Sizekhaya promises modern, transparent new era for South Africa’s national lottery

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Sizekhaya Holdings, the new operator of South Africa's National Lottery, has unveiled plans to modernise the lottery system, enhance transparency, and increase public ...

Strengthening B-BBEE impact by expanding productive participation

Dr Nthabiseng Moleko|Published

South Africa faces a critical challenge in overcoming its low-growth trap. This article explores the necessity of increasing Black participation in the economy through ...

Middle East tensions and fuel shock push South African trade conditions into decline

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) reports that ongoing tensions in the Middle East are significantly impacting trade conditions and input ...

Understanding Sars v Poulter: Tax Court representation and legal strategy

Willem J. Oberholzer|Published

Explore the implications of the Supreme Court of Appeal's judgment in SARS v Poulter, which affirms the right of taxpayers to be represented by non-legal practitioners ...

Sars secures victory in Tax Court over State Capture-linked taxpayer

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

SARS has achieved a significant victory in the Tax Court against a taxpayer involved in the controversial locomotive procurement deals from the State Capture era, ...

Ramaphosa, Boko push for faster SA-Botswana integration, border bottlenecks and trade

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Botswana's President Duma Boko announce new agreements to enhance economic integration, improve border processes, and foster regional ...

Sugarcane growers race to save Tongaat Hulett ahead of liquidation hearing

Yogashen Pillay|Published

A new grower-led initiative, GrowerCo, aims to save Tongaat Hulett from impending liquidation, highlighting the potential economic devastation for KwaZulu-Natal's ...

Stellantis targets Africa growth surge in ambitious FaSTLAne 2030 strategy

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Stellantis has launched its FaSTLAne 2030 programme, aiming for significant revenue growth and localised vehicle production in Africa and the Middle East. The strategy ...

Flood damage adds new pressure on South Africa’s agriculture sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent floods in the Western Cape and other regions are set to impact South Africa's agriculture sector significantly, according to Agbiz's Chief Economist Wandile ...

AUDA-NEPAD and Mashatile call for swifter action on African economic integration

Edward West|Published

Delegates at the AUDA-NEPAD 25th anniversary in Cape Town emphasise the urgent need for economic integration in Africa, highlighting challenges such as trade barriers, ...

Tiger Brands accelerates green energy transition with landmark wheeling deal

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Tiger Brands has entered a significant renewable energy wheeling agreement with Apollo Africa, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability in ...

Maximise your financial potential: the importance of the tax year start

Adrian Hope-Bailie|Published

Discover why the beginning of the tax year is more important than the deadline. Learn how early financial planning can lead to better outcomes and set you up for ...

Agoa extension brings relief but reciprocal trade concerns linger amid SA-US tensions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The United States has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) trade programme until December 2026, offering much-needed relief to South African exporters ...

Why small business growth in Africa cannot wait for venture capital

Khwezi Jackson|Published

Explore how small amounts of capital can drive significant growth for small businesses in Africa, highlighting the challenges of traditional funding and the emerging ...

Afrimat warns soaring energy costs threaten mining margins despite stronger earnings

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Afrimat reports a 20.3% increase in revenue, but rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions pose challenges for the mining group.

SMEs: Turning difficult conversations into better performance

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover practical strategies for small and medium enterprises to enhance performance management, address underperformance, and foster a culture of accountability ...

Oil prices remain volatile as Iran peace talks lift global market sentiment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

" Global financial markets experienced volatility on Thursday as renewed hopes for a US-Iran peace agreement led to a significant drop in oil prices, impacting investor ...

Why your most valuable items need insurance beyond your front door

Sherry Sibeko|Published

Discover why the most valuable items you carry daily, from smartphones to jewellery, are at risk and how portable insurance can protect you.

Africa’s gender economic parity delayed by 50 years as women entrepreneurs face funding crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

Digital entrepreneurship is emerging as a lifeline for African women facing rising unemployment, inequality and funding barriers.