Stellantis targets Africa growth surge in ambitious FaSTLAne 2030 strategy

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Stellantis has launched its FaSTLAne 2030 programme, aiming for significant revenue growth and localised vehicle production in Africa and the Middle East. The strategy ...

Flood damage adds new pressure on South Africa’s agriculture sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent floods in the Western Cape and other regions are set to impact South Africa's agriculture sector significantly, according to Agbiz's Chief Economist Wandile ...

AUDA-NEPAD and Mashatile call for swifter action on African economic integration

Edward West|Published

Delegates at the AUDA-NEPAD 25th anniversary in Cape Town emphasise the urgent need for economic integration in Africa, highlighting challenges such as trade barriers, ...

Tiger Brands accelerates green energy transition with landmark wheeling deal

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Tiger Brands has entered a significant renewable energy wheeling agreement with Apollo Africa, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability in ...

Maximise your financial potential: the importance of the tax year start

Adrian Hope-Bailie|Published

Discover why the beginning of the tax year is more important than the deadline. Learn how early financial planning can lead to better outcomes and set you up for ...

Agoa extension brings relief but reciprocal trade concerns linger amid SA-US tensions

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The United States has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) trade programme until December 2026, offering much-needed relief to South African exporters ...

Why small business growth in Africa cannot wait for venture capital

Khwezi Jackson|Published

Explore how small amounts of capital can drive significant growth for small businesses in Africa, highlighting the challenges of traditional funding and the emerging ...

Afrimat warns soaring energy costs threaten mining margins despite stronger earnings

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Afrimat reports a 20.3% increase in revenue, but rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions pose challenges for the mining group.

SMEs: Turning difficult conversations into better performance

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover practical strategies for small and medium enterprises to enhance performance management, address underperformance, and foster a culture of accountability ...

Oil prices remain volatile as Iran peace talks lift global market sentiment

Siphelele Dludla|Published

" Global financial markets experienced volatility on Thursday as renewed hopes for a US-Iran peace agreement led to a significant drop in oil prices, impacting investor ...

Why your most valuable items need insurance beyond your front door

Sherry Sibeko|Published

Discover why the most valuable items you carry daily, from smartphones to jewellery, are at risk and how portable insurance can protect you.

Africa’s gender economic parity delayed by 50 years as women entrepreneurs face funding crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

Digital entrepreneurship is emerging as a lifeline for African women facing rising unemployment, inequality and funding barriers.

South African SMEs turn to technology and advisors to navigate uncertainty

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Discover how South African small businesses are leveraging digital technology and expert financial advice to enhance resilience and decision-making in a challenging ...

FMD Response SA warns slow vaccine rollout risks prolonging foot-and-mouth outbreak

Yogashen Pillay|Published

FMD Response SA raises alarms over South Africa's vaccination strategy for foot-and-mouth disease, urging a more synchronised approach to combat the virus effectively. ...

South Africa, Botswana push regional livestock vaccine drive to combat animal diseases

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa and Botswana are enhancing their cooperation on livestock vaccine development and animal disease control, aiming to improve agricultural productivity ...

Why high-net-worth taxpayers are turning to tax opinions

Danielle Luwes|Published

High-net-worth taxpayers are increasingly seeking tax opinions to navigate complex tax positions and reduce risks. This article explores the benefits of obtaining ...

Inflation outlook darkens as economists warn of more fuel-driven pressure, possible rate hike

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's inflation rate surged to 4% in April, driven by soaring fuel costs, prompting expectations of an interest rate hike by the South African Reserve Bank. ...

eThekwini under fire over R6.4bn irregular spend as officials defend procurement failures

Siphelele Dludla|Published

eThekwini Municipality is under fire for over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, as DA MP Farhat Essack challenges municipal leaders on accountability and compliance ...

Vukile Property Fund raises R2.8bn for Italian expansion

Edward West|Published

Vukile Property Fund has successfully raised R2.8 billion from the market through an accelerated bookbuild to help fund its initial entry into the Italian commercial ...