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South Africa's last manganese smelter went dark
Edward West|Published

South Africa's last manganese smelter went dark

Business Unity South Africa calls for urgent reform of the Unemployment Insurance Fund

Edward West|Published

Business Unity South Africa (Busa) has joined trade unions in demanding urgent reforms and a forensic investigation into the Unemployment Insurance Fund, citing ...

Economic impact of the 30 June protests in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The 30 June protests in South Africa sparked significant economic repercussions, particularly in the logistics sector, as businesses grappled with fears of violence ...

SACU Summit: Ramaphosa calls for accelerated reforms to enhance regional cooperation

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the 9th SACU Summit in Cape Town, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasised the need for accelerated reforms and regional cooperation among member states to navigate ...

SADC faces unprecedented decline in aid: A call for economic transformation

Edward West|Published

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) faces a significant decline in aid, prompting Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to advocate for structural transformation ...

Tiger Brands strengthens local agriculture as Oros sources all oranges from South African growers

Ashley Lechman|Published

Tiger Brands has sourced every orange needed for Oros from South African growers for the second consecutive season, strengthening local agriculture and reducing ...

Meet Penny, the AI assistant from Pick n Pay's asap! that you can speak to

Edward West|Published

Pick n Pay is set to launch Penny, a groundbreaking AI-powered grocery shopping assistant, enabling South African customers to shop conversationally and effortlessly ...

Young South Africans are buying homes alone, new data shows

Gavin Lomberg|Published

Young South Africans under 35 are increasingly purchasing homes as single applicants, according to ooba Home Loans data, signalling a shift towards earlier homeownership ...

Spend wisely: A practical guide to cost-conscious company events

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how South African SMEs can host meaningful company events that strengthen relationships and build culture without overspending. Learn practical strategies ...

FSCA provisionally withdraws Mixirite licence over client risk concerns

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has provisionally withdrawn the financial services provider licence of Mixirite (Pty) Ltd, citing concerns over alleged ...

Two year banking fee break aims to give South African startups room to grow

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African startups are being given more time to establish themselves as Nedbank extends its zero monthly maintenance fee benefit to two years.

Oil price falls to lowest levels in four months

Ashley Lechman|Published

Wall Street's unpredictable journey impacts global markets, while South Africa's rand gains strength. What do economic indicators mean for traders this week?

Entrepreneurship education must start in classrooms to prepare SA youth for future economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa’s youth unemployment challenge is forcing a rethink of education, with calls for entrepreneurship to become a core classroom skill from an early age. ...

Supporting local industries is not just economic choices but acts of nation-building

Eustace Mashimbye|Published

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprisings, a pivotal moment in South Africa's history. As we reflect on the courage of the youth from 1976, we ...

Executor loses bid to stop former housekeeper receiving R1.9 million retirement fund payout

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A former housekeeper who worked for her employer for 31 years has secured a R1.9 million retirement fund death benefit after the Pension Funds Adjudicator dismissed ...

South Africa's property market sees growth in first-time buyers despite economic uncertainty

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Remax's Q1 2026 National Housing Report reveals a surge in first-time and returning buyers in South Africa's property market, despite economic challenges. Key insights ...

Economic pressures: South Africa's manufacturing sector faces challenges in June 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's manufacturing sector faced significant challenges in June 2026, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dropping to 47.3 amid geopolitical tensions ...

Beekeeping: A cornerstone of South Africa's agricultural sustainability

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Discover how honeybees are essential for pollinating South Africa's fruit crops, contributing to food security and economic growth, as highlighted by the Department ...

Vehicle market defies economic odds with record sales in June

Edward West|Published

As South Africa's new vehicle market defies economic odds, record sales in June signal potential growth and optimism amidst ongoing challenges. Discover how shifting ...

South32 to sell aluminium assets to Alcoa for up to R91.1 billion

Edward West|Published

: South32 announces the sale of its aluminium assets, including the Hillside Smelter, to Alcoa Corporation for up to $5.6bn, aiming to reposition itself as a leading ...