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WhatsApp overtakes email in South African work communications, raising cybersecurity concerns
Ashley Lechman|Published

WhatsApp overtakes email in South African work communications, raising cybersecurity ...

Avoid these common financial planning mistakes in your 30s and 40s

Jaco Prinsloo|Published

Discover the subtle financial planning mistakes that many professionals make in their 30s and 40s. Learn how to avoid these pitfalls and secure your financial future ...

How coffee is evolving in South Africa and what the next generation is really looking for

Domaine Rautenbach|Published

South Africa’s specialty coffee scene reflects a broader desire for authenticity and craftsmanship

Are South Africans risking their future by withdrawing retirement savings?

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Explore how the two-pot retirement system is influencing South African households to withdraw savings, and the potential long-term implications for financial security. ...

A bridge to nowhere: South Africa’s real education crisis

Nik Eberl|Published

Graduates leave universities with qualifications that do not translate into opportunity. Women in rural areas remain structurally excluded from meaningful participation ...

Dangote reiterates calls for visa-free Africa as AFC pushes for homegrown capital markets

Siphelele Dludla|Published

At the Africa We Build Summit in Nairobi, Aliko Dangote emphasises the need for visa-free travel and stronger domestic financing to boost Africa's economic potential, ...

Africa’s $2 trillion capital pool signals shift to self-financed growth, AFC report finds

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Africa is transitioning to a new phase in its development, with domestic capital now surpassing external financing. The Africa Finance Corporation's latest report ...

5 must-do financial health checks for a prosperous year ahead

Nick Wolmarans|Published

Prioritising your financial health is just as crucial as your physical health. Explore these five essential financial checks to ensure you’re on track for a prosperous ...

DBSA pledges R300m in Africa's Infrastructure Climate Resilient Fund

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) announces a R300 million investment in the Infrastructure Climate Resilient Fund, partnering with Africa Finance Corporation ...

South Africa’s consumer class revs into high gear as car sales boom

Ashley Lechman|Published

Despite rising fuel costs, South Africa’s consumer class is driving a remarkable resurgence in new car sales. Discover what’s behind this unexpected trend and how ...

East African leaders rally behind Dangote’s crude oil refinery project in Tanzania

Siphelele Dludla|Published

East African leaders, including Kenya's President William Ruto and Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, have expressed strong support for a proposed mega oil refinery ...

Spear REIT raises R1 billion through accelerated bookbuild

Edward West|Published

Spear REIT has successfully raised R1 billion from investors through an accelerated bookbuild, showcasing strong demand and setting the stage for strategic acquisitions ...

Zeder Investments to distribute significant Zaad disposal proceeds to shareholders

Edward West|Published

Zeder Investments announces plans to distribute a significant portion of the Zaad disposal proceeds to shareholders, alongside a special dividend declaration and ...

New store openings drive Cashbuild to 9 percent quarterly revenue growth

Edward West|Published

Cashbuild announces a 9% revenue increase for Q3, highlighting the impact of new store openings and a partnership with ABSA to enhance customer financing options. ...

Reform momentum holds but freight and governance weaknesses persist: BLSA

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's reform programme shows gradual progress, but challenges in freight logistics and governance raise concerns about the sustainability of change, as ...

Clicks: tough consumer market may see annual earnings barely top first half growth rates

Edward West|Published

Clicks Group has reported an 8.1% increase in diluted headline earnings per share for the first half of 2026, despite a challenging economic landscape. The company ...

Dangote commits to new mega refinery within 5 years, urges Africa to back local investment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Billionaire Aliko Dangote plans to build a new oil refinery in East Africa, advocating for African self-sufficiency and local investment in key sectors.

Bank of America flags imminent rate hike in South Africa as inflation set to breach target

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa is bracing for renewed inflationary pressures, with Bank of America predicting that rising oil prices and elevated interest rates will shape the economic ...

Oil prices surge above $100 as Iranian conflict disrupts markets

Ashley Lechman|Published

As global markets react to the upheaval stemming from the Iranian conflict, investors are being forced to reassess their strategies amidst rising oil prices, fluctuating ...

Middle East conflict raises credit risks for African economies, S&P warns

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, African economies are facing significant financial pressure due to rising fuel and fertilizer costs, with S&P Global Ratings ...