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Don’t leave recyclers on the scrapheap Minister Tau

Nancy Strachan|Published

Minister Parks Tau's recent comments on metal recycling signal a transformative opportunity for South Africa's economy. As the country pivots towards the US, will ...

Small Modular Reactors: A strategic opportunity for South Africa’s energy future

Bismark Tyobeka|Published

As South Africa faces an energy crisis, could small modular reactors be the key to a sustainable future?

Robust re-visioning required for SA's electricity and energy policy and plans

Lebogang Mulaisi and Jürgen Olivier|Published

South Africa's energy crisis demands urgent reform to unlock economic opportunities and ensure equitable access to electricity. This article explores the challenges ...

Political interference nearly crippled South Africa's energy landscape

Thomas Garner|Published

As South Africa celebrates a decade of wind energy, it must confront the political interference that almost derailed its progress. What role did Brian Molefe play ...

The JSE delivers a fifth consecutive positive monthly return in July

Peter Little|Published

Discover how the JSE achieved its fifth consecutive month of positive returns in July, driven by strong performances from precious metal miners and telecoms.

A National Dialogue is required urgently around adopting AI

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Exploring the pressing need for a national dialogue on AI in South Africa, this article reflects on recent AI events and their implications for local culture and ...

Driving the future: How China is advancing AI through pioneers like Alibaba and iFlytek

Themba Thobela|Published

Explore how China is leading the AI revolution through pioneers like Alibaba and iFlytek, reshaping industries and daily life in the process.

US set to swoop on SA poultry industry, says FairPlay

Francois Baird|Published

South Africa's poultry industry is under threat as the government negotiates trade deals with the US, risking local producers' livelihoods without proper consultation. ...

Celebrating the power of diversity as women continue to reshape the engineering sector

Maureen Phiri|Published

Discover how women are transforming the engineering sector, breaking barriers, and driving innovation. As we celebrate Women’s Month, reflect on the strides made ...

Trump's firing of statistics executive Erika McEntrfer is very disturbing

Dr Pali Lehohla|Published

Dr Wole Adegboyega's insights on census integrity lead to a critical examination of Trump's controversial firing of statistics executive Erika McEntrfer, raising ...

Uncertainty around tariffs as markets digest a raft of economic data

Waldo Krugell|Published

Growing concerns over the implementation of President Trump's 30% tariff on South African exports have led to a delay, while the Reserve Bank shifts its inflation ...

The disappearing middle class: How South Africa’s socio-economic divide is about to erupt

Nomvula Zeldah Mabuza|Published

What happens when South Africa's middle class is squeezed between wealth and poverty? Explore the stark contrasts and looming crisis in this insightful analysis. ...

Pending 30% tariff on South African exports to the US requires calm, says Cosatu

Solly Phetoe|Published

As South Africa faces a potential 30% tariff on exports to the US, Cosatu calls for immediate, calm leadership to mitigate the impact on exporters and their families. ...

Gen Z is rewriting the rules of work and benefits need to catch up

Reo Botes|Published

A generation under financial pressure and health-related stress is not a productive, engaged, or loyal workforce. Gen Z’s top stressors include money (58%), career ...

Prosper Nation: How LIV Golf and other global events can become South Africa’s next growth engine

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

When LIV Golf announced its global tour in South Africa for 2026, the focus was on star power and prestige. Yet, the real story lies in the potential economic impact ...

Sibanye-Stillwater files antidumping petition in America against Russian palladium imports

Philippa Larkin|Published

Sibanye-Stillwater, a leading multinational mining group, has filed a crucial antidumping petition in the US to combat unfair competition from Russian palladium ...

Countdown to greylist removal: Is South Africa ready for its FATF judgment day?

Bradley Elliott|Published

South Africa has made significant strides in its efforts to be removed from the FATF greylist, but as the crucial onsite assessment approaches, the nation must demonstrate ...

Beyond Eskom’s 12. 74%: The devil’s in the details

Manie de Waal|Published

Eskom’s tariff restructuring holds a seismic shift that few businesses are prepared for. A new pricing model is quietly taking shape, one that changes the rules, ...