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NAMPO reflects optimism and growing concerns in South Africa’s agriculture sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The recent NAMPO exhibition in Bothaville showcased the vibrancy and challenges of South Africa's agriculture sector, as industry leaders discuss the future amidst pressing issues like disease and logistics.

Freight industry welcomes Transnet Port recovery but warns against overstating progress

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Freight forwarders express cautious optimism over Transnet's reported increase in vessel traffic, while highlighting the need for deeper structural reforms in South ...

A modern marshall plan: reviving South Africa's economy

Zingiswa Losi|Published

South Africa's latest jobs report reveals a staggering 43.7% unemployment rate, signalling an urgent need for government intervention. With rising global fuel prices ...

Standard Bank, Orizon launch carbon credit programme for regenerative farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Standard Bank has announced a partnership with Orizon Agriculture to introduce South Africa's first bank-backed regenerative agriculture carbon credit programme, ...

Grain SA urges tariff reforms to protect local wheat industry amidst global uncertainty

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Grain SA highlights the urgent need for a review of the wheat tariff system to ensure fair competition for South African producers against heavily subsidised imports, ...

The deceptive curve: why Zipf’s Law masks South Africa’s spatial decadence

Dr Pali Lehohla|Published

Explore how Zipf’s Law, a cornerstone of urban hierarchy theory, fails to accurately depict South Africa’s complex spatial economy, revealing deeper issues of inequality ...

South Africa’s food inflation remains low despite rising global commodity prices

Ashley Lechman|Published

Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop says strong harvests and favourable weather conditions are helping keep food inflation low in South Africa, despite rising ...

Economic pressures lead to job losses as consumers navigate the ailing economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey from Statistics South Africa reveals a troubling rise in the unemployment rate to 32.7%, as the economy grapples with inflation, ...

Regenerative farming key to climate resilience and sustainable agriculture, experts say

Yogashen Pillay|Published

xperts discuss the significance of regenerative farming practices at a recent panel hosted by Nedbank, highlighting their role in environmental protection and carbon ...

Scania unveils fuel-efficient super truck at NAMPO 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At NAMPO Harvest Day 2026, Scania South Africa unveiled the Scania Super, a next-generation transport solution designed to enhance fuel efficiency and operational ...

Retailers and union offer relief efforts to Western Cape communities

Ashley Lechman|Published

The devastating Western Cape floods have sparked renewed calls for stronger disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience as humanitarian support efforts intensify ...

Diesel-dependent construction sites are feeling the impact of soaring fuel prices

Roelof van den Berg|Published

For construction sites that heavily depend on diesel for daily operations, rising costs may place greater pressure on already tight project budgets.

Middle East conflict keeps oil prices above $100 as South Africans brace for fuel hikes

Ashley Lechman|Published

Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop warns that prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could drive inflation higher, weaken economic growth, and push fuel ...

The hidden surcharge raising South African grocery bills

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africans already facing inflation pressure may soon feel another hidden cost burden as cyber attacks on retailers and logistics firms quietly push up the price ...

South African banks grapple with rising fraud threats and mounting losses

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa's banking sector faces a troubling surge in fraud, new data reflects the need for urgent action. With leaders expressing growing concern over the ...

South Africa cannot solve today’s jobs crisis with yesterday’s industries

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

South Africa faces a staggering unemployment crisis, with rates soaring to 32.7% and youth unemployment exceeding 45%. This article explores the urgent need for ...

Farmers warn of mounting financial pressure as Grain SA pushes for urgent support measures

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Leaders from Grain SA, AFASA, and the South African government convened at Nampo to address the pressing challenges faced by grain farmers, including rising costs ...

Treasury defends local government funding model amid provincial concerns over fiscal allocations

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The National Treasury addresses growing concerns from provinces regarding municipal funding, infrastructure backlogs, and the need for reforms in the provincial ...

BER warns Middle East tensions and fuel spike could force Sarb rate hike

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and surging fuel prices, a new report from the Bureau for Economic Research raises concerns about South Africa's inflation ...

Transnet reports surge in vessel traffic as port efficiencies improve

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet National Ports Authority announces a 9% increase in vessel traffic and a 4.2% rise in cargo throughput, marking a significant milestone in operational efficiency ...