest 1.2% increase in retail turnover, while manufacturing sales declined by 6.2% amid intense competition from low-priced ...

How science infrastructure drives local economic development

Professor Blade Nzimande.|Published

Discover how South Africa's investment in science infrastructure, particularly the Square Kilometre Array, is not only advancing scientific knowledge but also transforming ...