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Falling soybean and maize prices ease pressure on poultry sector, but squeeze farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa highlights the implications of recent declines in soybean and maize prices, revealing both challenges and opportunities for farmers and the poultry sector.

Warning bells as poultry imports surge, raising concerns for local industry

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa experiences a dramatic rise in poultry imports, with frozen chicken imports increasing by 136% in early 2026 compared to the previous year. This article ...

Dr Pali Lehohla: 'My responsibility for being the Statistician-General of South Africa'

Pali Lehohla|Published

Reflecting on my tenure as the Statistician-General of South Africa, I explore the enduring challenges of poverty and the evolution of census data from my father's ...

Cosatu: Disbarment of former VBS auditor marks a significant step in South Africa's fight against corruption

Zingiswa Losi|Published

Former VBS Mutual Bank auditor Sipho Malaba faces disbarment and a hefty fine, highlighting the urgent need for reform in South Africa's auditing practices to combat ...

Logistics industry slams Transnet's proposed " fuel neutrality" charge amid rising costs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet Port Terminals announces a new fuel neutrality charge of R52 per container, effective from May 2026, as industry stakeholders express concerns over the ...

Relief as Tongaat Hulett liquidation hearing postponed, but uncertainty persists for farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Durban High Court has postponed the liquidation hearing for Tongaat Hulett Limited to June 2026, providing temporary relief for farmers and stakeholders concerned ...

SA small businesses prioritise stability and digital growth in 2026, Xero report finds

Yogashen Pillay|Published

According to Xero's latest report, South African small businesses are entering 2026 with a focus on stability and digital transformation, as 80% report revenue growth ...

Fuel price hikes and inflation: The looming financial crisis for South Africans

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African consumers face a financial storm due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran, with rising fuel prices and inflation threatening economic stability. ...

Why medical aid members are facing more out-of-pocket healthcare expenses than ever before

James White|Published

Gap cover exists specifically to address these shortfalls by covering the gap between what medical schemes pay and what healthcare providers charge, offering peace ...

The AI shift: Mapping South Africa’s growing AI skills economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

Discover how South Africa's job market is embracing AI as a mainstream skill, transcending traditional roles and transforming workplace dynamics. Explore the insights ...

Declining energy prices offer a glimmer of hope for South African consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

As energy prices begin to ease, South African consumers find themselves at a crossroads—will the anticipated fuel price hikes spoil the optimism created by a strengthening ...

Cosmetic surgeon warns AI beauty apps may mislead patients

Ashley Lechman|Published

As AI beauty apps proliferate, consumers must navigate a landscape filled with promise and peril. Can technology deliver on the dreams it sells, or will it create ...

AI is changing corporate SA, not just jobs, but how work works

Ajen Sita|Published

By 2026, South African business leaders are shifting their focus from whether Artificial Intelligence matters to how quickly it can be applied responsibly, transforming ...

The global talent map is being redrawn — South Africa must decide where it stands

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

Government cannot win the talent war alone. Business must step up—not just as employers, but as co-creators of national competitiveness:

Steenhuisen announces positive results from Foot and Mouth Disease vaccination strategy

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen reports promising early results from the national vaccination campaign against Foot and Mouth Disease, with over two million ...

Emirates, Wesgro forge partnership to boost tourism to Cape Town and Western Cape

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Emirates and Wesgro have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance inbound tourism to Cape Town and the Western Cape, marking a pivotal moment for South Africa's ...

Tongaat Hulett liquidation case poses critical test for SA’s sugar industry: SA Canegrowers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

SA Canegrowers warns that the impending liquidation of Tongaat Hulett could devastate the sugar industry, threatening thousands of jobs and livelihoods in rural ...

Fuel price hikes could push South African inflation to new heights

Ashley Lechman|Published

Rising fuel prices, driven by geopolitical tensions, are set to push South African inflation rates higher, impacting consumers and the economy. Experts warn of potential ...

Ramaphosa calls for urgent overhaul of local economies as LED Summit sets reform agenda

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasises the need for municipalities to transform into economic drivers at the 2026 National LED Summit, focusing on small businesses ...

Rising living costs push South Africans deeper into debt, experts warn

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South African consumers are increasingly turning to credit as rising fuel prices, food costs, and stagnant wages create a perfect storm of financial strain. Experts ...