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The rise of gambling in South Africa: Financial strain driving consumers to bet
Yogashen Pillay|Published

The rise of gambling in South Africa: Financial strain driving consumers to bet

Vodacom Group's R23.6 billion investment boosts network resilience and innovation

Edward West|Published

Vodacom Group has announced a significant R23.6 billion investment aimed at enhancing its mobile network resilience and expanding its services beyond traditional ...

Retirement planning: common money mistakes that affect long term financial security

Andre Tuck|Published

Did you know that only 6% of people in a room of 17 are likely to retire comfortably? Discover the key financial decisions that can make or break your retirement ...

Why financially savvy South Africans are delaying investment decisions

Ashley Lechman|Published

Financial experts warn that information overload and economic uncertainty are causing many South Africans to delay investing, potentially harming their long term ...

Novus Holdings increases stake in Mustek to 50,39% amid resilient financial results

Edward West|Published

Novus Holdings has increased its stake in Mustek to 50.39% following a series of strategic acquisitions and has announced a mandatory offer for the remaining shares. ...

South Africa loses R1.5bn in lamb exports as key Middle East markets remain blocked

Ashley Lechman|Published

The local meat industry has potentially lost R1.5 billion in lamb exports to Qatar over the past two years, highlighting the urgent need to improve export systems ...

The R38 million tax lesson: SARS will not let you move yesterday’s mistake into today’s return

Willem Oberholzer|Published

A recent Tax Court judgment has reinforced a critical lesson for taxpayers and businesses: missed deadlines cannot simply be corrected through future tax returns. ...

SpaceX IPO propels Elon Musk into trillionaire territory

Ashley Lechman|Published

Elon Musk has become the first person in history to achieve a net worth exceeding $1 trillion after SpaceX completed the largest initial public offering ever seen ...

Youth Month: South Africa urged to attract young engineers to fix infrastructure crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa marks Youth Month, industry leaders are calling for urgent action to attract more young engineers into municipal roles, warning that infrastructure ...

Interest rate hikes and inflation push debt counselling into focus for struggling households

Ashley Lechman|Published

The National Debt Counselling Association says debt counselling remains one of the most effective ways for over indebted consumers to protect their assets and regain ...

SA productive sectors send mixed signals with divergent manufacturing and mining activity

Siphelele Dludla and Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's productive sectors show a mixed performance as mining rebounds with significant growth, while manufacturing faces renewed challenges. This article ...

The lift-off: impact of SpaceX's IPO on global markets and inflation

Ipek Ozkardeskaya|Published

On SpaceX Day, Elon Musk stands on the brink of becoming the world's first trillionaire as the company makes waves in the public markets. This article explores the ...

SpaceX IPO set for liftoff in record market debut

AFP|Published

Co-founded by Musk in 2002, the rocket startup has since expanded into a major satellite operator and has also folded in Musk's AI company -- xAI -- which includes ...

Up to 70% of South Africans die without a valid Will, leaving families exposed to financial hardship

Ashley Lechman|Published

Experts warn that failing to draft a Will can leave families facing months of uncertainty and significant financial strain after a loved one's death.

World Bank warns Middle East conflict threatens Africa’s growth amid inflation pressures

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Sub-Saharan Africa's economic growth is projected to slow in 2026 due to the fallout from the escalating conflict in the Middle East, according to the World Bank. ...

Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions push oil price forecasts higher

Ashley Lechman|Published

Oil analysts have raised their forecasts significantly as tensions in the Middle East threaten global crude supplies, while investors grapple with rising inflation ...

What is South Africa's next great national project?

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

Rather than dwelling on the challenges facing South Africa, we should focus on the national projects that can unite us. This article explores the importance of collective ...

Comrades Marathon set to deliver major economic boost for KZN

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Comrades Marathon 2026 promises to be a significant economic driver for KwaZulu-Natal, attracting thousands of participants and spectators, and boosting the ...

World Bank cuts South Africa’s growth forecast as global conflict clouds economic outlook

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's economic recovery is under threat as the World Bank revises growth forecasts downward, citing global uncertainties and rising energy prices. This ...

Pan African Resources to list on the Australian Stock Exchange in July

Edward West|Published

Pan African Resources is set to list on the Australian Stock Exchange in July 2026, following a significant acquisition and a projected 40% increase in gold production. ...