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Discovery group chief executive Adrian Gore has warned that in emerging market countries like South Africa, narrative drives reality. “There’s ignorance in capital markets and other markets about what happens in the developing market, and therefore what the narrative really drives economic growth or decline,” said Gore. Therefore, despite South Africa’s challenges, it is essential …

When it comes to South African safaris, places like Kruger and Addo often steal the spotlight. Yet, scattered across the country are smaller national parks that pack a powerful punch. These parks may be modest in size, but they shine in biodiversity, history, and unforgettable scenery. Whether you’re seeking wildflowers, shipwrecks, or endangered antelope, Bontebok, …

Cycling is as much a way of exercise as it is a way of exploring the country’s landscapes at a slower pace. Juanita Swart/Unsplash Giba Gorge Just outside Durban, Giba Gorge MTB Park has built a reputation as one of the most rider-friendly destinations in KZN. With over 40 kilometres of graded trails, a BMX …

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has announced the publication of the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the commencement of a focused market inquiry into the implementation and impact of fixed charges, a generation capacity charge (GCC), legacy charges and other associated charges levied by electricity distributors, including Eskom and municipalities. This market-wide …

The rooibos plant (Aspalathus linearis) grows in the mountainous Cederberg region of South Africa’s Western Cape province. It has been traditionally harvested and consumed as a herbal tea by the Khoisan people. Beyond making tea, the plant has been touted for its potential health benefits. Rooibos has scientifically proven effects as anantioxidant. This is a …

The Department of Transport has accelerated the clearing of the backlog of driving licence cards that emerged earlier in 2025 due to another breakdown of the country’s only card printer. The 27-year-old machine suffered a three-month outage between February and May 2025, resulting in a backlog of 756,227 cards. Shortly after the machine was returned …

Taiwan has suspended semiconductor export restrictions against South Africa just two days after announcing them, according to a report by Bloomberg News on Thursday. According to the newswire, the decision signals unease in Taipei about using its chip industry as a tool in diplomatic disputes. The surprise reversal reportedly followed a request from Pretoria to …

Taiwan is suspending chip export controls it placed on South Africa just two days ago — a sign it is uncomfortable with using the key tech export as a weapon in diplomatic disputes. The Economic Ministry said in a statement sent to reporters via Line on Thursday that after discussion with the Foreign Ministry it …

ROUND FIVE PREVIEW: The Springboks and Los Pumas’ Rugby Championship destiny is in their own hands heading into the penultimate round of the tournament. ADVERTISEMENT All four participating teams enter Round Five of the tournament with a chance to win the trophy. A loss for the Springboks or Argentina could see the calculator come into …

Double-cab bakkies have overtaken German sedans as the most aspirational vehicle type for motorists in South Africa. This is according to Cars.co.za’s annual industry report, which found that consumers, on average, would rather own a high-spec pickup than a traditional luxury vehicle from a brand like BMW, Audi, or Mercedes-Benz. “Our data shows a dramatic …

Gold prices continue to set record highs, driven by strong central bank purchases and investment demand that has been building since the Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022. Central banks have added more than 1,000 metric tons of gold annually since then, with another 900 tons expected this year, double the 2016–2021 average.

Malcolm Libera  ·25 Sep 2025 Update: The foreign ministry of Estonia has clarified that South Africa has granted visa-free access to Estonian travellers, and that the country still requires South African passport holders to carry a Schengen Visa to travel there. The full statement from the ministry has been provided below. “We are very happy …

You can collect your grant from next week. These are the payment dates. The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has confirmed that all social grant amounts will increase in the October payment cycle, in line with Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2025/26 budget speech. R10 increase across key grants Sassa announced that from October, social …

“There is a general feeling that most big businesses will have jobless growth by using capital to restructure their businesses. This means that we need to concentrate on smaller businesses and businesses that are labor-intensive,” says Michael Bagraim, South African politician, labor lawyer and member of the National Assembly, to FORBES AFRICA. StatsSA reports significant …

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (Sapvia) believes that Eskom and municipalities’ additional requirements for grid-tied solar power systems that go beyond ensuring safe operation are not illegal. The association has also criticised calls from two civil rights organisations encouraging households not to register their systems for the time being as misleading, irresponsible, and undermining …

We have seen the statistics about how South Africans do not make sufficient provision to retire successfully. The figure that is most often used is that only 6% of people can retire financially independent. While this is true, other factors also contribute to a worsening retirement situation for many. Some of these factors include: ADVERTISEMENT …

WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 21: U.S. President Donald Trump (R) speaks during a meeting with President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office of the White House on May 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. Relations between the two countries have been strained since Trump signed an executive order in February that claimed white …

OLIVER South Africa has been recognised amongst the country’s most effective in-house agency partners, winning Best of Show and Gold in Experience, plus two Bronzes in Innovation at the recent The Mark Awards 2025. The Mark Awards laud exceptional Strategy, Innovation, Design and Experience. The results underscore OLIVER’s embedded model and the enterprise clients it …

By Gofaone Motsamai Law students have a role to play in critically evaluating international institutions, including the United Nations and its Security Council. This is according to diplomats and legal experts who spoke at a seminar on the development and conclusion of international agreements, hosted by the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Law in collaboration …

Staff Writer  ·25 Sep 2025 Motorists across South Africa are being warned to expect larger fines, shorter discount periods and much sharper consequences for not paying up from 1 December 2025. The date marks the first major rollout of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) system, which will launch in 69 metros and …

22 Sep Proteas Men’s Squads Announced For Pakistan Tour And Namibia T20I JOHANNESBURG: The South African Men’s selection panel has named the squads for the upcoming all-format tour of Pakistan as well as the one-off T20 International (T20I) against Namibia. The Proteas will begin their defence of the World Test Championship Mace with a two-match …

FEDUSA has been engaged in social dialogue for many years. We have been privileged to be part of the premier social dialogue forum in South Africa, the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC). Within NEDLAC, there are four chambers, one of which is dedicated to trade and industry. FEDUSA has both a representative and …

Heritage Day on 24 September recognises and celebrates the cultural wealth of our nation. Across South Africa, people reflect on our shared histories, diverse traditions, and the heritage that continues to shape our identity. Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA) collaborated with Iziko Museums of South Africa in Cape Town to highlight a special part …

SICPA is a leading global provider of secured authentication, identification and traceability solutions and services and a long-trusted advisor to governments, central banks, high security printers and industry. Founded in 1927, headquartered in Switzerland and operating on five continents, SICPA’s mission is to Enable Trust through constant innovation. Based on core expertise in high security …