Black Friday Alert: How AI, deepfakes and smart scams trick shoppers

Ashley Lechman|Published

According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners South Africa (ACFE SA), fraud typically spiked during large retail events such as Black Friday — a trend that RCS believed would continue.

South Africa's medium-term budget: Key insights and expectations for consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

Tando Ngibe, Senior Manager at Budget Insurance, anticipates crucial revisions in economic growth and inflation forecasts during the MTBPS.

A cleaner future for steelmaking in South Africa

Amit Saini|Published

For every tonne of steel produced, nearly two tonnes of CO₂ are emitted with estimates for South Africa emitting 2.5 metric tonnes of CO₂ per ton of crude steel, ...

The price of loyalty: South African shoppers lost faith in Black Friday hype

Ashley Lechman|Published

Black Friday delivered big sales once again, but experts said consumer trust, not discounts, became the real prize for retailers this year.

South Africa’s subtropical fruit exports offer growth potential — Steenhuisen

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen discusses the growth potential of South Africa's subtropical fruit sector, highlighting export opportunities and the importance ...

Mixed reactions as fuel prices ease slightly in November

Yogashen Pillay|Published

As petrol and diesel prices decrease in November, industry experts weigh in on the implications for transport costs and consumer spending

Finalisation of strategic partner for South African Post Office nears completion

Banele Ginindza|Published

The South African Post Office is on the verge of securing a strategic private-sector partner, pending a court review of the Business Rescue Practitioners' report. ...

Financial pressure and mental health: Insights from the 2025 Cumulate Financial Resilience Index

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The 2025 Cumulate Financial Resilience Index reveals alarming statistics about the impact of financial stress on South African consumers' mental health, highlighting ...

Steel industry stakeholders demand urgent review of Preferential Price System changes

Banele Ginindza|Published

South African steel industry leaders are urging a review of the recent amendments to the Preferential Price System, claiming they overlook critical evidence and ...

RMIS launches innovative Traceability Platform to boost livestock tracking in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

RMIS has launched Phase 2 of its Traceability Platform, aimed at enhancing livestock traceability in South Africa's red meat industry, improving disease response, ...

Why South Africa needs a PGM Commodity Exchange for a sustainable future

Tawanda Karombo|Published

Experts urge South Africa to adopt a long-term strategy for platinum group metals (PGMs) through a commodity exchange, emphasising the need for deeper research into ...

PIC hits back at UDM over ‘false and malicious’ claims about governance and investments

Philippa Larkin|Published

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) firmly counters allegations from the Democratic Movement (UDM) regarding its governance and investment practices, asserting ...

South Africa aims to create 500 000 jobs through Global Business Services by 2030

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the BPESA conference in Durban, Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi outlined South Africa's ambitious plan to attract international investors and create 500,000 jobs ...

Some pre festive cheer as fuel price cuts in November bring welcome year-end relief

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans prepare for the holiday season, the recent drop in petrol and diesel prices offers a much-needed reprieve amidst financial strains, making travel ...

Tourism recovery: South Africa welcomes over one million more international visitors in 2025

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's tourism sector is experiencing a remarkable recovery, with over 7.6 million international visitors recorded from January to September 2025, marking ...

October's Absa PMI report signals worrying decline in manufacturing sentiment

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Absa's Purchasing Managers' Index for October 2025 indicates a worrying decline in manufacturing sentiment, highlighting subdued domestic demand and persistent logistical ...

South Africa's 2024-25 summer grain and oilseed production forecast shows significant growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Crop Estimate Committee (CEC) 9th production estimate released a few days ago indicated that the 2024-25 summer grain and oilseeds production season was excellent. ...

Drones sector urges changes to aviation legislation as government recognises its importance

Banele Ginindza|Published

The drones sector is pushing the Department of Transport to update air traffic control legislation, enabling longer flights for critical goods delivery, as the government ...

MTBPS sets the stage for tax compliance and sustainable growth

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans look ahead to the November announcement, the 2025 budget could signal a turning point in the quest for enhancing tax compliance and ensuring prudent ...

Card spending declines as consumers turn cautious — Absa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The latest Absa Merchant Spend Analytics report reveals a 4.2% decline in card spending, following a strong rebound in July. This article explores the factors influencing ...