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Getting education right is the cornerstone of building a stronger country and a thriving economy, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has said. Lesufi was speaking at the media launch of the Golden Jubilee commemoration of the 1976 youth uprising, held in Soweto, under the theme: “RESET@50 – The Future Calls”, with the slogan: “Our national commitment …
Malcolm Libera ·13 May 2026 City of Johannesburg’s worsening financial position is posing a major risk to property sentiment and values in the city, which is already seeing an outflow of millionaires due to governance concerns. Last week, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana noted that the city is technically bankrupt, with the minister threatening to withdraw …
Staff Writer ·14 May 2026 The Western Cape has the best-run finances in the country by far, with its unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure (UIFWE) balances 25 times lower than the country’s worst offender, North West. Unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure at South African municipalities increased in 2025, with over R268 billion unaccounted …
Malcolm Libera ·14 May 2026 Mafia-style criminal syndicates are increasingly using spaza shops to peddle illicit products into the lucrative township economy. KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has raised concern over gangs allegedly using spaza shops as a front for criminal activities. Addressing MPs during a briefing to parliament’s portfolio committee on police in …
Ford has updated the Everest for South Africa, simplifying the roster and slashing the SUV’s starting price by R128,000. The Everest line-up has dropped from six to five derivatives, and the XLT trim level has been replaced by the new entry-level Active, which is available in both two-wheel (4×2) and four-wheel-drive (4×4) configurations. This is …
South Africa’s state transport firm Transnet granted 11 private companies concessions to operate trains on its freight-rail lines, part of a reform aimed at easing logistical bottlenecks that have constrained economic growth. The companies, all of which made a shortlist that was announced by the government in August, included Grindrod, Minrail, Menar and Barberry. The …
Uganda’s central bank has left its benchmark lending rate unchanged at 9.75 percent for the seventh consecutive policy meeting, noting […]
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Adam Thal is a South African leading film producer and entrepreneur, an Academy Award nominated producer whose work spans award-winning commercials, feature films, and global streaming platforms. But long before the red carpets and international recognition, his story began far more simply, and far more humbly. A family leaves Zimbabwe with little more than what …
Husqvarna South Africa donates two Husqvarna TC 50 motorcycles to Team Zonke, strengthening a performance pathway rooted in restoring agency, building identity, and enabling belonging. The Maletsatsi Foundation today announced a significant contribution from Husqvarna South Africa: two brand-new Husqvarna TC 50 motorcycles, donated to the Foundation’s Team Zonke programme. The motorcycles will directly support …
GQEBERHA, SOUTH AFRICA – Navigating the world of digital image licensing has become a daunting maze for creators and businesses alike. From “Rights Managed” vs. “Royalty-Free” to seat-count restrictions and usage durations, the process of simply buying a photo has often become more time-consuming than the creative project itself. For many, the hurdle isn’t just …
South African real estate agencies face increased regulatory pressure under FIC Directive 11, requiring detailed Risk and Compliance Returns and stronger AML controls. According to Chantelle Frier, agencies must adopt structured, technology-enabled compliance processes to meet deadlines, reduce risk and demonstrate accountability As regulatory pressure intensifies, real estate agencies face a critical compliance deadline, and …
ORT Jet recently hosted a mentor sharing forum that went far beyond the format of a panel, pitch session, or polished showcase. It was a deliberate pause in the programme — a space where experienced business minds came together not to present answers, but to interrogate what actually drives sustainable small business growth. In attendance …
From Counting Cents to Dodging Debits: South Africans Are Triaging to Stay Afloat South Africans aren’t tightening belts anymore. They’re rewiring how they buy. NDA’s Sebastien Alexanderson unpacks how the affordability reset is reshaping the way consumers spend, borrow, and choose. Something has shifted inside the South African household: by May 2026, the consumer has …
Why Ecosystems Will Shape The Next Decade Of Industrial Performance By Brian Andrew, Managing Director, RS South Africa Industrial organisations are operating in an environment defined by continuous disruption. What was once episodic and manageable has become persistent and interconnected. Inflationary pressure, geopolitical instability, energy volatility and rapid technological change are no longer separate challenges. …
April market data highlights continued strength in used vehicle demand, even as fewer selling days weighed on month-on-month activity across the sector. At a Glance – April 2026 Car Sales Used Cars Sales: 30,971 (-6.6% MoM, +8.0% YoY) Average price: R423,329 (-2.0% MoM, +0.6% YoY) Top seller (overall): Ford Ranger (1,706 units) Top seller (passenger …
Youth innovators, new partners and food redistribution solutions are scaling South Africa’s fight against child hunger. Key points Add Hope served 35,558,075 meals and fed 167,560 children in 2025. On World Food Day last October, The Biggest Hunger Hack open-sourced the Add Hope blueprint to youth innovators, partners and stakeholders. The initiative has unlocked 10 …
Nelspruit: South African businesses are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence tools within Microsoft Excel as employees seek faster ways to analyse data, generate formulas, automate reporting, and build dashboards. Tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and AI-powered spreadsheet assistants are changing how employees work with reports, calculations, and business analysis. According to College Africa Group, global workplace …
Four exceptional young athletes from Holy Rosary School have returned from the United Kingdom after representing Rowing South Africa with distinction at two international regattas. Following their standout performances at the South African Schools Rowing Championships, Erin Beeming, Cleo de Keizer, Emilia Riccardi, and Kate Zillen were selected for the prestigious RowSA U16 Development Tour …
While South Africa has made significant progress in connecting citizens to the internet, Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi says more must be done to unlock the full potential of connectivity. According to the recently released Digital Infrastructure Investment Study commissioned by the Development Bank of South Africa, the true connectivity access gap is …
The suspension of Fannie Masemola has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s law enforcement establishment. But beyond the headlines, the case offers a deeper and more uncomfortable lesson: procurement fraud is not an anomaly – it is a systemic risk that can reach the highest levels of any organisation. For leaders in risk, compliance, and governance, …
Minister Mourns the passing of cultural pioneer Maria McCloy It is with profound sadness that I have learnt of the passing of Maria McCloy – celebrated DJ, publicist, fashion designer, and one of the most consequential creative forces South Africa has produced in the post-apartheid era. She died on Tuesday evening, 12 May 2026, at …
The HR Indaba continues to be one of South Africa’s leading gatherings for HR professionals, bringing together CHROs, HR leaders and industry experts to discuss the trends, challenges and innovations shaping the future of work. Pragmatic Thinking specialises in leadership development, organisational culture and people performance. Through its practical and research-driven approach, the company works …
The City of Cape Town (CoCT) is embroiled in another tariff dispute, this time about alleged overcharging of consumers for electricity for several years, with questions hanging over the determination of its new tariffs for the financial year starting on 1 July. This is a complex matter that may still see CoCT being vindicated, says …
Get real Mr Gayton McKenzie and stop the political gesturing. South Africa will never again host the Rugby World Cup. Commercially it is a fantasy. Stop playing the public through rugby. South Africa – Rugby World Cup South Africa’s Sports Minister McKenzie, bullish and buoyant, is using rugby, the Springboks success, the adulation of the …