South African SMEs poised for growth amid festive season and credit rating upgrades

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South African SMEs prepare for the festive shopping spree, key credit ratings improvements and alliances promise new avenues for growth. Will this be their season ...

Kaspersky reveals alarming rise in daily cyber threats: 500 000 malicious files detected in 2025

BR Reporter|Published

Kaspersky's 2025 Security Bulletin reveals a concerning trend in cyber threats, with an average of 500,000 malicious files detected daily, a 7% increase from the ...

Traxtion unveils R3.4bn rolling stock investment in landmark boost to SA rail reform

Yogashen Pillay|Updated

The investment comprises R1.8bn for locomotives and R1.6bn for wagons, with a minimum 60% local content requirement.

Peach Payments sees 93% surge in Black Friday sales

Ashley Lechman|Published

As e-commerce continues to shape the retail landscape in South Africa and beyond, Peach Payments' latest results highlight not just a shift in consumer behaviour ...

Shipping cartel exposed: Major lines accused of fixing cargo rates on SA trade routes

Philippa Larkin|Published

The Competition Commission has referred a significant complaint against eight major cargo shipping companies to the Competition Tribunal, alleging price fixing that ...

South Africa's GDP growth modestly rises to 0.5% amid industry challenges

Ashley Lechman|Published

Amidst uncertainty and subtle growth, South Africans are left wondering whether these modest gains can pave the way for a more robust economic future. Stay informed ...

Trump's G20 exclusion of South Africa raises concerns over diplomatic relations

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Following President Trump's announcement that South Africa will not be invited to the G20 Summit, experts weigh in on the potential diplomatic and economic repercussions ...

Ithala Bank depositors to get payouts from December 8

Philippa Larkin|Published

The National Treasury announces a significant R2.2 billion payout for Ithala Bank depositors, starting December 8, 2025, bringing hope to over 250,000 customers ...

Ports Regulator trims NPA tariff hike to 7.57% for 2026/27 financial year

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Ports Regulator of South Africa has announced a 7.57% tariff increase for the financial year 2026/27, following an application from the National Ports Authority. ...

South Africa's informal miners fight for their future in coal's twilight

AFP|Published

Cyprial, once aspiring to be a lawyer, now toils in the shadows of South Africa's illegal coal mines, where the rumble of wheelbarrows echoes through dark tunnels. ...

South Africa’s Black Friday spend soars as shoppers chased big ticket savings

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africans shopped with renewed confidence this Black Friday as spending jumped despite a tough economy.

Court rules that a bank cannot sue a deceased client for unpaid car instalments after death

Zelda Venter|Published

The North West Province's High Court has ruled against a bank's attempt to repossess a vehicle from a client who had tragically passed away, underscoring the need ...

Here’s what you’re likely to pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

Jason Woosey|Published

South Africans brace for higher fuel costs this December, with petrol prices expected to rise by 25 cents and diesel by up to 81 cents. Discover how these changes ...

FMCG demand lifts third quarter retail sales, but tech sector weakens — NIQ South Africa

Philippa Larkin|Published

Discover how South Africa's retail sector thrived in Q3 2025, driven by strong FMCG demand, while the tech market faces ongoing challenges, according to NielsenIQ's ...

Experts calm as South Africa’s producer inflation rises to 2.9% in October

Yogashen Pillay|Published

October 2025 sees a rise in the Producer Price Index to 2.9%, with experts weighing in on the implications for consumer prices and inflation trends.

Africa rides business tourism boom as South Africa hosts historic G20 Summit

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Explore how the G20 Summit in South Africa has catalysed growth in Africa's business tourism sector, highlighting key economic indicators and future trends

Shopper spends just over R1 million during Black Friday in travel and tourism sector

Ashley Lechman|Updated

Discover how Peach Payments is rewriting the Black Friday playbook with an 80% growth in digital transactions. Get insights into the record-breaking sales and find ...

From big TVs to basic necessities: how South Africans approached Black Friday

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africans have pivoted from purchasing big-ticket items during Black Friday to hunting for deals on essential groceries, as the ongoing cost-of-living crisis ...

Sars refutes claims it is responsible for jet fuel shortage in East London

Philippa Larkin|Published

Did the South African Revenue Service cause a jet fuel shortage in East London? The agency strongly denies these claims, stating that the allegations misrepresent ...