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SA moves to build 60-day strategic fuel reserve as government eyes greater energy security

Siphelele Dludla and Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa is set to enhance its energy security with a new Strategic Petroleum Stocks Policy, requiring the country to maintain fuel reserves equivalent to 60 days of net imports. This initiative, announced by Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minis…

Economic warning signs emerge as PayInc Index falls to 7-month low

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The PayInc Economic Index indicates a concerning decline in economic activity, with rising inflation and fuel prices posing challenges for households and businesses ...

South African insurers poised to weather economic and geopolitical storms, says S&P

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Despite geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, South Africa's insurance industry is expected to remain resilient, according to S&P Global Ratings. The report ...

South Africa, Italy seek greener agricultural partnership to drive value addition, innovation

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister John Steenhuisen highlights the inaugural South Africa-Italy Agriculture Business Forum, emphasising the potential for dynamic agricultural partnerships ...

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 ...