South African households see unexpected drop in food basket costs this December

Ashley Lechman|Published

Despite a decline in the average cost of essential food items, South African families are still grappling with food insecurity. Discover the significant trends and ...

Looking into the crystal ball: The SA economy in 2026

Prof Raymond Parsons|Published

Based on the latest data available, the economy enters 2026 on a ‘note of caution optimism’ about the outlook for next year.

Tehran shopkeepers shut stores over economic conditions

AFP|Published

Price fluctuations are paralysing the sales of some imported goods, with both sellers and buyers preferring to postpone transactions until the outlook becomes clearer, ...

South Korea's ex-first lady accused of taking over $200,000 in bribes

AFP|Published

Kim Keon Hee, the wife of disgraced ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol, was arrested in August and is under investigation for alleged stock manipulation and receiving gifts ...

Chilean firms partner to form giant company to exploit lithium

AFP|Published

The partnership between the firms will allow them to jointly ramp up the exploitation of lithium in the Atacama salt flat region of northern Chile.

Citadel. South African Manager Of The Year.

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For a company like Citadel, this commitment to clients and partnerships is not just a strategy; it's a core value.

Watch VideoReconnecting South Africans with Their Unclaimed Dividends: The JSE Claim It Campaign

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In a transformative endeavour to reconnect South Africans with their unclaimed dividends, Claim It, a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Johannesburg Stock ...

Bleak New Year for Transalloys as job cuts loom at South Africa's last manganese smelter

Ashley Lechman|Published

This New Year, Transalloys stands at a crossroads, with the looming threat of job losses highlighting the urgent need for a sustainable solution within South Africa's ...

Top tips on how to avoid letting Janu-worry become Febru-worry

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Top tips on how to avoid letting Janu-worry become Febru-worry

Beyonce declared a billionaire by Forbes magazine

AFP|Published

The 44-year-old entertainer joins a select club that includes her husband, rapper Jay-Z, as well as Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen and Rihanna, according to the ...

China's BYD poised to overtake Tesla in 2025 EV sales

AFP|Published

The two groups are expected soon to publish their final figures for 2025, and based on sales data so far this year, there is almost no chance the American company ...

Aspen to divest Asia Pacific operations in R26.5 billion value unlocking deal

Ashley Lechman|Published

Aspen Pharmacare has announced a major R26.5 billion transaction that will see its Asia Pacific business sold to Australian private investment firm BGH Capital as ...

Digital solutions for South Africa’s passenger transport crisis: lessons from global innovation

Lungi Sangqu|Published

Millions of South Africans, workers, students, and small business owners, pay the price daily in longer commutes, higher costs, and personal insecurity.

Cosatu: Spar makes headlines with significant salary increases amid calls for wage transparency

Solly Phetoe|Published

South Africa is confronted with a significant wage gap revelation as Spar’s recent salary increases highlight the urgent need for corporate accountability and fair ...

Severe weather hampers Eskom restoration efforts nationwide

Ashley Lechman|Published

Severe weather conditions have struck South Africa during the festive season, significantly affecting Eskom’s infrastructure. With restoration efforts ongoing, the ...

SA billionaire Koos Bekker banks R2.5 billion in Naspers Prosus share sales

Ashley Lechman|Updated

South African media magnate Koos Bekker has sold R2.5 billion worth of Naspers and Prosus shares to fuel his family’s hospitality developments across South Africa ...

Logistics of everything - the hidden force redefining the future of work

Maureen Phiri|Published

s. Behind every product launch, infrastructure project or service delivery is a complex network of planning, movement and coordination.

Loyalty programmes provide a lifeline to South African consumers amid rising costs

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South African consumers brace themselves against rising costs, find out how loyalty programmes are transforming shopping habits and providing valuable savings ...

Proactive cashflow planning is key for SMEs to survive the January cash crunch

Ashley Lechman|Published

As the festive season approaches, small businesses must brace themselves for both opportunity and challenge. Understanding and managing the financial dynamics of ...