CEF positions itself to take over oil majors’ assets as companies exit South Africa

Banele Ginindza|Published

The Central Energy Fund is set to acquire fuel infrastructure from global oil companies exiting South Africa, aiming to secure national fuel supply and enhance its downstream operations.

Sizwe Hosmed medical scheme makes significant progress under curatorship

Edward West|Published

Explore how a healthcare scheme is focusing on financial sustainability and membership growth, while addressing past challenges in healthcare access for its members ...

Sarb flags final year of Jibar as transition to ZARONIA enters critical phase

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as the SARB prepares to discontinue the Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (Jibar) ...

Business confidence rebounds in Q4 as sentiment lifts across most sectors

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's business sentiment shows a promising rebound in the final quarter of 2025, with the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index rising to its highest level ...

South Africa’s manufacturing activity slumps again in November as cost pressures rise

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's private sector experiences a second consecutive month of contraction, with the S&P Global PMI dropping to 49.0 in November, indicating ongoing economic ...

Binance unveils crypto app for children with full parental control

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Binance launches Binance Junior, a groundbreaking crypto app designed specifically for children and teenagers. With robust parental controls and educational features, ...

National Financial Ombud warns against Buy Now Pay Later schemes this festive season

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

As South Africans face increasing Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) offers during the festive season, the National Financial Ombud warns these unregulated credit options ...

South Africa's GDP growth remains sluggish despite signs of recovery

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite a slight increase in GDP growth, South Africa's economy faces ongoing challenges, with forecasts suggesting growth may remain below 1% this year. Experts ...

Araxi delivers resilient financial performance in software and payments

Edward West|Published

Araxi Limited, previously known as Capital Appreciation, has demonstrated resilience in its half-year results with increased market share and new client acquisitions ...

SA chrome miners reject proposed export tax, blame industry collapse on electricity tariffs

Tawanda Karombo|Published

South Africa's chrome mining sector is pushing back against government plans to impose a tax on chrome ore exports, citing crippling electricity tariffs as the primary ...

FirstRand reports strong first half operational performance, grows earnings

Edward West|Published

FirstRand's latest trading update reveals operational and financial performance tracking in line with expectations, with improved advances growth across South Africa, ...

Tribunal approves Exxaro’s acquisition of Ntsimbintle interests, subject to conditions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Competition Tribunal has approved a merger that will see ManganExx, a subsidiary of Exxaro Resources, acquire key mining and marketing interests from Ntsimbintle ...

A-G flags R2.3bn drain by water tankers as maintenance collapses across municipalities

Banele Ginindza|Published

An alarming AGSA report reveals that over R2 billion was spent on water tankering services in South Africa due to severe infrastructure failures, with 90% of wastewater ...

South Africa–Europe shipping route could run on green ammonia by 2029: Study

Siphelele Dludla|Published

A new feasibility study reveals that Saldanha Bay could emerge as a global hub for ammonia-fueled shipping by 2029, linking South Africa with Europe and supporting ...

London West End portfolio continues to drive positive results for Shaftesbury Capital

Edward West|Published

Shaftesbury Capital reports positive performance with 367 leasing transactions completed year-to-date, 9% ahead of estimated rental value. The London West End portfolio ...

Merafe Resources - Glencore JV to close two ferrochrome smelters and axe jobs

Edward West|Published

Merafe Resources announces that recent government electricity tariff proposals will only save one of its three ferrochrome smelters, with retrenchment notices already ...

Estate planning lessons from the famous faces we lost in 2025

Grant Fietze|Published

As 2025 draws to a close, we remember iconic figures like Robert Redford, Ozzy Osbourne, and Diane Keaton who left us this year. Beyond their fame, their estate ...

Beyond replacement: Rethinking board succession as stewardship

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore how viewing succession as stewardship can transform governance practices, ensuring continuity and stability in leadership transitions.

Estate planning considerations for offshore assets

Mariska Redelinghuys|Published

Investing offshore offers South African investors valuable diversification, but comes with complex estate planning challenges. Learn how to navigate probate processes, ...

Africa’s demand for refined products to surge into 2050

NJ Ayuk|Published

Africa stands at a pivotal moment in global energy dynamics, with the potential to leverage its fossil fuel resources for equitable development. This article explores ...