FSCA approves 300 crypto service providers, intensifies action against unlicensed operators

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The regulator said it had received 512 licence applications as at 12 December 2025. Of these, 14 applications were declined and 121 were voluntarily withdrawn after ...

Al Baraka Bank launches Vivere: a Shari’ah-compliant foreign currency account for global transactions

Staff Reporter|Published

Al Baraka Bank's Vivere offers South Africans a revolutionary Shari’ah-compliant foreign currency account, featuring a secure VISA card for transactions in six currencies, ...

Enjoy December without regretting it in January, experts warn

Pedri Reyneke|Published

Financial experts advise South African households on how to navigate the festive season without incurring debt, offering practical tips for budgeting and planning ...

Only 1% of South African pets insured: why this protection gap matters

Ashley Lechman|Published

As veterinary care becomes increasingly unaffordable, the launch of Mipet Insurance presents an opportunity for South African pet owners to safeguard their furry ...

Ramokgopa backs local participation in future transmission bids as seven consortia prequalify for first phase

Banele Ginindza|Published

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa announces the pre-qualified bidders for South Africa's R17 billion transmission expansion programme, emphasising ...

‘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.

Govt confident lower power tariff deal for ferrochrome smelters is within reach

Banele Ginindza|Published

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa reveals promising developments in negotiations to lower electricity tariffs for South Africa's ferrochrome smelters, ...

Marshall Monteagle triples headline earnings in six-month period

Edward West|Published

JSE-listed import and distribution group Marshall Monteagle has more than tripled its headline earnings in the six months to September 2025, with strong performance ...

Financial ombud's banking division returns over R60m to consumers as fraud complaints surge

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The NFO Banking Division returned over R60 million to consumers in 2025, addressing banking fraud and service failures while promoting accountability and consumer ...

2025: The year ethical neutrality became indefensible

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

2025 exposed the dangers of ethical neutrality in South Africa, revealing how silence and inaction have led to a culture of corruption. As the nation faces the consequences, ...

G20 urged to refocus as landmark review finds influence waning amid global tensions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The G20@20 Review highlights the need for the Group of Twenty to refine its agenda and enhance its effectiveness in a fragmented global landscape, as it prepares ...

Reforms and firm commodity prices set Sub-Saharan Africa on stronger growth path in 2026

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Standard Chartered's Global Focus report highlights a promising economic outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa, projecting a growth rate of 4.3% by 2026, driven by resilient ...

Transnet posts higher rail volumes, narrowing losses in interim results

Yogashen Pillay|Published

transnet's interim results for the six months ending September 2025 reveal a 4.4% increase in rail volume performance, with experts highlighting the significance ...

Pick n Pay Smart Shopper Unwrapped reveals South Africa's shopping habits in 2025

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa navigates the tides of economic change, the annual Smart Shopper Unwrapped report provides a window into the evolving landscape of consumer spending, ...

The impact of Standard Bank's direct connection to CIPS on global payments

Nomvula Zeldah Mabuza|Published

On December 9, 2025, Standard Bank of South Africa made history by becoming the first African bank to connect directly to China's Cross-Border Interbank Payment ...

Metair to assess further legal action after EU indicates a R400 million fine might be levied

Edward West|Updated

JSE-listed Metair Investments faces a €20.2 million (R400 million) fine from the European Commission after its Romanian subsidiary Rombat was found to have breached ...

Holiday insurance tips: safeguarding your home and valuables

Oswald Kuyler|Published

As the festive season approaches, ensure your insurance coverage is robust. Discover expert tips from Oswald Kuyler on protecting your home and valuables during ...

China's smaller manufacturers look to catch the automation wave

AFP|Published

China is already the world's largest market for industrial robots, and the government is pouring billions of dollars into robotics and artificial intelligence to ...