Philippa Larkin

Business Reporter Editor

South Africa's Tau and Lamola outline strategy to urgently tackle new US tariffs

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South Africa unveils a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the impact of new US tariffs, aiming to safeguard its industrial base and foster inclusive economic growth ...

Bank Zero and Green Riders: empowering SA’s marginalised youth through entrepreneurship

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Discover how the partnership between Bank Zero and Green Riders is revolutionising entrepreneurship for South Africa’s marginalised youth, providing innovative banking ...

SiyaQhubeka Forests enhances community ownership in a groundbreaking forestry deal

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SiyaQhubeka Forests has significantly increased its community partner's equity stake, marking a pivotal moment for inclusive growth in South Africa's forestry sector. ...

Old Mutual's insights on US trade policies and economic headwinds

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Global markets brace for US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs as Old Mutual's Siboniso Nxumalo and Meryl Pick analyse the economic headwinds and investment ...

Rand on backfoot amidst global market jitters ahead of Trump's tariff salvo

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The rand has weakened against the dollar as investors brace for US President Donald Trump's tariff announcements. What does this mean for South Africa's economy? ...

Absa Group's leadership shuffle: Executive pay rises amid reputational challenges

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Absa Group's 2024 integrated report reveals a tumultuous leadership shuffle that has raised eyebrows, as interim CEO Charles Russon's pay surged to R35. 47 million ...

SA Revenue Service collects record revenue ahead of Budget vote

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ars has set a new benchmark by collecting R2. 303 trillion in gross revenue for the 2024/25 fiscal year, surpassing expectations just before the crucial Budget vote. ...

OECD: Navigating the uncertainties of the ocean economy by 2050

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The OECD’s report on the ocean economy reveals a doubling in value from $1 trillion in 1995 to $2 trillion in 2020, yet warns of significant threats from climate ...

AYO Technology reduces operating expenses, improves cashflow, signalling sustainability

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AYO Technology Solutions, an ICT investment group, has reported a remarkable 62% reduction in operating losses for the year ending August 31, 2024, despite facing ...

Elon Musk's key advice for entrepreneurs: Focus on usefulness and face challenges

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Discover Elon Musk's essential advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in Wisconsin, where he emphasises the importance of creating value and warns of the challenges ahead. ...

Editor's Note: April's economic dilemma: South Africa's Budget vote and Trump's tariffs

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April brings critical economic challenges for South Africa in 2025, highlighted by a pivotal Budget vote and looming tariffs from the US. As the nation grapples ...

Tribunal issues reasons for blocking Vodacom’s R13. 2bn Maziv deal uver competition concerns

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The Competition Tribunal has issued its reasons for prohibiting Vodacom from acquiring a stake in fibre company Maziv, citing significant anti-competitive effects ...

Novus to urgently appeal regulator’s withdrawal of takeover approval for Mustek

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Novus Holdings announces its urgent appeal against the Takeover Regulation Panel's withdrawal of approval for its mandatory offer to acquire Mustek Limited, highlighting ...

MultiChoice warns of tough financial year ahead amid economic pressures

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MultiChoice cautions that its financial results for the year ending March 31, 2025, may be adversely affected by ongoing economic challenges, including high inflation ...

SA Post Office and Postbank clarify roles in social grant transition

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The South African Post Office has distanced itself from assisting Post Bank card holders, leaving millions of social grant beneficiaries in a critical transition ...

Datatec reports strong trading update with 6% gross profit growth expected

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Shares in Datatec, the JSE-listed ICT company, rose 2. 38% following a trading update that forecasts a 6% increase in gross profit for FY25, driven by strong demand ...

Discovery Bank launches AI-driven security features to disrupt South Africa’s banking sector

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Discovery Bank has launched a suite of innovative AI-powered tools and security features, aiming to disrupt South Africa's traditional banking giants. With over ...

Record renewable energy growth in 2024 falls short of global targets, Irena says

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Despite a record surge in renewable power capacity in 2024, are we doing enough to meet the ambitious targets set for 2030? Discover the insights from Irena's latest ...

Oceana sees mixed financial results amid global pricing shifts

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Discover how Oceana's latest trading update reveals significant shifts in financial performance and what it means for the future of the fishing industry.

Gazprombank's withdrawal: DA urges Mantashe to clarify PetroSA's future

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What will happen to South Africa's energy security after the Gazprombank deal collapse?

PPC and Yellow Door Energy sign 24. 5 MW solar power purchase agreement

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PPC and Yellow Door Energy have signed a significant 24. 5 MW solar power purchase agreement, enabling clean electricity delivery to four PPC operations via the ...

Watch VideoEditor's Note: The case for rethinking South Africa's strategic reserves in a digital age

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Amid a global financial revolution led by stablecoins and digital currencies, South Africa's Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago advocates for traditional monetary ...

Ulrik Bengtsson appointed as new CEO of Sun International, succeeding Anthony Leeming

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Ulrik Bengtsson is set to take the helm at Sun International as CEO, succeeding Anthony Leeming, who retires after 26 years with the company. This transition marks ...

Alexforbes strengthens investment team with new chief investment officers

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Alexforbes, a leading JSE-listed financial services group, has announced a strategic boost to its investment team, appointing experienced chief investment officers ...

G20 Dialogue: South Africa's strategy to close the infrastructure funding gap

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Deputy Minister David Masondo advocates for blended finance solutions to tackle a $1 trillion global infrastructure funding shortfall at the G20 Infrastructure Investors’ ...