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Beyond the badge: why experience will define automotive loyalty in South Africa

Liezel Jonkheid|Published

The rise of Chinese and Indian automotive brands in South Africa is reshaping the market landscape. As these brands offer feature-rich SUVs at competitive prices, how will established luxury brands adapt to maintain customer loyalty?

Data breaches in South Africa occur every three hours, with 90% deemed preventable

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a country where data breaches now strike every three hours, the pressing need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been clearer. With 90% of these breaches ...

Impending fuel price surge to hit South African households hard

Ashley Lechman|Published

As global events continue to influence local economics, understanding how to navigate these turbulent waters may be the difference between financial stability and ...

Economic growth strategies: Insights from Chile, Poland, India, Germany, and Argentina

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Discover how South Africa can learn from the economic reform experiences of five diverse countries, as highlighted in a new Bureau for Economic Research study. This ...

Human Rights Day shines a light on economic dignity for South African workers

Ashley Lechman|Published

This Human Rights Day, discover how Paymenow is transforming the financial landscape for South African workers, empowering them to reclaim their economic dignity ...

Grain farmers warn of mounting cost pressures threatening profitability and food security

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Grain SA Congress reveals the pressing challenges faced by South African grain farmers, including rising production costs and policy uncertainty, threatening food ...

Study finds battery gigafactory in South Africa viable as demand for energy storage surges

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Localisation Support Fund's recent feasibility study highlights the potential for establishing a gigafactory in South Africa, driven by increasing demand for battery ...

South African rand under pressure as oil prices soar

Ashley Lechman|Published

The South African rand faces significant challenges as international oil prices surge, driven by geopolitical tensions and economic indicators. This article explores ...

Proudly South African leads protest to spotlight economic effects of illicit trade

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a powerful demonstration of unity, hundreds protest in Sandton to address the growing menace of illicit trade, demanding urgent action to protect local industries ...

Infrastructure investment race reshapes SA’s economic future, says Energy Department

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Subesh Pillay, Acting Director-General for the Department of Electricity and Energy, highlights the critical role of infrastructure in economic competitiveness during ...

War shock threatens South Africa’s fragile recovery despite uptick in PayInc Index

Yogashen Pillay|Published

PayInc Economic Index shows a 0.4% increase in February, but geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raise concerns about South Africa's economic outlook, particularly ...

Oil shock could stall South Africa’s recovery as fuel risks and inflation pressures mount

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Oxford Economics Africa warns that South Africa's fragile economic recovery could face renewed strain in 2026 due to rising global oil prices driven by geopolitical ...

South Africa set to scale back borrowing as Africa’s debt climbs to $155bn, says S&P

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa is poised to reduce its borrowing in 2026, contrasting with a projected rise in African sovereign debt to $155 billion, according to a new S&P Global ...

Coal to remain central to South Africa’s energy mix despite climate concerns, say experts

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts discuss South Africa's ongoing reliance on coal, highlighted by Sasol's recent launch of its Destoning Plant in Mpumalanga. This development underscores ...

Power price hike, fuel costs and global tensions set to squeeze South African consumers in April

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom's recent announcement of an electricity tariff increase has raised concerns among experts about the potential economic impact on South African consumers, particularly ...

Middle East conflict sparks fertiliser price surge, raising alarm for South African farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Farming associations in South Africa are raising alarms over expected increases in fertiliser prices due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Experts warn that ...

The platform you build on is a political choice. So is the one you don’t.

Andile Masuku|Published

Discover the political implications of choosing social media platforms as the Executive Editor of Future in the Humanities (FITH) shares insights on the decentralised ...

The war that could move AI into space

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Explore how the Iran conflict is reshaping the future of artificial intelligence and prompting a potential shift of data centres into space. What does this mean ...

Company data backups can become as much of a risk as they are a hedge against breaches

Richard Ford|Published

Is your company's digital infrastructure a ticking time bomb? Discover the hidden risks of data backups and learn how to safeguard your organisation from data toxicity. ...

Operation Vulindlela reforms show progress but economic recovery remains uneven: BER report

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The findings of the Bureau for Economic Research's latest report on South Africa's economic recovery highlight the successes and ongoing challenges of Operation ...