Business Report

Reserve Bank expected to keep interest rates on hold amid VAT, inflation pressures ...

South Africa's industrial policy requires urgent overhaul towards sustainability

Banele Ginindza|Published 11 hours ago

South Africa's fossil fuel subsidies have skyrocketed to R118 billion, raising concerns about economic benefits and climate commitments. Experts call for urgent ...

Business sector voices reservations over Tobacco Bill as negotiations continue

Tawanda Karombo|Published 12 hours ago

Business Unity South Africa approves the Nedlac report on Tobacco Bill consultations while raising significant concerns about international NGO involvement and unilateral ...

Nersa approves 12. 74% tariff increase for Eskom direct customers

Yogashen Pillay|Published 12 hours ago

Ratepayers express concerns over NERSA's approval of a 12. 74% tariff increase for Eskom direct customers, highlighting the financial strain on low-income households ...

Google launches R2. 5bn cloud region in Johannesburg, heralding a new era for Africa

Siphelele Dludla|Published 13 hours ago

Google's landmark R2. 5 billion investment in a new Cloud region in Johannesburg marks a transformative moment for Africa's digital future. The infrastructure project ...

FSCA confident South Africa will exit FATF greylist this year

Edward West|Published 13 hours ago

FSCA officials express optimism about South Africa's potential removal from the FATF grey list, highlighting significant reforms in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism ...

REVIEW: Regus workspace Willowbridge

Partnered Content|Updated 2 days ago

The Regus brand has dominated the global workspace market.

Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone: Aiming to become Africa's energy hub

Partnered Content|Published 1 week ago

RBIDZ is poised to attract more than R290 billion in project investments that could transform it into a significant energy hub.

Retail sales surge by 7% in January as consumers spend more

Philippa Larkin|Published 13 hours ago

South Africa's retail sector kicks off 2025 with impressive growth, as January sees a 7. 0% year-on-year increase in sales, driven by improved consumer spending ...

Mantashe calls for bold oil and gas exploration to boost South Africa's economic growth

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Minister Gwede Mantashe advocates for accelerated fossil fuel exploration in South Africa, arguing it could boost economic growth to 5-8% and eliminate the need ...

Public comment invited on R100bn draft Transformation Fund for black-owned businesses

Philippa Larkin|Published 13 hours ago

Minister Parks Tau has unveiled the R100 billion Draft Transformation Fund aimed at empowering black-owned businesses, now open for public comment until May 7

CPI steady at 3. 2% in February as interest rate speculation grows

Ashley Lechman|Published 16 hours ago

The annual consumer price inflation (CPI) remained unchanged from January’s level of 3. 2% in February.

Goss’s wilt and leaf blight – a new disease in South African maize production

Dr. Rikus Kloppers|Published 17 hours ago

Discover how Goss's wilt disease is affecting South African maize crops, its impact on international trade, and essential prevention strategies for farmers. Learn ...

The Budget and the battle for growth: a just transition perspective

Khwezikazi Windvoel|Published 18 hours ago

Explore the implications of South Africa's first-ever Budget under the Government of National Unity, as it sparks a critical debate on economic growth and climate ...

BRICS+ Series: South Africa's E-commerce Boom: How Digital Shopping is Reshaping BRICS Markets

Banthati Sekwala and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published 18 hours ago

Explore how the e-commerce industry is reshaping Africa's retail landscape, with projected revenues reaching $39. 44 billion by 2025 and the driving forces behind ...

South Africa's consumer inflation remains steady at 3. 2% amid rising production costs

Siphelele Dludla|Published 18 hours ago

South Africa's economic landscape is experiencing varied inflationary pressures across different sectors, demanding attention from both policymakers and consumers. ...

South Africa's potential departure from AGOA amid US tensions poses regional risks

Tawanda Karombo|Published 20 hours ago

South Africa's participation in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) hangs in the balance as tensions with the United States escalate. With potential implications ...

Acsa: How decarbonising aviation can drive a sustainable future

Riaaz Essack|Published 22 hours ago

Explore how decarbonising aviation not only reduces emissions but also transforms airports into sustainable hubs for the future.

South Africa’s renewable energy sector celebrates dual financial milestones

Philippa Larkin|Published 23 hours ago

This week marks a significant advancement in South Africa's renewable energy landscape as two major projects secure financial backing, paving the way for a sustainable ...

African Rainbow Capital Investments plans to delist from JSE and A2X markets

Edward West|Published 1 day ago

African Rainbow Capital Investments intends to delist from the JSE and A2X markets, offering shareholders a premium for their shares while shifting its headquarters ...