Love or deception? Safeguarding against romance scams in February

Manie van Schalkwyk|Published

February sees a spike in romance scams as fraudsters target lonely hearts during Valentine's season. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) warns ...

SA's jobless rate eases to 5-year low as formal jobs rise, but youth remain under pressure

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey reveals a slight decline in South Africa's official unemployment rate for Q4 2025, alongside complex labour market dynamics ...

Oil in spotlight as Trump's Iran warning rattles sleepy markets

AFP|Published

Trump warned Iran of the " consequences of not making a deal" ahead of talks between Washington and Tehran in Geneva.

Afrimat reports robust operational progress and talks with ArcellorMittal SA to save steel plant

Edward West|Published

Afrimat reports good operational progress and the strategic maneuvers employed to mitigate economic challenges as it prepares to close the financial year. The insights ...

Smart choices: using bonuses wisely in the Two-Pot retirement system

ASI Financial Services|Published

South Africans have already withdrawn over R20 billion from their retirement savings under the new Two-Pot system. As bonus season arrives, learn how timing your ...

‘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.

Understanding the identity crisis caused by shadow AI adoption

Reghardt Van Der Rijst|Published

As organisations rapidly adopt AI tools, many are unknowingly creating shadow AI, leading to an identity crisis. How can businesses manage these hidden risks?"

The chatshow: TV podcasts have evolved (or regressed) beyond their category

Andile Masuku and Adam Wakefield|Published

Join Adam Wakefield as he explores the evolution of TV podcasts and their impact on traditional media, sharing insights from his extensive experience in the industry. ...

Creating a neutral digital store: A solution to App Store and Play Store monopolies

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Elon Musk's recent meeting with Tim Cook sheds light on the power dynamics of the App Store and Play Store, raising crucial questions about the future of digital ...

Tongaat Hulett and the governance gap between reporting and reality

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

The provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hulett reveals critical governance failures that challenge the assumption that compliance equates to organisational resilience. ...

The decline of South Africa's mining sector: Challenges and opportunities

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Explore the challenges facing South Africa's mining sector, its historical significance, and the potential for future growth despite ongoing decline.

Godongwana faces tough task ahead to fund SONA promises amid a constrained fiscus

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces significant challenges as he prepares to table the National Budget, balancing ambitious commitments made by President Cyril ...

Africa GreenCo targets 200 MW in renewable energy trades this year

Helmo Preuss|Published

Africa GreenCo is set to facilitate 200 Megawatts (MW) of renewable energy trades this year, reinforcing its position as the leading regional trader in Southern ...

Tongaat Hulett faces liquidation after Vision and and BRPs clashed over business rescue plan

Edward West|Published

Business rescue practitioners have filed for the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, citing Vision Group's 'inability or unwillingness' to secure funding ...

Industry has mixed response to Zambia's temporary import ban on South African livestock

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Zambia's recent decision to impose a temporary import ban on South African livestock due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has sparked mixed reactions within ...

Budget inhale, infrastructure decay: The anatomy of local government failure

Pali Lehohla|Published

This audit reveals a stark divide in municipal performance across South Africa, highlighting how budget mismanagement leads to infrastructure decay and systemic ...

An adviser’s guide to navigating rands, sense, and relationships

Jacques Coetzer|Published

When couples fight about money, the real issue often lies deeper than rands and cents. Discover how understanding the 7 Money Personalities can help financial advisers ...

AECI forecasts over 20% increase in earnings for 2025 amidst operational challenges

Edward West|Published

AECI, a key player in the mining and chemicals sector, is on track to release its financial results for the year ending 31 December 2025, with considerable optimism ...