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Regulators push for SABC protections in Canal+ deal with MultiChoice
Banele Ginindza|Published

Regulators push for SABC protections in Canal+ deal with MultiChoice

Parliament probes Icasa, Comp Commission over Vodacom–Maziv merger U-turn

Banele Ginindza|Published

Parliament scrutinises the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa and the Competition Commission's decision to reverse their stance on the Vodacom-Maziv ...

Coal to remain central to South Africa’s energy mix despite climate concerns, say experts

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts discuss South Africa's ongoing reliance on coal, highlighted by Sasol's recent launch of its Destoning Plant in Mpumalanga. This development underscores ...

Libstar Holdings reports significant growth and enhanced dividend policy

Edward West|Published

Libstar Holdings announces impressive financial results for the year ending December 31, with an 86% increase in dividends and a commitment to enhancing stakeholder ...

Power price hike, fuel costs and global tensions set to squeeze South African consumers in April

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom's recent announcement of an electricity tariff increase has raised concerns among experts about the potential economic impact on South African consumers, particularly ...

STADIO shares rise 5% after reporting 22% earnings growth and strong student numbers

Edward West|Published

STADIO Holdings CEO Chris Vorster said in an interview they were excited to see such good growth in a weak economy, and with consumer disposable incomes under pressure. ...

Middle East conflict sparks fertiliser price surge, raising alarm for South African farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Farming associations in South Africa are raising alarms over expected increases in fertiliser prices due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Experts warn that ...

Parliament presses for stronger oversight of sharing economy amid short-term rental rules

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Tourism is intensifying its examination of South Africa's short-term rental sector, addressing concerns about enforcement, taxation, ...

From monopoly to marketplace, how South Africa’s electricity sector is evolving

Ashley Lechman|Published

A major shift in South Africa’s electricity sector is creating new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.

Mr Price defends acquisition of Europe-based NKD amid investor concerns

Edward West|Published

Mr Price defends its R9.24 billion acquisition of European retailer NKD, addressing investor concerns about the deal's price and potential risks while highlighting ...

Old Mutual appoints Roger Jardine as chairman designate as group sets forth on strategy reset

Edward West|Published

Old Mutual announces the appointment of Roger Jardine as chairman designate, succeeding Trevor Manuel, who retires after the upcoming annual general meeting. This ...

Sars cracks down on corrupt customs officials in illicit economy bust

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The South African Revenue Service has launched a series of operations against officials involved in a customs fraud scheme, revealing significant losses in tax revenue ...

Rethinking retirement: embracing a multi-stage approach in South Africa

Buhle Nxumalo|Published

Explore the evolving landscape of retirement in South Africa, where the traditional model is giving way to a flexible, multi-stage approach that prioritises purpose ...

The board’s hardest decision: When leadership must change

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore the intricate dynamics of CEO transitions and the pivotal role of corporate governance in ensuring organisational stability, as illustrated by the recent ...

Manufacturers under pressure as weak demand dampens confidence in early 2026, Absa survey

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's manufacturing sector begins 2026 with declining confidence due to falling demand and sales, despite some resilience in specific subsectors. The latest ...

Stop debt before it stops you: a guide for South African consumers

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Discover essential strategies to manage debt effectively and protect your financial future, as the National Financial Ombud Scheme urges South African consumers ...

Treasury skips key parliamentary briefing on sanitary dignity programme

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's National Treasury has declined to attend a parliamentary briefing on the Sanitary Dignity Programme, raising concerns about accountability and the ...

7 Traits every high-performing CEO must have

Partnered Content|Updated

Explore the evolving role of CEOs in South Africa's complex corporate landscape and discover the seven essential traits that define high-performing leaders today. ...

The platform you build on is a political choice. So is the one you don’t.

Andile Masuku|Published

Discover the political implications of choosing social media platforms as the Executive Editor of Future in the Humanities (FITH) shares insights on the decentralised ...

Nvidia sparks rally across Wall Street and Asia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions

Ashley Lechman|Published

As Nvidia’s advancements provide a glimpse of hope for investors, geopolitical tensions push markets to their limits. What does this mean for future economic stability? ...