Shares vs. derivatives: what investors need to know

Wendy Myers|Published

Discover the essential differences between shares and derivatives, and learn how to effectively use these financial instruments to achieve your investment goals.

Old Mutual's economist dashes hopes for the required 6% economic growth in South Africa

Siphelele Dludla|Published

As South Africa navigates through a complex economic tapestry, experts such as Johann Els and Busisiwe Mavuso underscore a cautious optimism rooted in structural ...

Godongwana highlights debt vulnerabilities and global economic concerns at G20 summit

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana highlights the pressing economic challenges facing developing countries at the G20 Finance Ministers meeting, emphasising the need ...

Assessing carbon readiness in the automotive sector: Insights from a new study

Philippa Larkin|Published

Discover how a recent study by Nedbank and Naacam reveals the automotive sector's readiness for carbon neutrality and the challenges it faces in meeting global sustainability ...

Tensions rise as FlySafair pilots prepare to strike over salary negotiations

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Tensions are rising at FlySafair as its pilots, frustrated over salary negotiations and working conditions, prepare to strike. With nearly 84% rejecting management's ...

Concerns Raised Over New Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak in Free State

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Red Meat Industry Services and TLU SA express concerns over a new Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak in the Free State, highlighting the need for effective containment ...

South African enterprises are rapidly adopting Generative AI but without formal strategies, study finds

Philippa Larkin|Published

South African enterprises are rapidly adopting Generative AI, yet most lack the formal strategies and infrastructure needed to maximise its potential, according ...

South Africa's rental market sees strongest growth in years amid economic uncertainty

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Despite a challenging economic landscape, South Africa's residential rental market has experienced a remarkable 5. 6% growth in Q1 2025, driven by strong tenant ...

Postbank asks Parliament to push for R1. 7bn funding

Banele Ginindza|Published

Postbank CEO Nikki Mbengashe reveals the urgent need for R1. 7 billion to maintain capital adequacy and discusses the bank's role in addressing South Africa's unbanked ...

Pharmisa welcomes Sahpra’s commitment to local pharmaceutical production

Philippa Larkin|Published

Pharmisa celebrates Sahpra's new policy aimed at enhancing local pharmaceutical manufacturing in South Africa, a crucial step towards ensuring medicine and vaccine ...

Trevor Manuel highlights debt crisis as a barrier to African development at G20 meetings

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Former Finance Minister Trevor Manuel discusses the detrimental effects of rising debt on Africa's development, highlighting the urgent need for reform and the establishment ...

Transnet and United Manganese of Kalahari sign 10-year contract

Philippa Larkin|Published

Transnet and UMK have entered a significant 10-year contract to enhance manganese transportation in South Africa, showcasing confidence in the logistics sector's ...

Calls for independent review of Treasury's funding decisions for SA Post Office

Banele Ginindza|Published

Deputy Minister Mondli Gungubele urges for an independent review system to assess the National Treasury's funding decisions, following the rejection of a R3. 8 billion ...

Airports security breaches allegations prompt Acsa to suspend security chief

Banele Ginindza|Published

Aiirports Company South Africa suspends Group Executive Mzwandile Petros amid serious allegations of misconduct related to a R1 billion tender for Smart Security ...

Another Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak raises alarm among farming organisations

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Farming associations express concern over the ongoing Foot and Mouth Disease outbreaks in South Africa, highlighting the need for improved biosecurity measures and ...

Mining sector shows signs of recovery with significant rise in iron ore output

Siphelele Dludla|Published

In May, South Africa's mining sector experienced a slight recovery, driven by a significant increase in iron ore production, signalling potential growth amidst ongoing ...

Ethics in the grey zone: governing conflicts of interest with courage

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore the latest developments as Absa files for leave to appeal a High Court judgment, seeking clarity on the implications of this decision

Green Connection slams EIA approval of Shell’s Northern Cape oil exploration project

Philippa Larkin|Published

The Green Connection, a South African non-profit organisation, expresses deep concern over the recent approval of Shell's Environmental Impact Assessment for its ...

G20 Finance Track meetings to address trade uncertainty and global economic imbalances

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Dr Rashad Cassim, Deputy Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, highlights the importance of the G20 Finance Track meetings in Ballito, emphasising the need ...

Funding shortfall jeopardises SA Post Office's business rescue plan

Philippa Larkin|Published

Without additional funding from the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies, the SA Post Office's business rescue plan faces significant setbacks, ...