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Tongaat Hulett crisis: GrowerCo is a structured, long-prepared solution, not a last-minute rescue

Pratish Sharma|Published

Explore how the GrowerCo initiative, backed by experienced sugarcane growers, aims to secure the future of Tongaat Hulett amid its liquidation crisis.

South Africa's Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine update: Allocations and current status

Yogashen Pillay|Published

An update from the Portfolio Committee on Agriculture reveals the current status of Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine allocations in South Africa, highlighting the ...

Middle East conflict remains Achilles heel to SA's economic outlook after firmer growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's GDP increased by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting ongoing economic recovery despite looming geopolitical tensions. Economists weigh in ...

FSCA warns South Africans against Fast Profit Income crypto and forex investment scheme

Ashley Lechman|Published

The FSCA has issued a public warning against Fast Profit Income, cautioning South Africans to be wary of investment offers promising returns of up to 200% and to ...

South Africa’s economy extends growth streak as GDP rises 0.5%

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's GDP saw a 0.5% increase in the first quarter of 2026, driven by growth in finance, agriculture, and trade sectors, despite a decline in manufacturing. ...

Sarb says South Africa needs faster, cheaper digital payments before launching a retail CBDC

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Rashad Cassim, Deputy Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, emphasises the need for modernising the country's payment system over the immediate introduction ...

Meta deploys AI and new safety tools to protect World Cup fans and players

Ashley Lechman|Published

Meta has unveiled a series of new anti scam and online safety initiatives ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as cybercriminals and online abusers increasingly target ...

The innovation paradox: Stellenbosch, eScooters, and the future of innovation governance

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Are we ready for a future filled with humanoid robots and autonomous vehicles? As Stellenbosch grapples with the challenges of eScooters, we explore the broader ...

Narrative and belonging: reflections from Katapult Future Fest 2026

Andile Masuku and Tayo Akinyemi|Published

Tayo Akinyemi shares her transformative experiences from Katapult Future Fest 2026, where narratives of community and belonging were explored through the lens of ...

SA farmers call for stronger trade diplomacy to unlock agricultural export growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Agbiz Congress 2026 in Gqeberha highlighted the need for South Africa to enhance its agricultural trade strategies amidst rising geopolitical tensions. Key discussions ...

South Africa posts record agricultural trade surplus as imports decline

Yogashen Pillay|Published

AgriSA's latest report reveals a historic trade surplus of $1.55 billion for South Africa's agricultural sector in Q1 2026, driven by a decline in imports and strong ...

Study finds recovered FMD cattle pose lower risk, opening door to cost-savings for industry

Yogashen Pillay|Published

A recent study by the University of Pretoria indicates that offal meat from cattle recovered from Foot and Mouth Disease is safe for consumption, challenging existing ...

South Africans are finding it easier to talk to AI about their debt

Ashley Lechman|Published

As household debt pressures mount, experts say AI voice agents are helping consumers navigate difficult financial conversations without the embarrassment often associated ...

The illusion of South Africa's primary surplus: a deeper economic analysis

Dr. Pali Lehohla|Published

South Africa's economic landscape is marred by corruption and infrastructure neglect, raising critical questions about the viability of a primary surplus as a developmental ...

An open letter to the Minister of Finance on bank fraud accountability

Trudie Broekmann|Published

Consumers are increasingly falling victim to cybercrime through banks, leaving them vulnerable and without recourse. This open letter urges the Minister of Finance ...

COFI Bill: What does it mean for South African consumers?

Hilah Laskov|Published

Discover how the proposed COFI Bill could revolutionise transparency in South Africa's financial sector, requiring institutions to publish their audited financial ...

Cosatu welcomes new laws to address wage gaps in South Africa

Zingiswa Losi|Published

Two significant legislative changes in South Africa promise to enhance workers' wages and combat poverty and inequality, as COSATU celebrates the progress made in ...

Market pressures: Precious metals and the Rand face challenges

Chris Harmse|Published

As precious metals falter, what are the implications for the Rand and global markets?"

From trust wars to trust economies: rethinking SA’s cross-border e-commerce trajectory

Dudley Filippa|Published

Discover how the latest Mustang Pay report reveals a pivotal shift in South Africa's e-commerce landscape, moving from aggressive price competition to a trust-driven ...

South African banks urged to overhaul fraud dispute processes as digital banking scams surge

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa's digital fraud crisis is exposing weaknesses in bank dispute processes, with industry experts calling for greater transparency and faster resolutions. ...