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Building the scaffolding for Africa’s creative economy to thrive to the global stage

Kelly Maroon|Published

While discussions often centre on high-cost, tech-heavy industries, Africa's creative industries are quietly booming, offering millions of jobs for the continent's rapidly growing youth population.

Steenhuisen approves sweeping new foot-and-mouth disease rules to protect livestock sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister John Steenhuisen has approved new national control measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease in South Africa, aiming to balance animal health and economic sustainability ...

Micro influencers are reshaping shopping as TikTok turns creators into sales drivers

Ashley Lechman|Published

TikTok is transforming product discovery, with millions of users researching and buying products after seeing them featured by creators.

Fuel price relief on the cards as economists predict sharp petrol and diesel cuts

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Experts predict a decrease in petrol and diesel prices due to falling Brent crude oil prices, with insights from leading economists on the potential impact on inflation ...

How tariffs and macroeconomic shocks are reshaping South African agriculture

Dirk Schlebusch|Published

Explore how South African agriculture is facing unprecedented volatility from global tariffs and climate anomalies, and discover innovative strategies for producers ...

ITAC defends decision to keep wheat tariff trigger unchanged despite Grain SA objections

Yogashen Pillay|Published

ITAC's chief commissioner Ayabonga Cawe discusses the decision to maintain the Dollar-Based Reference Price for wheat at $279, addressing industry concerns and the ...

Nearly half of South Africans fear they cannot survive another interest rate increase

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African households are increasingly anxious about rising borrowing costs, with many expecting more interest rate increases before the end of the year.

Is TikTok rewiring our brains?

Anna Collard|Published

Explore how the rapid-fire nature of social media, particularly TikTok, is reshaping our cognitive responses and impacting cybersecurity training. Discover innovative ...

Karoo farmers set for profit boost as favourable rainfall transforms grazing conditions

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent rainfall in the Karoo region of South Africa has brought much-needed relief to farmers, enhancing livestock production and improving grazing conditions. Experts ...

Why inefficient financial operations are becoming a major business risk in SA

Christine Buss|Published

In today's unpredictable economic climate, why is it crucial for finance teams to evolve from back-office functions to strategic partners for business survival?

From the margins to a seat at the main table: why South Africa needs its innovators now

Seati Moloi|Published

Join the vital conversation shaping South Africa's economic future, where leaders from various sectors unite to explore how innovation can drive growth, create jobs, ...

Youth unemployment creates a healthcare access gap

Justine Lacy|Published

As South Africa grapples with a youth unemployment crisis, are we overlooking the critical impact on healthcare access and long-term health outcomes?

Fuel price shock pushes producer inflation to 7.8% in May

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Producer Price Inflation (PPI) in South Africa experienced a significant increase from 4.8% in April to 7.8% in May 2026, driven primarily by rising fuel costs. ...

South Africa's hidden champions hold the key to growth

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

Despite years of economic stagnation, South Africa is witnessing a remarkable transformation in unexpected places. Discover how the pistachio industry in Prieska ...

Cape Town port invests R96m in new equipment as it battles poor global ranking

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Cape Town Container Terminal announces a R96 million investment in hybrid straddle carriers, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and address challenges highlighted ...

Western Cape unveils 4-point plan to lift Cape Town port from bottom of global rankings

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Western Cape Government outlines four strategic interventions to enhance the efficiency of the Port of Cape Town, following its last-place ranking in the World ...

The future of family wealth in Africa

Partnered Content|Updated

Global mobility and evolving family dynamics are reshaping wealth management for high-net-worth families in Africa,

SA moves closer to rare earth processing hub as Steenkampskraal and Mintek reach milestone

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine and Mintek announce a significant milestone in the production of high-purity rare earth products, positioning South Africa as a leader ...

South Africans’ take-home pay falls to two-year low as inflation erodes salaries

Yogashen Pillay|Published

PayInc's latest report reveals a concerning decline in real net salaries in South Africa, highlighting the impact of rising inflation and economic uncertainty on ...

KZN braces for busy winter as July holiday visitors set to top 920,000

Yogashen Pillay|Published

KwaZulu-Natal is gearing up for a record-breaking July holiday season, with over 920,000 visitors expected to generate nearly R1.9 billion in tourism expenditure, ...