Reindustrialising Africa starts with regional value chains

Cheryl Buss|Published

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia hold immense mineral wealth, yet their potential for a robust continental value chain remains unfulfilled. This article ...

Gas projects in South Africa: The legal imperative for compliance

Dr Jonty Cogger|Published

As South Africa grapples with its energy future, the legal battles over gas projects reveal critical questions about environmental protection and community rights. ...

Chocolate, psychology and South Africa’s sweet opportunity

Cameron Herman|Published

Chocolate is more than just a sweet indulgence; it's a reflection of our values and a potential economic powerhouse for South Africa. As consumers increasingly seek ...

Achieving energy security and net zero by 2050: Insights from a comprehensive study

Thomas Garner|Published

Discover the pivotal findings of a groundbreaking study on South Africa's energy sector, revealing a strategic roadmap to achieve energy security and net zero goals ...

South Africa's economic lifeline lies not in giants, but in its grassroots

Devan Pillay|Published

Since the late 1990s, South Africa has integrated into the global economic system, creating a competitive formal economy. However, this engine of prosperity is faltering, ...

The price of poverty is paid in the cradle

Nicola Mawson|Published

Discover how financial hardship shapes childhood development and the urgent need for comprehensive solutions that address both economic and emotional challenges

When the point-of-sale machine goes down, so does the economy

Brendan van der Mescht|Published

Data from the PayInc Economic Index Report for August shows that the number of transactions cleared through PayInc, formerly BankservAfrica, reached an all-time ...

Is AI dismantling McKinsey & Co's oligopoly or strengthening it?

Andile Masuku|Published

In 2014, a mentorship meeting sparked a journey into the evolving consulting landscape, where AI challenges the oligopoly of firms like McKinsey. Explore how AI ...

Beyond money: The significance of the Please Call Me settlement

Wesley Diphoko|Published

The 'Please Call Me' settlement has sparked speculation about its financial details, but the true story lies in the fight for justice and recognition led by Nkosana ...

Anglo American's slow exit from South Africa: A silent crisis

Pali Lehohla|Published

Dr Pali Lehohla reflects on the implications of Anglo American's impending departure from South Africa, highlighting the silence of civil servants and the potential ...

When the builders fall silent: How South Africa’s engineering soul began to fray

Nomvula Zeldah Mabuza|Published

Explore how the decline of South Africa's construction industry mirrors broader economic challenges and what it means for the nation's future.

South Africa needs new tools to win the war against tender corruption

Solly Phetoe|Published

South Africa faces a staggering level of procurement corruption, threatening democracy and public services. As the nation seeks stronger measures to combat this ...

More of the same: Financial markets remain nervous about AI stocks

Chris Harmse|Published

Investors in South Africa are on high alert as the JSE experiences volatility, with warnings from Goldman Sachs and the IMF about potential market corrections. How ...

Editor's Note: Please Call Me: The David and Goliath Battle has finally ended

Philippa Larkin|Published

After nearly 20 years of legal battles, Nkosana Kenneth Makate and Vodacom have reached an out-of-court settlement in the long-running Please Call Me dispute, marking ...

Resilience is not optional: why disaster risk reduction must anchor the G20 agenda

Tavaziva Madzinga|Published

If the G20 can place disaster risk and resilience at the heart of its agenda, it will not only strengthen the world’s capacity to withstand crises, it will help ...

The compounding returns of investing in South Africa's brightest

Natasha Mkhize|Published

Quality education for disadvantaged learners isn't a cost- it's the smartest investment a nation can make.

Emotional Intelligence - the real power behind effective business leadership

Roland Innes|Published

Leaders must move beyond simply acknowledging team contributions and actively champion them, cultivating an environment where high trust and high performance are ...

Steenkampskraal: South Africa’s hidden billion-rand opportunity

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

An abandoned mine in Steenkampskraal holds the key to South Africa’s economic resurgence, with rare-earth deposits poised to challenge global supply chains and redefine ...

At 85 the Industrial Development Corporation is staking a claim to relevance

Mmakgoshi Lekhethe|Published

The Industrial Development Corporation, celebrating 85 years of driving sustainable industrialisation, has played a pivotal role in shaping South Africa's economy. ...