Sarb reduces repo rate to stimulate economic growth

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a landscape where every basis point counts, the recent repo rate cut by the Sarb offers a glimmer of hope for consumers. What does this decision mean for your ...

Argent Industrial reports strong interim result with 11.7% dividend increase

Edward West|Published

Argent Industrials has announced a robust financial performance for the six months to September 30, with significant increases in revenue and dividends, prompting ...

South Africa’s agricultural exports surge 10% despite trade uncertainty, says Agbiz

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Despite significant trade policy shifts, South Africa's agricultural exports have surged to $11.7 billion in the first three quarters of 2025, with strong performances ...

How SA's proposed VAT amendments will transform testing services

Nicole Perumal|Published

South Africa's proposed VAT amendments could eliminate the 15% tax burden on testing services provided to non-residents, creating a competitive advantage for local ...

Watch VideoIUX: transforming online trading across emerging markets

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IUX is transforming online trading in emerging markets with fast, fair, and accessible platforms for all traders.

‘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 ...

Young, hungry, and shut out: Will South Africa back its entrepreneurs?

Octavius Phukubye|Published

With 59.7%/40.7% joblessness, G20 inclusion should translate into doors opening for young founders.

Inside Walmart’s masterclass in reputation rehab

Bloomberg|Published

A decade ago, Walmart was one of America's most disliked companies, facing backlash for its treatment of workers and impact on local businesses. Today, under CEO ...

5 ways to protect your personal finances when your business fails

Shaun Meintjies|Published

Your business is going under, here’s how to protect yourself. This Entrepreneurship Month, Consult financial adviser, Shaun Meintjes shares steps that business owners ...

That Black Friday bargain might be a sophisticated AI scam – and they’re harder to spot than ever

Richard Ford|Published

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday rapidly approaching, online sales transactions are set to surge, but so is the threat from cybercriminals.

Black Friday credit spending could ruin your budget, says NFO

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The National Financial Ombud warns South Africans against credit-fuelled Black Friday shopping that could lead to financial hardship. With fraud cases on the rise, ...

Breaking barriers: How African SMEs can thrive amid logistics hurdles

Ashley Lechman|Published

As Africa’s SMEs battle with logistics inefficiencies, the continent’s economic landscape hangs in the balance. Explore how digital solutions and government initiatives ...

Investing in resilient recovery: a vision for 21st-century rehabilitation

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As healthcare challenges grow, discover how Rand Mutual Assurance is leading the way in pioneering rehabilitation solutions that address health equity and community ...

7 steps to improve your credit score

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Find out how to boost your credit score with these seven actionable steps tailored specifically for South Africans aiming for financial stability.

Trump’s gift to South Africa: Bilateral trade, not declarations

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

As the G20 Summit unfolds without President Trump, South Africa is presented with a unique opportunity to redefine its trade strategy. Discover how this absence ...

What the budget means for business and the rand

Harry Scherzer|Published

As important as these developments are, the decision to lower the inflation target to 3% is the one that matters most because it is the change that will influence ...

Rate cut brings relief for consumers as Sarb signals confidence in long-term inflation outlook

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Christmas came early this year for debt-laden consumers after the South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) reduced the cost of borrowing on the back of expectations that ...

Rethinking satellite connectivity: Bridging the digital divide in the SADC

Peter Zimri|Published

In a climate teeming with fiscal uncertainty, South African households are grappling with the harsh realities of a cost-of-living crisis. Will today's interest rate ...

The case of Africa's 'vanishing' carbon deals

AFP|Published

When Liberia's government signed a carbon credit deal with a Dubai company in 2023, it promised to protect vast forests and offset emissions. However, two years ...