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Afrimat warns soaring energy costs threaten mining margins despite stronger earnings
Siphelele Dludla|Published

Afrimat warns soaring energy costs threaten mining margins despite stronger earnings ...

SMEs: Turning difficult conversations into better performance

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover practical strategies for small and medium enterprises to enhance performance management, address underperformance, and foster a culture of accountability ...

Oil prices remain volatile as Iran peace talks lift global market sentiment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

" Global financial markets experienced volatility on Thursday as renewed hopes for a US-Iran peace agreement led to a significant drop in oil prices, impacting investor ...

Why your most valuable items need insurance beyond your front door

Sherry Sibeko|Published

Discover why the most valuable items you carry daily, from smartphones to jewellery, are at risk and how portable insurance can protect you.

Africa’s gender economic parity delayed by 50 years as women entrepreneurs face funding crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

Digital entrepreneurship is emerging as a lifeline for African women facing rising unemployment, inequality and funding barriers.

South African SMEs turn to technology and advisors to navigate uncertainty

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Discover how South African small businesses are leveraging digital technology and expert financial advice to enhance resilience and decision-making in a challenging ...

FMD Response SA warns slow vaccine rollout risks prolonging foot-and-mouth outbreak

Yogashen Pillay|Published

FMD Response SA raises alarms over South Africa's vaccination strategy for foot-and-mouth disease, urging a more synchronised approach to combat the virus effectively. ...

South Africa, Botswana push regional livestock vaccine drive to combat animal diseases

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa and Botswana are enhancing their cooperation on livestock vaccine development and animal disease control, aiming to improve agricultural productivity ...

Why high-net-worth taxpayers are turning to tax opinions

Danielle Luwes|Published

High-net-worth taxpayers are increasingly seeking tax opinions to navigate complex tax positions and reduce risks. This article explores the benefits of obtaining ...

Inflation outlook darkens as economists warn of more fuel-driven pressure, possible rate hike

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's inflation rate surged to 4% in April, driven by soaring fuel costs, prompting expectations of an interest rate hike by the South African Reserve Bank. ...

eThekwini under fire over R6.4bn irregular spend as officials defend procurement failures

Siphelele Dludla|Published

eThekwini Municipality is under fire for over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, as DA MP Farhat Essack challenges municipal leaders on accountability and compliance ...

Vukile Property Fund raises R2.8bn for Italian expansion

Edward West|Published

Vukile Property Fund has successfully raised R2.8 billion from the market through an accelerated bookbuild to help fund its initial entry into the Italian commercial ...

Shopping activity growth slows as economists warn fuel shock could hit consumer spending

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's retail sector demonstrated modest growth in March 2026, despite challenges from rising fuel prices and global uncertainties. Key insights reveal varying ...

Eskort expands ‘Invisible Food Network’ with new stores in Joburg and Paarl

Published

South African food producer Eskort is expanding its retail footprint with new stores in Johannesburg and Paarl, showcasing its integrated supply chain and commitment ...

South Africans’ confidence in property market hits record high in 2026, Absa index shows

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Consumer confidence in South Africa's residential property market has surged to its highest level since 2015, driven by optimism among homebuyers and investors, ...

Averi Finance, Mantengu explore reverse merger for pan-African investment platform

Edward West|Published

Averi Finance and Mantengu are in early discussions for a reverse merger that could create a powerful pan-African investment platform focused on energy, infrastructure, ...

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

Edward West|Published

Southern Sun's financial results reveal a complex landscape as the hospitality group faces challenges from the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising 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 ...