Shopping activity growth slows as economists warn fuel shock could hit consumer spending

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's retail sector demonstrated modest growth in March 2026, despite challenges from rising fuel prices and global uncertainties. Key insights reveal varying ...

Eskort expands ‘Invisible Food Network’ with new stores in Joburg and Paarl

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South African food producer Eskort is expanding its retail footprint with new stores in Johannesburg and Paarl, showcasing its integrated supply chain and commitment ...

South Africans’ confidence in property market hits record high in 2026, Absa index shows

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Consumer confidence in South Africa's residential property market has surged to its highest level since 2015, driven by optimism among homebuyers and investors, ...

Averi Finance, Mantengu explore reverse merger for pan-African investment platform

Edward West|Published

Averi Finance and Mantengu are in early discussions for a reverse merger that could create a powerful pan-African investment platform focused on energy, infrastructure, ...

Southern Sun reports steady results amid rising Middle East tensions and fuel costs

Edward West|Published

Southern Sun's financial results reveal a complex landscape as the hospitality group faces challenges from the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising fuel costs, ...

UCT academics support Treasury’s proposed online betting tax as gambling concerns mount

Ashley Lechman|Published

UCT researchers say Treasury’s proposed online betting tax is needed to address rising gambling harms and protect vulnerable households.

PIC backs R2.26bn bid to take Balwin Properties private

Edward West|Published

Balwin Properties has received a R1.21 billion offer from a consortium led by the Public Investment Corporation, marking a significant shift towards private ownership ...

Why traditional salary models are failing South African employees

Rene Richter|Published

An analysis by Paymenow reveals that South African workers have lost over 40% of their purchasing power against essential costs over the past decade, highlighting ...

KZN agricultural union welcomes lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease management restrictions

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Kwanalu celebrates the lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease restrictions in KwaZulu-Natal, highlighting the significant impact on the agricultural sector and the importance ...

Call for nominations for membership of the Advisory Council on Military Veterans

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The Department of Military Veterans has invited nominations for qualified individuals to serve on the Advisory Council on Military Veterans.

April fuel price shock pushes consumer prices near 2-year high

Yogashen Pillay|Published

April 2026 sees a significant rise in South Africa's Consumer Price Index, driven by soaring fuel prices. StatsSA reports the highest inflation since August 2024, ...

Court rules KZN bus contract extensions unconstitutional, orders fresh tender process

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has ruled that the extensions of transport contracts for subsidised bus operators are unconstitutional, impacting public transport procurement ...

South Africa’s industrial sector still heavily reliant on coal despite decarbonisation push

Ashley Lechman|Published

hile businesses support decarbonisation, coal remains critical for many industrial operations due to cost, supply security and infrastructure limitations, according ...

Africa Energy Forum 2026 to spotlight industrial scale infrastructure and energy investment

Ashley Lechman|Published

Energy leaders, sovereign wealth funds and mining executives will gather at the Africa Energy Forum to discuss transmission, renewable energy and critical minerals ...

How behaviour, not volatility, affects wealth

Mark MacSymon|Published

Mark MacSymon CFP® wealth manager at Private Client Holdings writes that staying invested during uncertain times is the hardest and most important decision investors ...

Brent crude surge keeps rand under pressure as gold loses shine

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Brent crude oil prices remain above $110 a barrel as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran escalate, impacting global markets and currencies.

South African mines accelerate renewable energy adoption as carbon regulations tighten

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African mining companies are increasingly turning to privately contracted renewable energy as global carbon regulations and emissions disclosure requirements ...

The huge export opportunity for South African chicken

Chris Coombes|Published

South Africa's poultry industry has the potential to significantly increase chicken exports, creating jobs and earning billions in foreign exchange. This article ...

African development must embrace its procedural justice and agency of communities

Her Majesty (HM) Queen Neo Mopeli|Published

On Africa Day, we reflect on the African Union's theme of ensuring sustainable water availability and sanitation systems, recognising these as vital for economic ...