POPIA turns its attention to gated access

Ahmore Burger-Smidt|Published

The Information Regulator's proposed Code of Conduct aims to transform how gated access areas manage personal information, addressing public concerns over excessive ...

Wall Street reacts as US inflation accelerates and rate hikes loom

Ashley Lechman|Published

As US inflation hits new highs, Wall Street trembles and markets across Asia show caution. Discover how these economic shifts might shape the future as global tensions ...

Jobs crisis deepens as weak growth and rising costs lock millions out of work

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's unemployment rate has surged to 32.7% in early 2026, highlighting the severe economic challenges facing the nation. With youth unemployment at a staggering ...

Competition watchdog warns concentration still stifles South Africa’s growth

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Competition Commission reveals that economic concentration continues to stifle growth and job creation, particularly affecting small and medium enterprises, ...

The urgent need for Just Adaptation

Brandon Abdinor|Published

As climate impacts intensify, the urgency for effective and equitable climate change adaptation measures grows. Discover how addressing these challenges can protect ...

Pension Funds Adjudicator criticises governance failures in death benefit claim

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A pensioner’s battle to claim her late son’s death benefit highlights severe governance issues within the Chemical Industries National Provident Fund, as the Pension ...

Tourism positioned as key growth engine at Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At Africa’s Travel Indaba, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasises the vital role of tourism in economic growth, job creation, and regional integration, while outlining ...

Nedbank CIB secures R11.5bn financing for Ivanhoe Mines' Platreef project

Edward West|Published

Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking has arranged a landmark $700 million financing for Ivanhoe Mines' Platreef project, marking a significant investment in ...

Motsepe's African Rainbow Energy takes control of SA's biggest independent renewables group

Edward West|Published

African Rainbow Energy, led by Patrice Motsepe, has acquired an 83% stake in SOLA Group, South Africa's largest independent power company, aiming to enhance the ...

Constitutional Court ruling reignites scrutiny of SA Reserve Bank over Phala Phala scandal

Ashley Lechman|Published

The recent Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala farm scandal has intensified scrutiny on the South African Reserve Bank's actions. This article explores ...

Tractor sales rebound in April as farmers weigh rising costs and weaker commodity prices

Yogashen Pillay|Published

April 2026 marked a recovery in South African agricultural machinery sales, with tractor sales up 4% year-on-year. However, industry experts caution that rising ...

Constitutional Court ruling reshapes tax risk management in South Africa

Willem J Oberholzer|Published

The Constitutional Court of South Africa's recent ruling in Absa Bank Limited and United Towers (Pty) Ltd v CSARS fundamentally alters the landscape of tax risk ...

MTN's share price falls 4.1 percent, warns about economic effects from Middle East conflict

Edward West|Published

MTN's share price fell by 4.1% on the JSE, despite a strong first quarter performance with service revenue up 21.1%. The company is navigating macroeconomic challenges ...

Africa CDC and Aspen move to secure long-term African vaccine supply partnership

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Africa CDC and Aspen Pharmacare are in advanced discussions to establish a long-term vaccine supply partnership, aimed at enhancing Africa's vaccine manufacturing ...

MPC preview: SA Reserve Bank faces tough choices amid inflation uncertainty

Ashley Lechman|Published

With the MPC meeting approaching, analysts and economists turn their gaze toward inflation data and geopolitical tensions that could reshape SA's economic landscape. ...

Grandma's wisdom illustrates the need for trust beyond words in digital security

Ashley Lechman|Published

: Explore how age-old wisdom about trusting actions over words transforms contemporary cybersecurity in light of rising AI-driven threats. Learn why behavioural ...

Octodec Investments reports strong growth in distributable income amid strategic realignment

Edward West|Published

Octodec Investments has reported an 11.1% increase in distributable income per share, alongside strategic asset sales and a focus on high-quality properties, as ...

Is your car warranty still valid? 4 signs it's time to consider protection

Keagan Sloman|Published

Discover the four crucial signs that indicate it's time to consider a car warranty, even if your vehicle is currently running smoothly. Protect yourself from unexpected ...

Naspers and Prosus shares drop as CEO warns of reduced iFood earnings in 2027

Edward West|Published

Naspers and Prosus experienced a sharp decline in share prices following CEO Fabricio Bloisi's announcement of reduced earnings for iFood in 2027 due to increased ...