A business and economics journalist for Business Report, a major news brand. Dludla's extensive coverage portfolio includes active reporting on the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, where he has focused on South Africa’s engagement with global economic partners and its policy and investment narratives. Dludla is also a key voice on African trade and continental economic developments. He has reported on events such as the Intra-Africa Trade Fair (IATF) 2025.
US President Donald Trump's recent decision to impose a 10% import surcharge raises significant concerns for global trade and South Africa's export outlook. Experts ...
With Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's 2026 Budget Speech approaching, South Africans are concerned about bracket creep—a silent tax increase that affects disposable ...
Following the US Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's tariffs, South Africa's trade negotiations face new challenges and opportunities. Experts weigh ...
The African Export-Import Bank forecasts that South Africa's economic growth will struggle to exceed 2% over the next decade, highlighting the need for structural ...
Discover the alarming findings of the 2025 Profmed Stress Index, revealing how South African professionals are grappling with unprecedented levels of stress due ...
Brent crude oil prices have surged above $71 per barrel, driven by escalating tensions between the US and Iran. This article explores the implications for South ...
Retail sales in South Africa are projected to improve in 2026, driven by lower inflation and a more favourable interest rate environment, despite a challenging festive ...
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen urges immediate action to prevent the shutdown of key sugar mills following the liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, warning of ...
South Africa's annual consumer price inflation has decreased to 3.5% in January 2025, driven by lower fuel costs and steady food inflation, according to Statistics ...
South Africa's official unemployment rate has decreased to 31.4%, yet the labour market faces deeper issues, including underemployment and a growing pool of discouraged ...
The Eastern Cape has the highest unemployment rate in South Africa, revealing significant regional disparities in the labour market, according to the latest Quarterly ...
Jabu Mphambo has been appointed as the acting CEO of the Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa, following the resignation of Themba Rikhotso. This ...
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to present a cautious 2026 National Budget, with economists predicting a focus on fiscal consolidation and stable tax policies ...
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces significant challenges as he prepares to table the National Budget, balancing ambitious commitments made by President Cyril ...
At the 39th African Union Summit, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasised the urgent need for economic reforms and climate justice, highlighting the financial ...
African leaders and financial institutions gather to transform water investment pledges into actionable projects, aiming to enhance water security and infrastructure ...
Following a cybersecurity breach, the Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa is under scrutiny as reports emerge of a R50 million ransom demand. ...
President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirms the government's commitment to the Business Licensing Bill, facing criticism from various sectors that warn it may hinder small ...
South Africa's tourism sector is set to benefit from the government's expansion of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, aimed at simplifying visa processes ...
President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious reforms to South Africa's energy sector aim to establish a competitive electricity market and attract private investment, but ...
President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines transformative reforms in South Africa's energy and logistics sectors, aiming to enhance competition, attract private investment, ...
Toyota South Africa's CEO Andrew Kirby warns that the country's automotive sector is at a crossroads, facing challenges related to market scale and competitiveness. ...
South Africa's mining sector experienced a modest 0.1% growth in 2025, driven by iron ore and manganese, despite significant declines in platinum group metals and ...
Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby highlights the pressing challenges facing the automotive industry, including rising costs, infrastructure issues, and ...
Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby discusses the vital role of competition in the automotive industry, advocating for strategic interventions to enhance ...