PKMI withdraws bid for MAS shares despite strong interest

Edward West|Published

" PKMI's recent bid to acquire shares in MAS faced strong participation but was ultimately rejected due to unappealing pricing. This decision reflects the evolving ...

Your children might inherit your wealth, but will they know what to do with it?

Shaun Meintjes|Published

Preparing your children for wealth starts long before an actual inheritance – you need to prepare them to manage it with responsibility and perspective, says Shaun ...

How financial jargon is undermining financial inclusion

Staff Reporter|Published

Complex financial jargon is preventing many South Africans from making informed money decisions. Experts say using plain language can improve financial literacy, ...

Bridgement secures R330 million to reshape SME funding landscape in South Africa

Edward West|Published

Bridgement has secured R330 million from major banks to empower South Africa's SMEs with quicker and easier access to funding, revolutionising traditional lending ...

Point of view: beware of fake NaTIS traffic fine emails, warns RTMC

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has warned motorists about a phishing scam involving fake traffic fine emails that demand immediate payment. Here's ...

How levies and municipal charges can make or break property affordability

Jonathan Kohler|Published

Buying a sectional title property involves far more than paying the bond. Jonathan Kohler, CEO and Founder of Landsdowne Properties, explains how levies, municipal ...

Cash at home: why many South Africans still avoid formal savings

Buli Ndlovu|Published

Nearly half of South Africans continue to save cash at home despite wider access to banking services, exposing themselves to theft, fire and lost interest, according ...

Liberty study reveals financial strain on mid-career South Africans

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A new Liberty and UCT study reveals that South Africans aged 35 to 55 are increasingly anxious about retirement, job security and rising living costs despite being ...

Dis-Chem's strategic investments position it for future growth in South Africa

Edward West|Updated

Dis-Chem's chairman and CEO discuss the company's strategic investments and growth strategies in the face of a challenging operating environment, highlighting the ...

Weather-related catastrophes reshape short-term insurance landscape in 2026

Edward West|Published

PSG Insure CEO Cedric Masondo highlights the alarming rise in weather-related catastrophes and their impact on short-term insurance claims in 2026, urging businesses ...

UIF says Busa's withdrawal from governance structures will not create reforms

Edward West|Published

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) addresses Business Unity South Africa's (Busa) recent withdrawal from governance structures, highlighting the importance of ...

Rising electricity costs bite harder this winter for SA households

Sherry Sibeko|Published

As winter tightens its grip, South African households are feeling the strain of rising electricity costs, with everyday appliances placing increasing pressure on ...

Understanding the hidden costs of gambling for South Africa's youth

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Explore how South Africa's booming online gambling industry is affecting the financial wellbeing of young people, with experts warning that even small bets can lead ...

How inflated costs can lead to tax fraud: insights from a recent court ruling

Willem J Oberholzer|Published

This article explores a recent South African Tax Court ruling that underscores the importance of substantiating business expenses. It details how inflated costs ...

South Africa's last manganese smelter went dark

Edward West|Published

Transalloys, South Africa's last manganese smelter, has ceased production, jeopardising 600 jobs and 7,000 downstream livelihoods. Chief executive Konstantin Sadovnik ...

Business Unity South Africa calls for urgent reform of the Unemployment Insurance Fund

Edward West|Published

Business Unity South Africa (Busa) has joined trade unions in demanding urgent reforms and a forensic investigation into the Unemployment Insurance Fund, citing ...

SADC faces unprecedented decline in aid: A call for economic transformation

Edward West|Published

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) faces a significant decline in aid, prompting Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to advocate for structural transformation ...

Tiger Brands strengthens local agriculture as Oros sources all oranges from South African growers

Ashley Lechman|Published

Tiger Brands has sourced every orange needed for Oros from South African growers for the second consecutive season, strengthening local agriculture and reducing ...

Meet Penny, the AI assistant from Pick n Pay's asap! that you can speak to

Edward West|Published

Pick n Pay is set to launch Penny, a groundbreaking AI-powered grocery shopping assistant, enabling South African customers to shop conversationally and effortlessly ...