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Consumer trust lifts Woolworths Food to top of South Africa's most recommended brands list

Ashley Lechman|Published

New research shows South Africans are most likely to recommend Woolworths Food, highlighting the growing importance of customer advocacy and trust.

African Trade is growing despite the obstacles

Ashley Lechman|Published

Businesses are expanding across Africa but fragmented payment systems, foreign exchange challenges and liquidity constraints continue to slow trade, according to ...

Reforming public procurement: A stakeholder perspective on the draft regulations

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Key stakeholders, including the B-BBEE Commission and the Black Management Forum, present a joint perspective on the Draft Public Procurement Regulations, emphasising ...

New MoU between RFA and SAFLA aims to streamline freight forwarding in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Road Freight Association and South African Freight and Logistics Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration and advocacy ...

Impact of potential tolls in the Strait of Hormuz on global oil prices

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Experts warn that the potential imposition of tolls in the Strait of Hormuz could significantly impact global oil prices and supply chains, with implications for ...

South Africa does not need more hustlers. It needs more builders

Paul Smith|Published

Every Youth Day, South Africa calls for young entrepreneurs, but is this the right approach? This article challenges the narrative, advocating for a more realistic ...

Diesel minibus emissions raise alarm as new study finds Johannesburg residents face growing air pollution risk

Ashley Lechman|Published

A new emissions study found diesel minibuses are contributing disproportionately to air pollution in Johannesburg, with experts calling for urgent policy interventions ...

PIC governance crisis deepens as DA calls for parliamentary intervention

Ashley Lechman|Published

The Democratic Alliance has called for urgent parliamentary hearings after the Public Investment Corporation suspended its chief executive and acting chief investment ...

Forget cheating death: the trillion-dollar case for rug tape and hearing aids

Andile Masuku|Published

Bryan Johnson's mission to defy death has sparked a polarising reaction, revealing society's complex relationship with mortality. This article explores the surprising ...

How to tell whether you're using AI productively or just more frequently

Ashley Lechman|Published

AI can save time, but experts warned that relying on it without critical thinking could weaken essential workplace skills.

South African firms urged to rethink cyber security as AI accelerates attacks

Ashley Lechman|Published

As AI capabilities continue to evolve, experts warned that South African companies cannot rely on regulation alone and must invest in continuous cyber defence.

Unlocking Africa’s agriculture: Insights from the Standard Bank Africa Unlocked conference

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the Standard Bank Africa Unlocked Conference, experts discuss strategies to enhance agricultural production in Africa, focusing on lessons from South Africa and ...

New Foot and Mouth Disease regulations bring hope to South African beef industry

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's new Foot and Mouth Disease regulations, gazetted on 8 July 2026, mark a pivotal moment for the beef industry, offering economic relief and a clearer ...

Citrus Growers' Association reports strong lemon season despite unusual patterns

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa reports an unexpectedly strong lemon season, highlighting unusual trends and challenges faced by growers

Cosatu's call to action against forced labour in South Africa

Zingiswa Losi|Published

Cosatu has presented a crucial submission to the USTR, highlighting the urgent issue of forced labour and its implications for workers in South Africa and beyond. ...

Masebudule: a case study of structural extraction in post-apartheid South Africa

Dr Pali Lehohla|Published

Explore the intricate socio-economic dynamics of Masebudule village, where decades of statistical analysis reveal the harsh realities of resource extraction and ...

Standard Bank's Africa Unlocked Conference: A Vision for Continental Growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the recent Africa Unlocked conference, Standard Bank leaders discussed the continent's growth potential, highlighting the importance of African enterprise and ...

Should a child's online safety depend on the school they attend?

Doros Hadjizenonos|Published

Explore how the digital education landscape shapes the future of South African youth and why robust online safety measures are essential for every learner, regardless ...

Wind farm partnership helps grow food security and small businesses in the Eastern Cape

Ashley Lechman|Published

From household food gardens to enterprise development, communities surrounding EDF's Eastern Cape wind farms are seeing new opportunities take root through a programme ...

South Africans feel the squeeze as economy faces another challenging week

Ashley Lechman|Published

Lower fuel prices offered welcome relief, but slowing economic activity, weaker business confidence and global uncertainty continued to weigh on South African households ...