June BETI improvement signals economic recovery in South Africa

Edward West|Published

June's BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index indicates a positive shift in South Africa's economic performance, with growth in electronic transactions and signs ...

How to make your business more (fun)dable

Brent Downard|Published

South Africa’s retail sector is showing signs of renewed momentum with Trading Economics reporting a 7% year-on-year growth in January 2025, more than doubling the growth ...

Digital Payments in Africa: Can regulation keep up with the rapid innovation?

Keith Sabilika|Published

Africa's financial landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation as digital payments replace cash and crypto assets challenge traditional money. Explore how ...

Mpact reports mixed results: HEPS down, revenue up in challenging market

Edward West|Published

Mpact anticipates a significant decline in headline earnings per share for the first half of 2025, despite a modest revenue increase, as the company navigates a ...

Pharmisa welcomes Sahpra’s commitment to local pharmaceutical production

Philippa Larkin|Published

Pharmisa celebrates Sahpra's new policy aimed at enhancing local pharmaceutical manufacturing in South Africa, a crucial step towards ensuring medicine and vaccine ...

Vodacom Business named 2025 Most Trusted Enterprise Telecommunications Provider of the Year

Partnered Content|Updated

Vodacom Business has been awarded the prestigious title of Most Trusted Enterprise Telecommunications Provider for 2025, highlighting its commitment to innovation ...

Trevor Manuel highlights debt crisis as a barrier to African development at G20 meetings

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Former Finance Minister Trevor Manuel discusses the detrimental effects of rising debt on Africa's development, highlighting the urgent need for reform and the establishment ...

Transnet and United Manganese of Kalahari sign 10-year contract

Philippa Larkin|Published

Transnet and UMK have entered a significant 10-year contract to enhance manganese transportation in South Africa, showcasing confidence in the logistics sector's ...

UK fines Barclays bank £42m for crime risk failings

AFP|Published

Barclays bank has been fined £42 million by the UK's FCA for serious lapses in financial crime risk management, raising concerns about the effectiveness of banking ...

The importance of communication in funeral and life insurance

Lindiwe Gumede|Published

Explore how the funeral and life insurance industry navigates the complexities of death, focusing on communication, empathy, and the importance of planning for the ...

JSE-listed equities continue upward trajectory in the second quarter - Anchor Capital

Philippa Larkin|Published

JSE-listed equities have surged by 9. 7% in the second quarter of 2025, following a strong opening quarter, according to Nolan Wapenaar and Peter Armitage from Anchor ...

The connection deception

Natalie van der Merwe and Andrew King|Published

The ICASA 2016 Numbering Plan Regulations prohibit the use of mobile phone number ranges such as 082, 083, or 072, for example, for fixed-location services such ...

Luxury goods group Richemont sees strong first quarter sales growth across key markets

Edward West|Published

Compagnie Financière Richemont SA has reported a 6% increase in sales to €5. 4 billion for the quarter ending June 30, 2025, driven by strong demand in Europe and ...

Balancing ambition and action in South Africa's climate adaptation efforts

Morwesi Ramonyai Thonga|Published

Will South Africa's budget priorities shift to address the urgent climate crisis? Explore the implications of Minister Dion George's recent speech on climate adaptation. ...

From single to family: choosing cover that moves with you

James White|Published

Discover how to choose the right gap cover that adapts to your changing healthcare needs, whether you're single or part of a growing family. Learn why flexibility ...

Employment Equity at a crossroads: Why targets need due process, not court orders

Jonathan Goldberg and John Botha|Published

Explore the significant constitutional challenges facing South Africa's Employment Equity Amendment Act as two major legal disputes unfold, revealing the urgent ...

AEF outcomes: Powering South Africa’s energy transition

Stuart MacWilliam|Published

Discover how the Africa Energy Forum is positioning South Africa as a leader in the continent's energy transition, highlighting both achievements and the challenges ...

Top tips for saving money when finances are tight"

John Manyike|Published

Discover practical tips to save money even in tough financial times. Learn how small changes can lead to significant savings and build a better financial future. ...

Calls for independent review of Treasury's funding decisions for SA Post Office

Banele Ginindza|Published

Deputy Minister Mondli Gungubele urges for an independent review system to assess the National Treasury's funding decisions, following the rejection of a R3. 8 billion ...