BHP reports record copper production which now contributes 51% of earnings
Edward West|Published

BHP reports record copper production which now contributes 51% of earnings

Budget 2026: A cautious fiscal strategy amid local election year pressures

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As South Africa braces for the 2026 Budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is poised to present a plan for cautious fiscal continuity, amid the backdrop of transformative ...

Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak spreads across six provinces

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Following the declaration of Foot and Mouth Disease as a National Disaster, the Department of Agriculture provides critical updates on outbreaks across South Africa, ...

SA Reserve bank proposes reforming loan pricing by replacing prime lending rate with repo rate

Ashley Lechman|Published

Will South African borrowers benefit from a clearer and potentially cheaper loan pricing system? Discover how the SARB's proposal to switch from the prime lending ...

Scrap metal sector calls for broader changes as price-fixing probe highlights fault lines

Banele Ginindza|Published

The metals recycling sector is calling for an urgent, independent inquiry into the policies governing scrap metal, citing concerns that current frameworks have led ...

Gauteng Investment Conference 2026: Building on R300 billion commitments from 2025

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Gauteng's MEC for Finance, Lebogang Maile, announces significant progress from the 2025 Investment Conference, highlighting R300 billion in commitments and the launch ...

‘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 ...

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.

BHP partners with Wheaton for $4.3 billion silver streaming agreement

Edward West|Published

With BHP unlocking a record $4.3 billion from its silver resources, this groundbreaking streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals underscores a strategic ...

5 questions every parent must ask before choosing an education savings plan

Thato Mahapa|Published

Rising education costs are outpacing inflation by 3% annually, putting pressure on parents' savings plans. Financial expert Thato Mahapa shares five critical questions ...

Eastern Cape records highest unemployment rate as rural provinces continue to struggle

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The Eastern Cape has the highest unemployment rate in South Africa, revealing significant regional disparities in the labour market, according to the latest Quarterly ...

Land Bank appoints Jabu Mphambo as acting CEO after Rikhotso resignation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Jabu Mphambo has been appointed as the acting CEO of the Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa, following the resignation of Themba Rikhotso. This ...

As dust settles from Sona, the manufacturing crisis requires action - BLSA

Busiswe Mavuso|Published

Following the recent State of the Nation Address, urgent actions are needed to address South Africa's manufacturing crisis, as key strategies remain unaddressed. ...

Blu Label unit BluEnergy granted energy trading licence

BR Reporter|Published

BluEnergy Trading, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Blu Label, has secured a multi-year energy trading licence from Nersa, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa's renewable ...

Economists expect stable Budget with no major tax changes as revenue windfall eases pressure

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to present a cautious 2026 National Budget, with economists predicting a focus on fiscal consolidation and stable tax policies ...

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 ...