IMF Africa chief Abebe Selassie to retire after leading department through turbulent decade

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Abebe Aemro Selassie, director of the IMF’s African Department, announces his retirement after a transformative 32-year career, marked by significant contributions to economic stability in sub-Saharan Africa.

Mining giants Glencore and Rio Tinto restart merger talks for R3.42 trillion deal

Edward West|Published

Glencore and Rio Tinto have renewed merger discussions that could create a R3.42 trillion mining powerhouse, surpassing BHP as the world's largest mining group. ...

Global cooperation adapts under pressure but remains below what the world needs - WEF

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite increasing geopolitical tensions, the World Economic Forum's Global Cooperation Barometer 2026 reveals that global cooperation is adapting and evolving, ...

CMS investigates Discovery Health's co-payment recovery claims

Edward West|Published

The Council for Medical Schemes is investigating claims that Discovery Health Medical Scheme is seeking to recover co-payments from members due to a processing error, ...

WeBuyCars launches own inspection service as it drops Dekra’s vehicle condition reports

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

In a bid to enhance transparency and customer satisfaction, WeBuyCars has replaced Dekra Automotive with its own subsidiary, Inspectify, for vehicle condition reports ...

Flexible payment options: Shoprite's PayJustNow helps customers navigate financial pressures

BR Reporter|Published

Facing financial pressures as the new year begins, South Africans can now turn to Shoprite's PayJustNow for flexible, interest-free payment options that help manage ...

New vehicle sales surge past pre-pandemic levels to clock nearly 600 000 in 2025

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's new vehicle market experienced a remarkable recovery in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic sales levels for the first time. This article explores the factors ...

HCI Sells 65% stake in Whale Coast Village Mall for R600 million

Edward West|Published

Hosken Consolidated Investments (HCI) continues its property disposal strategy with the sale of its 65% stake in Hermanus' Whale Coast Village mall for R600 million, ...

TRP rules Novus must increase Mustek takeover bid by 15.4% following probe

Edward West|Published

The Takeover Regulation Panel (TRP) has ruled that Novus Holdings must increase its Mustek offer by 15.4% to R15.41 per share after an investigation found undisclosed ...

OUTsurance announces secondary listing on A2X Markets

Philippa Larkin|Published

OUTsurance Limited has secured approval for a secondary listing on A2X Markets, with shares set to trade from January 14, 2026. This move not only enhances trading ...

Acsa slams claims of security capacity gaps amid allegations of staff poaching

Banele Ginindza|Published

Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) addresses allegations of inadequate security staffing and management at its airports, following serious breaches and claims ...

Unions warn of showdown with govt as Transalloys lays off workers over power costs

Banele Ginindza|Published

Labour unions are raising alarms over potential job losses in the ferrochrome sector as Transalloys announces retrenchments due to soaring electricity costs. Unions ...

He sold 12 000 vehicles: Hyundai’s Siya Qamba promoted to senior executive role

BR Reporter|Published

Siya Qamba's remarkable journey at Hyundai Automotive South Africa culminates in a senior executive role, following an impressive track record of 12,000 vehicle ...

Anheuser-Busch InBev to reacquire R49bn stake in US metal container plants

Published

Brewing giant reclaims control of strategic packaging facilities to ensure supply chain efficiency and innovation capability for its global beer brands.

Jubilee Metals shifts focus to Zambian copper after SA asset sale payments

Edward West|Published

Jubilee Metals Group has received the second $10m instalment from the sale of its South African Chrome and PGM operations, bringing the total to $20m. The JSE and ...

IMF flags deepening growth bottlenecks as Botswana’s diamond model comes under strain

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Botswana's economy, heavily reliant on diamond revenues, faces serious challenges as global demand declines. The IMF highlights structural bottlenecks and calls ...

Civil construction confidence soars to 11-year high, FNB/BER Index shows

Edward West|Published

The FNB/BER Civil Confidence Index has jumped nine points to 52 in Q4 2025, reaching its highest level in 11 years. Improved activity in renewable energy and mining ...

SA manufacturing activity slips to 11-month low as weak demand drags business sentiment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's business conditions worsened in December, with the S&P Global PMI dropping to its lowest level in nearly a year, reflecting subdued demand and declining ...

The political economy of oil in Venezuela: Power, policy, and persistent decline

Chifi Mhango|Published

Venezuela's oil industry, despite its vast reserves, serves as a cautionary tale of how political choices and institutional decay can lead to economic collapse. ...

SA, Botswana consider relocating Groblersbrug border post as Beitbridge traffic shifts fuel congestion

Banele Ginindza|Published

Discussions between South Africa and Botswana are underway to relocate the Globersbridge Border post, aiming to address severe congestion caused by increased cargo ...