Sars enforcement: the hidden threat in South Africa's 2026 Budget

Willem J. Oberholzer|Published

As South Africa approaches the 2026/27 Budget, taxpayers are fixated on potential rate increases. However, the real threat lies in Sars's enhanced enforcement capabilities. With a politically fragmented government unable to raise taxes conventionally…

Business welcomes Ramaphosa’s energy reforms but urges faster implementation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious reforms to South Africa's energy sector aim to establish a competitive electricity market and attract private investment, but ...

Ramaphosa unveils energy reform drive, grid investment and high-speed rail plans in SONA

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines transformative reforms in South Africa's energy and logistics sectors, aiming to enhance competition, attract private investment, ...

Toyota warns South Africa’s auto industry cannot survive without growing market scale

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Toyota South Africa's CEO Andrew Kirby warns that the country's automotive sector is at a crossroads, facing challenges related to market scale and competitiveness. ...

Samsung starts mass production of next-gen AI memory chip

AFP|Published

The high-bandwidth HBM4 chips are seen as a key component needed to scale-up the vast data centres powering the explosion in artificial intelligence.

BAT commits to £1.3bn share buy-back programme for 2026 despite market challenges

Edward West|Published

British American Tobacco reports robust 2025 results with 157% EPS growth, while announcing plans to close its South African manufacturing facility by end-2026 due ...

South32 sees strong first half earnings growth while preparing for Mozal shutdown

Edward West|Published

South32 has posted strong first-half results with a 9% increase in EBITDA to $1.1 billion and a 16% rise in underlying earnings, despite announcing plans to place ...

Mining output remained flat in 2025 after iron ore, manganese offset PGMs, coal weakness

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's mining sector experienced a modest 0.1% growth in 2025, driven by iron ore and manganese, despite significant declines in platinum group metals and ...

SA Canegrowers raises red flag as Tongaat Hulett files for liquidation

Tawanda Karombo|Published

Following the failure of Vision Group to secure financing, Tongaat Hulett has filed for provisional liquidation, prompting SA Canegrowers to warn of severe repercussions ...

The Silent Way Insurers Increase Your Premiums

Tim Chadwick|Published

Ever discovered an unexpectedly inflated insurance debit order on your bank statement? Tim Chadwick, CEO of Chadwicks, examines the frustrating practice of silent ...

" We've had to build a dam just to ensure we have water security," says Toyota SA Motors

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby highlights the pressing challenges facing the automotive industry, including rising costs, infrastructure issues, and ...

SAB reports strong growth driven by premium beer brands

Edward West|Published

South African Breweries has reported mid-single digit revenue growth for the 2025 financial year, with premium and super premium beer brands showing impressive volume ...

Beyond Valentine's Day: why financial honesty is the ultimate love language

Afua Darko|Published

This Valentine's Day, discover why financial transparency might be the most romantic gift you can give. With 91% of South Africans reporting money stress affecting ...

Competition will define the future of South Africa’s auto industry, says Toyota SA boss

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby discusses the vital role of competition in the automotive industry, advocating for strategic interventions to enhance ...

Altron shares jump 8% after forecasting 30% earnings growth

Edward West|Published

Altron's share price jumps over 8% following a trading statement projecting at least 30% earnings growth for FY2026. The ICT group expects headline earnings per ...

Global mining at inflection point as demand for critical minerals surges

Edward West|Published

BDO's Annual Mining Report 2024 reveals the global mining sector is at a pivotal moment, with critical minerals demand soaring due to the low-carbon transition while ...

South Africa's critical minerals: The case for local beneficiation

Edward West|Published

South Africa possesses 21 critical minerals that could transform its economy through beneficiation, but only a fraction is currently processed locally. Minerals ...

IMF calls for deep spending reforms amidst South Africa's rising debt and fiscal pressures

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The International Monetary Fund has called for urgent reforms in South Africa's public spending, highlighting the need to address the high public wage bill, inefficient ...

Rand firms to near 4-year high as South Africa anticipates State of the Nation Address

Siphelele Dludla|Published

As South Africa's rand strengthens ahead of the State of the Nation Address, stakeholders are eager for signals of sustained economic recovery and policy continuity. ...

Your financial future will not change unless you do

John Manyike|Published

Financial freedom is not triggered by the turning of a calendar page. It is built through conscious decisions and consistent, disciplined action. Without that, even ...