Luxury property market surges as millionaires eye Hermanus and young buyers flood Sandton

Ashley Lechman|Published

As Black Coffee’s multi-million rand coastal home makes headlines, luxury property trends are heating up across South Africa—from R100 million estates in Hermanus to a surge of young buyers flocking to Sandton’s sought-after suburbs.

South Africans brace for increased electricity tariffs and smart meter rollout

Ashley Lechman|Published

As Eskom announces a 12% tariff hike and mandatory smart meter installations, South Africans brace for challenging times ahead, with potential disruptions to daily ...

Summer holidays in KZN: Province gears up for bumper festive season

Yogashen Pillay|Published

With the summer festive season approaching, eThekwini Municipality is gearing up to welcome 1. 3 million visitors, promising a significant boost to the local economy ...

South Africa' s inflation ticked up slightly in September to 3.4%

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa's inflation rate has seen a slight uptick in September, causing a stir among economists. Explore the factors behind the numbers and what they mean for ...

Agri-industry alarmed by Onderstepoort Biological Products’ performance, challenges

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Southern African Agri Initiative (SAAI) expresses grave concerns over Onderstepoort Biological Products' performance, citing missed targets and governance issues, ...

Agriculture Master Plan driving steady growth in the sector, says Steenhuisen

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen discusses the positive impact of the Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP) on South Africa's agricultural sector, ...

South Africa’s stone fruit industry set for major boost as China trade deal sealed

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's Department of Agriculture has signed a landmark trade protocol with China, potentially unlocking R400 million for the stone fruit industry. Experts ...

Mining output dips as sector faces renewed pressure from weak demand and rising costs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

August 2025 brought mixed results for South Africa's mining sector, with a year-on-year production decline of 0. 2% reported by Stats SA. Key contributors to this ...

Transnet Port Terminals achieves record container handling in turnaround efforts

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet Port Terminals reports significant improvements in container handling and operational efficiency, achieving record-breaking performance in recent weeks. ...

Industry leaders welcome R50 billion development of the Port of Gauteng

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The R50 billion development of the Port of Gauteng aims to revolutionise South Africa's logistics sector, creating over 50,000 jobs and addressing inefficiencies ...

South Africans demand healthier, smarter, and more sustainable food choices, PwC report reveals

Ashley Lechman|Published

PwC’s Voice of the Consumer 2025 report highlights how South African consumers are driving change in the food industry, demanding affordable, health-conscious, and ...

The human voice - why talking still matters in an online world

Warren Hawkins|Published

We’re living in an age where technology is supposed to make everything easier and faster.

The hidden wealth we all carry

Murray Legg|Published

Social Capital is the new ‘lights on’ for endeavours and it can be just as powerful as financial capital.

The Black Friday remix: What 2025 will look like after a rule-changing 2024

Rory Bosman|Published

According to the Ecentric Payment Systems’ Black Friday Index 2024, the four-day Black Friday to Cyber Monday window punched well above its weight with online transactions ...

SA food security improves slightly, but hunger remains widespread – Shoprite Index

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Shoprite's latest Food Security Index reveals a modest rise in food security levels in South Africa, yet experts warn that hunger remains a critical issue affecting ...

Motor trade sales rise as easing inflation and lower rates lift demand

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA's latest report reveals a 1. 9% increase in motor trade sales year-on-year for August 2025, driven by strong new vehicle sales and accessories, indicating ...

South Africa strengthens plastic recycling drive as global treaty talks stall

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While global negotiations on plastic pollution falter, South Africa continues to advance its circular economy through major recycling investments. The launch of ...

SA agriculture sees strong crop recovery, but livestock struggles persist amid FMD outbreak

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Despite a promising recovery in South Africa's crop and fruit sectors for 2025, the livestock industry faces significant challenges due to the ongoing Foot and Mouth ...

SA looks to China for R400 million stone fruit exports amid diversification drive

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen announces a groundbreaking trade protocol that opens the Chinese market to five types of South African stone fruits, potentially ...

Economic activity strengthens for fifth month, but risks remain - the PayInc Economic Index

Philippa Larkin|Published

Discover how the PayInc Economic Index reflects South Africa's economic resilience amid ongoing challenges, revealing insights into consumer behaviour and market ...