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Stats SA reports 80,000 jobs were lost in first three months of 2026
Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA reports 80,000 jobs were lost in first three months of 2026

Group Five emerges from business rescue with full creditor repayments and job preservation

Edward West|Published

Group Five, once facing a severe financial crisis, successfully emerges from business rescue, ensuring full repayment to creditors and preserving the majority of ...

Vodacom strengthens its position in East Africa with majority stake in Safaricom

Edward West|Published

Vodacom Group has successfully completed its R35 billion acquisition of a 20% stake in Safaricom, enhancing its control and paving the way for increased digital ...

Fuel price cuts bring relief to South Africans amid declining global oil prices

Ashley Lechman|Updated

South Africans receive good news as fuel prices drop significantly in July, thanks to declining global oil prices and improved supply outlooks from recent US-Iran ...

Thungela Resources reports strong operating performance despite global energy volatility

Edward West|Published

Tungela Resources expects to export 6.3 million tons of coal in the first half of 2026, facing challenges in production and market dynamics, while maintaining its ...

South Africans face R3,800 average electricity bills as winter energy usage rises

Ashley Lechman|Published

Winter power usage is putting pressure on household budgets, but small changes and better appliance management could help reduce costs.

South Africa's employment statistics show a decline in Q1 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA's latest Quarterly Employment Statistics reveal a decline in total employment, highlighting challenges in South Africa's labour market amid global uncertainties ...

Absa Group share price lower after forecasting modest earnings growth

Edward West|Published

Absa Group's share price fell over 5% following a forecast of mid- to high single-digit headline earnings growth, impacted by a weaker Africa Regions segment. The ...

The truth behind the breadwinner myth and its impact on South African men

Sebastien Alexanderson|Published

It’s Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, NDA’s Sebastien Alexanderson debunks the provider myth that men have been asked to build their identity around for centuries. ...

South Africa's food prices surge according to latest food index

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group reveals alarming increases in food prices for June 2026, highlighting the struggles faced by South African ...

Why most beginners fail at stock picking and how to avoid it

Wendy Myers|Published

Discover the key pitfalls that new investors encounter in stock picking and learn how to avoid common mistakes that can lead to significant losses.

Closing the gender gap in agriculture: A necessity for South Africa's growth

Andisa Mpembe|Published

Explore the critical role of gender parity in South African agriculture and how empowering women can drive economic growth and sustainability.

AI is secretly disenfranchising the youth who use it ‘best’ – cognitively and economically

Anna Collard|Published

Fifty years after South Africa's youth fought for educational rights, a new battle looms: the silent surrender of critical thinking to artificial intelligence. Are ...

Wall Street rallies as tech stocks rebound, Asian markets showcase resilience

Ashley Lechman|Published

As financial markets react to unfolding events across the globe, investors are reminded of the delicate balancing act that characterises today's economic landscape, ...

Cloud costs keep rising. Optimisation needs an owner

Amritesh Anand|Published

As cloud costs continue to rise, CIOs and tech leaders must navigate the complexities of effective management. This article explores the challenges of cloud spending ...

NYDA governance: Mandate, trust and accountability

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore the governance challenges facing the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) in South Africa, as internal disputes and accountability issues threaten its ...

Health capital has never been more abundant. So who does it still fail to see?

Andile Masuku|Published

Capital allocation comes down to who gets which slice, and who never appears on the chart.

What The Polygamist TV series teaches us about family affairs

Sankie Morata|Published

Explore the complexities of estate planning in polygamous families and learn how to ensure your legacy is protected. Discover the legal implications of inheritance ...

South Africa and China strengthen trade ties through new agreements

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Trade Industry and Competition Parks Tau hosts a roundtable with China's Vice Minister to enhance trade relations, culminating in a significant Memorandum ...

CEC report predicts historic grain harvest for South Africa in 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The latest report from the Crop Estimates Committee reveals that South Africa is set to achieve its highest maize and soybean harvests on record for 2026, with significant ...