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 discuss the implications of recent data and the government's response to structural refo…

Araxi delivers resilient financial performance in software and payments

Edward West|Published

Araxi Limited, previously known as Capital Appreciation, has demonstrated resilience in its half-year results with increased market share and new client acquisitions ...

SA chrome miners reject proposed export tax, blame industry collapse on electricity tariffs

Tawanda Karombo|Published

South Africa's chrome mining sector is pushing back against government plans to impose a tax on chrome ore exports, citing crippling electricity tariffs as the primary ...

FirstRand reports strong first half operational performance, grows earnings

Edward West|Published

FirstRand's latest trading update reveals operational and financial performance tracking in line with expectations, with improved advances growth across South Africa, ...

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 ...

A-G flags R2.3bn drain by water tankers as maintenance collapses across municipalities

Banele Ginindza|Published

An alarming AGSA report reveals that over R2 billion was spent on water tankering services in South Africa due to severe infrastructure failures, with 90% of wastewater ...

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 ...

London West End portfolio continues to drive positive results for Shaftesbury Capital

Edward West|Published

Shaftesbury Capital reports positive performance with 367 leasing transactions completed year-to-date, 9% ahead of estimated rental value. The London West End portfolio ...

Merafe Resources - Glencore JV to close two ferrochrome smelters and axe jobs

Edward West|Published

Merafe Resources announces that recent government electricity tariff proposals will only save one of its three ferrochrome smelters, with retrenchment notices already ...

Estate planning lessons from the famous faces we lost in 2025

Grant Fietze|Published

As 2025 draws to a close, we remember iconic figures like Robert Redford, Ozzy Osbourne, and Diane Keaton who left us this year. Beyond their fame, their estate ...

Beyond replacement: Rethinking board succession as stewardship

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore how viewing succession as stewardship can transform governance practices, ensuring continuity and stability in leadership transitions.

Estate planning considerations for offshore assets

Mariska Redelinghuys|Published

Investing offshore offers South African investors valuable diversification, but comes with complex estate planning challenges. Learn how to navigate probate processes, ...

Africa’s demand for refined products to surge into 2050

NJ Ayuk|Published

Africa stands at a pivotal moment in global energy dynamics, with the potential to leverage its fossil fuel resources for equitable development. This article explores ...

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 ...

Fairvest exceeds annual guidance with 11.2% distribution growth

Edward West|Published

Fairvest Property Holdings reports 11.2% growth in distributions per B share, exceeding its annual guidance of 8-10%. The company is successfully transitioning to ...

GovChat–Meta discovery battle stalls as Tribunal postpones matter indefinitely

Banele Ginindza|Published

GovChat's legal challenge against Meta faces indefinite postponement as the Competition Tribunal urges both parties to streamline the discovery process in a high-profile ...

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 ...

Remgro to take full control of Mediclinic Southern Africa in a restructuring with MSC

Edward West|Published

Remgro, the JSE-listed investment group chaired by renowned South African businessman Johann Rupert, and global shipping company MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company ...

Tharisa declares 33% lower dividend despite improved headline earnings

Edward West|Published

Tharisa has declared a 33% lower final dividend despite improved headline earnings, as the South African platinum and chrome mining company grapples with decreased ...

Alexforbes raises interim dividend 9% as operating income grows

Edward West|Published

Financial services giant Alexforbes has announced solid interim results across all business segments, with operating income up 9% and assets under management growing ...