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February Absa Purchasing Managers' Index shows decline in manufacturing activity
Yogashen Pillay|Published

February Absa Purchasing Managers' Index shows decline in manufacturing activity

Isuzu Motors South Africa renews partnership with Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre to enhance STEM education

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Isuzu Motors South Africa has renewed its partnership with the Govan Mbeki Mathematics Development Centre, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing Mathematics and ...

Wilson Bayly Holmes - Ovcon's share price falls after flat earnings report

Edward West|Published

Wilson Bayly Holmes - Ovcon's share price fell 15.6% following a report of flat earnings growth and declining revenue, highlighting challenges in the South African ...

Govt targets localisation and global competitive edge in EV battery manufacturing, says the dtic

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa is set to enhance its electric vehicle battery manufacturing capabilities, focusing on global competitiveness rather than mere localisation, as outlined ...

Government reiterates move to block Tongaat Hulett liquidation to protect sugar industry jobs

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The South African government is intensifying efforts to prevent the liquidation of Tongaat Hulett Limited, highlighting the potential job losses and economic impact ...

Brimstone Investment Corporation reports 98% increase in headline earnings

Edward West|Published

Brimstone Investment Corporation has reported a remarkable 98% increase in headline earnings for the year ending December 31, driven by strong results from its fishing ...

South Africa presses ahead with US trade ties amid tariff tensions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa is determined to strengthen its trade relations with the US despite challenges posed by renewed tariffs and shifting global dynamics, as officials outline ...

How Discovery is leveraging AI for robust growth across its business segments

Edward West|Published

Discovery Group has reported robust growth across its South African and global operations, driven by a shared-value business model and advancements in artificial ...

Higher fuel prices mean price increases for consumers at the tills

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African consumers face rising fuel prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, with potential implications for inflation and economic stability.

Shoprite warns government on reliance of CPI inflation data

Edward West|Published

Shoprite's CEO Pieter Engelbrecht highlights discrepancies between government CPI inflation data and the retailer's own calculations, revealing a significant difference ...

Middle East war clouds rate-cut outlook as SA Reserve Bank weighs inflation risks

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, South Africa's interest rate outlook faces new uncertainties. This article explores the implications ...

Governance fatigue: When boards normalise what should alarm them

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Governance fatigue can lead to a dangerous normalisation of deviance within boards, where recurring issues become routine and lose their urgency. This article explores ...

Rio Tinto's R8.5bn investment secures future of Zulti South project

Philippa Larkin|Published

Rio Tinto has announced a significant R8.5 billion investment in the Zulti South project at its Richards Bay Minerals operation in South Africa, lifting a suspension ...

What British coal mines teach us about AI adoption and sociotechnical failure

Andile Masuku|Published

Discover how the historical failures of British coal mining can inform our understanding of AI adoption today, revealing critical lessons about sociotechnical systems ...

The paradox of late adoption: Africa’s cloud-native revolution

Sarthak Rohal|Published

Discover how Africa is leapfrogging traditional IT stages, embracing cloud-native solutions that position the continent as a leader in digital transformation, and ...

Rand shows resilience as Middle East tensions escalate

Ashley Lechman|Published

With the conflict in Iran escalating, find out how global markets are responding, as oil prices surge and investor sentiment wavers. Stay informed about the latest ...

How your tech products could be used as weapons of war

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Leading tech companies like Google and OpenAI have shifted their stance on military partnerships, raising ethical concerns for consumers. What does this mean for ...

Oil eyes $100 as Strait of Hormuz closure sparks fears of global energy shock

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Oil markets are on edge as tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, potentially pushing prices above $100 per barrel. This article explores ...

New vehicle sales surge to 13-year high, but exports slump amid global pressures

Siphelele Dludla|Published

February 2026 marked a historic month for South Africa's new vehicle market, with sales reaching their highest levels in over a decade, despite challenges in export ...

Consumers brace for fuel price increases: What you need to know

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Trade unions and industry leaders voice concerns over significant fuel price increases for March 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices