South Africa's gold industry faces sodium cyanide shortage - DRDGold

Edward West|Published

Amid soaring gold prices, South Africa's gold industry grapples with a critical sodium cyanide shortage, impacting production and prompting strategic responses from key players like DRD Gold

Pan African Resources’ share price rises as profits soar by over 200%

Edward West|Published

Pan African Resources has reported a remarkable profit increase of over 200%, driven by a significant rise in gold production. The company's share price reflects ...

MTN Group's R35 billion offer accepted by IHS Towers board

Edward West|Published

MTN Group has made a significant move to acquire IHS Towers for R35 billion, aiming to strengthen its position in Africa's digital infrastructure market. The deal, ...

Firms urged to have plan in place for Competition Commission dawn raids after scrap metal crackdown

Banele Ginindza|Published

Are your business practices ready for a dawn raid? South African companies are urged to implement comprehensive response plans as the Competition Commission intensifies ...

Why demonstrable skills are eclipsing traditional CVs

Jeremy Bossenger|Published

The traditional CV is transforming from a standalone hiring tool to just one part of a broader evaluation process. This article explores how dynamic proof of skills, ...

Foot-and-Mouth outbreak sends meat prices to 8-year high despite softer headline inflation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite a slight decrease in South Africa's inflation rate, consumers are facing significant pressure as meat prices surge to multi-year highs due to the Foot-and-Mouth ...

Glencore returns to profit, says standalone business case 'strong'

AFP|Published

Full-year profit reached $363 million after a loss of $1.6 billion posted in 2024, in what CEO Gary Nagle called " a year of significant progress".

Steenhuisen calls for urgent resolution as sugar mill crisis puts 40,000 livelihoods at risk

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen urges immediate action to prevent the shutdown of key sugar mills following the liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, warning of ...

Insufficient power tariffs threaten 3,000 jobs at Glencore-Merafe Chrome Smelter

Edward West|Published

Despite Nersa approving an interim electricity tariff for ferrochrome smelters, Merafe directors warn it's insufficient for long-term viability, leaving 3000 jobs ...

TikTok removes 920,000 videos in South Africa to enhance user safety

Ashley Lechman|Published

In an unprecedented move to boost user safety, TikTok has removed over 920,000 videos in South Africa as part of its dedication to community well-being. Discover ...

Grindrod projects earnings surge of over 100% for 2025 boosted by strategic deals

Edward West|Published

With a predicted earnings leap for 2025, Grindrod Limited is showing resilience and strategic foresight in a challenging market. Read more to understand the factors ...

Inflation eases to 3.5% as fuel relief and stable food prices offset meat surge

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's annual consumer price inflation has decreased to 3.5% in January 2025, driven by lower fuel costs and steady food inflation, according to Statistics ...

SA’s hidden jobs crisis: Underemployment and the surge in the potential labour force

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's official unemployment rate has decreased to 31.4%, yet the labour market faces deeper issues, including underemployment and a growing pool of discouraged ...

South Africa's insurance breakthrough: why execution trumps strategy in 2026

Jo‑Anne Pohl|Published

The article explores why execution rather than strategy will determine success, offering practical priorities for insurers looking to close protection gaps and build ...

BHP reports record copper production which now contributes 51% of earnings

Edward West|Published

BHP reports that copper now contributes over 50% of core earnings as production increases by 30% over four years. The mining giant has raised its copper production ...

BHP partners with Wheaton for $4.3 billion silver streaming agreement

Edward West|Published

With BHP unlocking a record $4.3 billion from its silver resources, this groundbreaking streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals underscores a strategic ...

5 questions every parent must ask before choosing an education savings plan

Thato Mahapa|Published

Rising education costs are outpacing inflation by 3% annually, putting pressure on parents' savings plans. Financial expert Thato Mahapa shares five critical questions ...

Eastern Cape records highest unemployment rate as rural provinces continue to struggle

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Eastern Cape has the highest unemployment rate in South Africa, revealing significant regional disparities in the labour market, according to the latest Quarterly ...

Land Bank appoints Jabu Mphambo as acting CEO after Rikhotso resignation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Jabu Mphambo has been appointed as the acting CEO of the Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa, following the resignation of Themba Rikhotso. This ...

Blu Label unit BluEnergy granted energy trading licence

BR Reporter|Published

BluEnergy Trading, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Blu Label, has secured a multi-year energy trading licence from Nersa, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa's renewable ...