SA construction activity rebounds strongly as sector sees marked improvements

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's construction sector shows a promising recovery in Q3 2025, with the Afrimat Construction Index reporting a 10.2% increase. Despite challenges in capital ...

Green economy continues to surge as WEF predicts market will top $7trln within the decade

Siphelele Dludla|Published

A new report from the World Economic Forum reveals that the green economy has become the world’s second-fastest growing market, projected to exceed $7 trillion by ...

Sarb flags final year of Jibar as transition to ZARONIA enters critical phase

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's financial landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as the SARB prepares to discontinue the Johannesburg Interbank Average Rate (Jibar) ...

Business confidence rebounds in Q4 as sentiment lifts across most sectors

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's business sentiment shows a promising rebound in the final quarter of 2025, with the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index rising to its highest level ...

South Africa’s manufacturing activity slumps again in November as cost pressures rise

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's private sector experiences a second consecutive month of contraction, with the S&P Global PMI dropping to 49.0 in November, indicating ongoing economic ...

South Africa's GDP growth remains sluggish despite signs of recovery

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite a slight increase in GDP growth, South Africa's economy faces ongoing challenges, with forecasts suggesting growth may remain below 1% this year. Experts ...

Tribunal approves Exxaro’s acquisition of Ntsimbintle interests, subject to conditions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Competition Tribunal has approved a merger that will see ManganExx, a subsidiary of Exxaro Resources, acquire key mining and marketing interests from Ntsimbintle ...

South Africa–Europe shipping route could run on green ammonia by 2029: Study

Siphelele Dludla|Published

A new feasibility study reveals that Saldanha Bay could emerge as a global hub for ammonia-fueled shipping by 2029, linking South Africa with Europe and supporting ...

SA paves way for legal hemp production with new Plant Improvement Act

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's agricultural landscape is set for transformation with the implementation of the Plant Improvement Act of 2018, introducing modern regulations for ...

New-vehicle market surges as easing inflation, fuel prices and rate cuts lift sentiment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Data from Naamsa showed that aggregate new-vehicle sales rose to 54 896 units, an increase of 6 113 units compared to the 48 783 units sold during the same month ...

SA manufacturing slumps to contractionary terriroty, signalling deepening sector strain

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The latest Absa Purchasing Managers' Index reveals a sharp decline in South Africa's manufacturing sector, highlighting ongoing challenges in demand and production. ...

SA paves way for competitive electricity market after Nersa approves market operator licence

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Nersa's approval of the Market Operator licence for NTCSA marks a pivotal moment in South Africa's electricity sector, signalling a shift towards a competitive market. ...

African finance ministers push for bankable projects, private capital at AfDB Investment Forum

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Zambia’s Minister of Finance and National Planning Situmbeko Musokotwane said the country is emerging from its debt crisis, supported by an improved credit rating. ...

R60bn class action lawsuit against banks hits critical stage over inclusion of new evidence

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

The Gauteng High Court is set to hear a crucial application in a R60 billion class action against major South African banks, accused of unlawfully repossessing homes ...

Households see some relief, but financial resilience remains fragile, Altron FinTech Index shows

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite a modest 2.3% improvement in household financial resilience in Q2 2025, South African households face ongoing economic pressures, with long-term financial ...

Industry questions motives behind Transnet’s R6bn AFD loan as concerns rise over conditions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

This comes after Transnet on Tuesday announced the sustainability-linked loan from AFD, with the support of the European Union (UE), as a major initiative to accelerate ...

SA Tourism under scrutiny as SIU launches probe into payments for undelivered services

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised a comprehensive investigation into allegations of corruption and maladministration at South African Tourism, following years ...

Transnet secures R6bn AFD loan in landmark green partnership at G20 Summit

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Transnet's partnership with the French Development Agency and the European Union marks a significant step towards decarbonising South Africa's logistics sector, ...

BMW maintains premium-segment leadership despite surge of Chinese brands, market disruptions

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Despite a decade-long decline in luxury car sales, BMW Group South Africa continues to lead the premium vehicle segment, thanks to its commitment to quality, customer ...

G20 Leaders seal landmark agreements on debt, energy, climate and inclusive growth at Joburg Summit

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South Africa's G20 Presidency culminated in a landmark Declaration, positioning Africa at the forefront of global decision-making and addressing critical issues ...

G20 Summit in SA trumps detractors, puts poor countries’ issues at center of global discourse

Siphelele Dludla|Published

At the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasised the urgent need for global support to alleviate debt burdens and accelerate climate ...

EU, AU back call for global inequality panel as pressure mounts on G20 leaders

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Amidst a growing global inequality crisis, the European Council and African Union support the establishment of an International Panel on Inequality, aiming to provide ...

Interest payments on low-income country debt have doubled, G20 warns as burden deepens

Siphelele Dludla|Published

G20 leaders express concern over the escalating debt crisis affecting low-income countries, particularly in Africa, as rising interest payments threaten essential ...

Italy commits to slashing debt of low, and middle-income countries by half in 10 years

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Italy has announced a groundbreaking debt-relief plan to alleviate financial pressures on low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Africa, aiming to halve ...

Italy commits to slashing debt of low, and middle-income countries by half in 10 years

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Italy has announced a groundbreaking debt-relief plan to alleviate financial pressures on low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Africa, aiming to halve ...