Reforming public procurement: A stakeholder perspective on the draft regulations

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Key stakeholders, including the B-BBEE Commission and the Black Management Forum, present a joint perspective on the Draft Public Procurement Regulations, emphasising ...

New MoU between RFA and SAFLA aims to streamline freight forwarding in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Road Freight Association and South African Freight and Logistics Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration and advocacy ...

Impact of potential tolls in the Strait of Hormuz on global oil prices

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Experts warn that the potential imposition of tolls in the Strait of Hormuz could significantly impact global oil prices and supply chains, with implications for ...

FSCA launches investigation into PIC following CEO suspension

Edward West|Published

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has initiated an investigation into the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) following the suspension of its CEO amid ...

PIC names CFO Batandwa Damoyi acting CEO as governance crisis deepens

Ashley Lechman|Published

The Public Investment Corporation has appointed CFO Batandwa Damoyi as acting CEO following Patrick Dlamini's precautionary suspension as governance concerns continue ...

Standard Bank and Helios Towers partner to boost digital connectivity across Africa

Edward West|Published

As Standard Bank and Helios Towers embark on this promising partnership, they are not only addressing critical business needs but are also championing a movement ...

DRDGOLD's ambitious Vision 2028 plan to boost gold production goes into implementation mode

Edward West|Published

DRDGOLD is poised for a significant transformation as it launches its Vision 2028 initiative, designed to double its gold production capacity and establish sustainable ...

Supermarket Income REIT plans £100 million rights issue to expand portfolio

Edward West|Published

Supermarket Income REIT is set to raise £100 million through a rights issue to acquire nine grocery assets, aiming to double its portfolio size and enhance shareholder ...

The real cost of inconsistent investing

Therese Grobler|Published

Discover how inconsistent investing can undermine your financial future and learn the importance of regular contributions to build wealth over time.

South Africa’s population has grown by almost 53% since 1996, but it's ageing

Nicola Mawson|Published

South Africa’s population has expanded significantly since its first democratic census, with major shifts in age groups, provincial growth and dependency levels. ...

Richemont's luxury brands drive 20% sales growth, boosting share price by 7,5%

Edward West|Updated

Compagnie Financière Richemont's share price soared by 7.5% on the JSE following a strong first-quarter sales report, with global sales reaching €6.3 billion, marking ...

Understanding the emotional impact of rewards programmes

Lianne Booth|Published

Explore the emotional journey of rewards, from the anticipation of earning them to the lasting memories they create, and discover how these experiences influence ...

Free State farm invests in South Africa's largest off grid agricultural solar and battery system

Ashley Lechman|Published

Belle Rive Farm is building South Africa's largest off grid agricultural solar and battery system, aiming to secure uninterrupted power for more than 2,000 hectares ...

South Africa does not need more hustlers. It needs more builders

Paul Smith|Published

Every Youth Day, South Africa calls for young entrepreneurs, but is this the right approach? This article challenges the narrative, advocating for a more realistic ...

Softer US CPI fuels optimism in global markets

Ashley Lechman|Published

A softer-than-expected US CPI data has led to a positive outlook in global markets, lifting both the S&P 500 and Asian indices. Read on to find out how geopolitical ...

Governance concerns rise as PIC CEO faces suspension

Edward West|Published

The Public Investment Corporation has suspended CEO Patrick Dlamini amid serious allegations of corruption and maladministration, raising concerns over the governance ...

Whistleblower complaint raises questions over PIC CEO’s Lanseria disclosures

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Patrick Dlamini's precautionary suspension as CEO of the Public Investment Corporation raises critical questions about governance and accountability in light of ...

AI has an energy problem – but Africa has an opportunity

Matthew Turner|Published

Generative AI has transformed industries, but its soaring energy demands present a significant challenge. This article explores how Africa can turn this energy dilemma ...

Rethinking climate finance: beyond market logic to community agency

Devan Pillay|Published

Explore how South Africa's reliance on a vulnerable energy system is exacerbating economic strains amid geopolitical crises, and discover the urgent need for a community-focused ...