Add Business Report as a preferred source on Google
Follow Business Report on Google News
Should AI be open or closed?
Wesley Diphoko|Published

Should AI be open or closed?

Transnet prepares for busy citrus export season as industry targets growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet Port Terminals is set for a busy 2026 citrus export season, with extensive plans in place to ensure smooth operations and efficient logistics, following ...

Oil surges past $100 as Trump’s Hormuz blockade raises global economic risks

Siphelele Dludla and Yogashen Pillay|Published

Global markets are shaken as Donald Trump announces a US-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to surge and raising concerns about inflation and ...

Governing the turnaround: What Transnet reveals about intentional oversight

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore the critical role of governance in organisational turnarounds, as Dr Andile Sangqu shares insights from Transnet's recovery journey, highlighting the importance ...

7 crucial things to verify in a voetstoots contract before signing

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Before signing a voetstoots contract, ensure you understand the implications and perform these 7 essential checks to protect yourself from potential pitfalls.

Markets slide as oil surge on Hormuz tensions sparks global volatility

Ashley Lechman|Published

With rising tensions over a potential US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, the global financial landscape faces significant upheaval. Investors must brace for ripple ...

Balwin Properties faces backlash over short-term letting ban at Blyde Riverwalk Estate

Edward West|Published

Apartment owners at Balwin Properties’ Blyde Riverwalk Estate allege unlawful practices by the company in banning short-term letting, prompting concerns over anti-competitive ...

Emira Property Fund acquires significant shareholding in Octodec Investments

Edward West|Published

With Emira Property Fund's latest acquisition of stake in Octodec, the future of South Africa’s real estate landscape is set for exciting developments.

SARS surpasses R2 trillion in tax collections as Cosatu lauds public service turnaround

Solly Phetoe|Published

In the face of increasing economic challenges and civil demands, the call for a resilient and responsive SARS echoes louder than ever, as it stands poised to reclaim ...

Disease outbreaks, rising costs weigh on SA agriculture despite strong grain outlook

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's agricultural sector faces significant challenges in early 2026, including disease outbreaks and rising costs, but also sees some positive developments, ...

World Bank urges smarter industrial policy for jobs as Africa’s growth outlook weakens

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The report, coming on the eve of the International Monetary Fund/World Bank Annual Meetings this week, highlights a combination of geopolitical tensions, rising ...

How real-time data is reshaping SME funding in South Africa

David Reynders|Published

For operators in sectors such as retail, hospitality, or franchising, the implications are significant, opening a new outlet requires deposits, equipment, and staffing ...

ASP Technologies warns of ongoing losses and funding needs after Renergen acquisition

Edward West|Published

ASP Technologies, following its acquisition of Renergen, anticipates ongoing losses and substantial funding requirements as it seeks to commercialise enriched isotopes ...

SA’s protein crisis demands action, not more delays

Georg Southey|Published

Conflict in the Middle East is inflating fertiliser costs, which in time will drive up grain and animal feed prices, impacting everything on supermarket shelves, ...

A guide to understanding travel insurance options

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover essential insights from Santam Travel Insurance on selecting the right travel insurance for your unique journey, covering types of cover, costs, and vital ...

Supreme Court hands victory to Glencore-ARM Joint Venture in landmark diesel refund case

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The ruling is thought to have far-reaching implications for the mining sector, particularly for joint ventures structured to meet Black Economic Empowerment requirements. ...

Sirius Real Estate reports 18.4% rent roll growth amid strong demand for defence space

Published

Sirius Real Estate has achieved an 18.4% increase in its rent roll for the year ending March 31, driven by strategic acquisitions and robust demand in Germany and ...

Agricultural machinery sales plunge for the first time in 14 months amid rising costs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

March 2026 marks the first decline in South Africa's agricultural machinery sales in 14 months, with tractor sales down 8% year-on-year. Industry experts discuss ...

US-Iran talks collapse: Market reactions and future implications

Ashley Lechman|Updated

Negotiations between the US and Iran in Pakistan ended in disappointment, leading to significant market reactions. Bianca Botes from Citadel Global discusses the ...

South Africa secures citrus export boost to China with new phytosanitary deal

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, announces new cold treatment regulations for citrus exports to China, aiming to enhance trade opportunities ...