Online education as a vital solution for South Africa's skills crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

In the wake of pressing economic needs, the future of South Africa’s education system hinges on a radical shift towards online learning. Discover how these changes ...

How Valentine’s Day exposes consumers to prepaid fraud

Bradley Elliott|Published

Discover how Valentine’s Day creates opportunities for romance fraud and money laundering, and learn what consumers and businesses can do to protect themselves.

Households in South Africa brace for financial struggle despite optimistic SONA 2026

Ashley Lechman|Published

The optimism expressed during Sona 2026 starkly contrasts with the daily struggles faced by South African households, prompting urgent calls for effective economic ...

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 ...

How South Africa can lead the industries of the future

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

Discover how South Africa's Global Business Services sector has set a precedent for economic success and job creation, paving the way for future industries

‘This centre could revitalise SA manufacturing industry’ - Deputy Minister Gina hails UP-WEF partnership on global 4IR centre ...

Partnered Content|Published

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina celebrates the launch of the South African Centre for Industry and Technology (SACIT), the first South African member of the World ...

Women of UP shine at SA Women in Science Awards

Partnered Content|Published

The University of Pretoria congratulates the outstanding #WomenOfUP for their excellence in their respective fields of work.

When AI plays Cupid: the hidden dangers of companion chatbots

Ashley Lechman|Published

As we venture further into an era defined by digital interactions, understanding the implications of sustained emotional connections with machines becomes crucial. ...

SONA: Ramaphosa bets on R1 trillion infrastructure blitz to cement economic recovery

Nicola Mawson|Published

Ramaphosa bets R1 trillion on a ‘construction-led’ recovery as investors flood an oversubscribed bond. Is South Africa’s economic tide finally turning?

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. ...

Manufacturing production in South Africa declines by 1.4% in December

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA reports a 1.4% decline in manufacturing production for December 2025 compared to the previous year, with mixed reactions from experts regarding the implications ...

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 ...

Allan Gray Orbis Foundation opens applications for 2026 Fellowship Programme

Ashley Lechman|Published

The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 Fellowship Programme. This initiative promises a unique blend of university funding and ...

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 ...

Africa’s agricultural future depends on using global research better — not reinventing it

Dr Thulasizwe Mkhabela|Published

Explore how Africa can unlock its agricultural potential by effectively utilising global research, addressing productivity challenges, and ensuring food security ...

Small-scale fishing sector takes up allocations fight to Parliament

Banele Ginindza|Published

Small-scale fishers are appealing the Department of Fisheries and Forestry's drastic linefish allocation cuts, which have slashed their Total Allowable Effort from ...