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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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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

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

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 ...

No ghost towns from net-zero: Why South Africa needs a code of good practice on just transition

Lebogang Mulaisi|Published

As South Africa pursues a low-carbon, sustainable economy, the just transition remains essential for ensuring fairness, protecting jobs, and fostering social support ...

Better energy intelligence is disrupting logistics sector operations

Clint Bemont|Published

Electrification in the logistics sector is often seen as a sustainability initiative, but this perspective overlooks its potential for cost savings and operational ...

No more excuses: Urgent need for structural energy reform in South Africa

Thomas Garner|Published

South Africa's public institutions face mounting frustration as reform and infrastructure delivery lag. President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent address calls for urgent ...

South Africa's electricity reforms: The urgent need for a clear roadmap to prevent loadshedding

Banele Ginindza|Published

South Africa's electricity reforms face significant challenges due to the absence of a clear delivery roadmap, raising concerns about potential loadshedding by 2030. ...

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 ...

Budget 2026: A cautious fiscal strategy amid local election year pressures

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As South Africa braces for the 2026 Budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is poised to present a plan for cautious fiscal continuity, amid the backdrop of transformative ...

Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak spreads across six provinces

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Following the declaration of Foot and Mouth Disease as a National Disaster, the Department of Agriculture provides critical updates on outbreaks across South Africa, ...

SA Reserve bank proposes reforming loan pricing by replacing prime lending rate with repo rate

Ashley Lechman|Published

Will South African borrowers benefit from a clearer and potentially cheaper loan pricing system? Discover how the SARB's proposal to switch from the prime lending ...

Scrap metal sector calls for broader changes as price-fixing probe highlights fault lines

Banele Ginindza|Published

The metals recycling sector is calling for an urgent, independent inquiry into the policies governing scrap metal, citing concerns that current frameworks have led ...

Gauteng Investment Conference 2026: Building on R300 billion commitments from 2025

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Gauteng's MEC for Finance, Lebogang Maile, announces significant progress from the 2025 Investment Conference, highlighting R300 billion in commitments and the launch ...