Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1. 8 trln in damage, kill 300 000 people
AFP|Published

Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1. 8 trln in damage, kill 300 000 people ...

Workers cannot afford for Parliament not to pass a progressive Budget - Cosatu

Solly Phetoe|Published

With Parliament facing unprecedented delays in passing a progressive Budget, South African workers are at risk. Discover why timely budget approval is essential ...

Standard Bank executives' remuneration increases and decreases: A detailed report

Edward West|Published

Discover how the remuneration of Standard Bank's top executives has changed in 2024, with insights into performance metrics and the impact of shareholder feedback ...

Gold hits record highs while JSE thrives; Rand falters amid Trump’s tariffs - Chris Harmse

Chris Harmse|Published

Gold reaches a record $3,085 as the JSE thrives, but the Rand faces pressure from Trump’s tariffs and a looming budget crisis. What does this mean for South African ...

South Africa at 30: Lessons from the past and a call for leadership

Pali Lehohla|Published

Reflecting on South Africa's journey over the past 30 years, Dr Pali Lehohla draws parallels between historical lessons and today's leadership challenges, urging ...

Bulls&Bears: South Africa’s telco sector: defensive, resilient, and emerging from a rough patch

Shmuel Simpson|Published

Explore how South Africa's telecommunications sector is navigating economic challenges and emerging stronger, offering insights for investors and consumers alike. ...

REVIEW: Regus workspace Willowbridge

Partnered Content|Updated

The Regus brand has dominated the global workspace market.

Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone: Aiming to become Africa's energy hub

Partnered Content|Published

RBIDZ is poised to attract more than R290 billion in project investments that could transform it into a significant energy hub.

Budget negotiations and Trump tariffs spark rand's decline amidst political turmoil

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The rand has fallen nearly 1% against the US dollar as Parliament faces a critical Budget deadline. With GNU parties divided over proposed VAT increases and economists ...

SA mining industry pushes for zero harm as fatalities reach record low

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The South African mining industry achieved a historic low of 42 fatalities in 2024, marking a 24% decrease from the previous year. However, despite this progress ...

The importance of mentorship in the initial stages of your career

Siyabonga Mweli|Published

A mentor is someone who has been where you are trying to go and can advise on how to get there depending on your particular set of circumstances.

Editor's Note: April's economic dilemma: South Africa's Budget vote and Trump's tariffs

Philippa Larkin|Published

April brings critical economic challenges for South Africa in 2025, highlighted by a pivotal Budget vote and looming tariffs from the US. As the nation grapples ...

Why companies are reconsidering cloud: the shift back to on-premises solutions

Chris Badenhorst|Published

Companies are increasingly turning away from cloud as they shift their data and workloads back to on-premises platforms, but is this the right move in a world where ...

Young entrepreneur expands agricultural vision to 20 hectares in Polokwane

Ashley Lechman|Published

As the driving force behind Serage Holdings, Moshakga’s journey is characterised by passion and a commitment to food security and rural development.

Assessing South Africa's journey towards a capable and ethical developmental state

Nokwanda Mathenjwa|Published

Explore how President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent State of the Nation Address highlights South Africa's pursuit of a capable and ethical developmental state, drawing ...

South Africa's affordable housing market shows resilience amidst economic headwinds

Ashley Lechman|Published

Standard Bank said it reported a double-digit increase in activity within this market over the past four years, driven by ongoing urbanisation which continues to ...

How can South Africans improve their financial literacy?

Martin Hesse|Published

People become more money-savvy when they start earning and gain experience in managing the money they have earned.

Elon Musk says xAI startup buying X platform

AFP|Published

Elon Musk's xAI is set to revolutionise social media with its acquisition of the X platform, valued at $33 billion. This merger promises to blend cutting-edge AI ...

Concerns grow over South Africa's Budget consensus ahead of looming deadline

Yogashen Pillay|Published

With the deadline for Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's budget approaching, political tensions escalate as the ANC and DA clash over proposed VAT increases. Experts ...

Minister of Higher Education signals her intention to clean up NSFAS

Yershen Pillay|Published

Minister Nkabane should be commended for her courageous leadership in making the right appointments based on ethical leadership and performance-based criteria.