Public relations vs marketing: How can PR elevate your small business

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how understanding the distinct roles of public relations and marketing can transform your small business, driving growth and building a strong reputation ...

How to address South Africa’s food security crisis despite government policies

Francois Baird|Published

Despite billions spent by the South African government, food security continues to decline. This article explores the flawed strategies that prioritise temporary ...

Scope 3 reporting: Businesses visa to foreign markets

Manie de Waal|Published

As global regulations tighten, exporters who can prove the sustainability of their full value-chain will secure the competitive edge. For South African businesses, ...

How can South Africans boost electricity demand for economic growth?

Thomas Garner|Published

Explore the challenges and opportunities South Africa faces in stimulating electricity demand amidst declining usage and an oversupply of energy. What strategies ...

Public-private partnerships that saved SA’s energy sector can rescue failing water infrastructure

Michelle Kerr|Published

For water infrastructure, we' re already seeing the building blocks fall into place. The National Water Resources Infrastructure Agency (NWRIA) – described as a ...

Reclaiming SA’s moral leadership: Reflecting on King V and the boardroom’s role in shaping the future

Dr Ntokozo Mahlangu|Published

Can King V reignite South Africa' s tradition of moral leadership in corporate governance amidst growing scepticism? As the nation grapples with trust issues, this ...

Our data, our sovereignty: Why South Africa must own hyperscale data centres

Luvo Grey|Published

As data becomes the new oil, South Africa faces a critical choice: secure its data sovereignty by owning hyperscale data centres or risk foreign control over its ...

Quenching our future thirst: Climate crisis demands a shared table for water

Dr Shafick Adams|Published

Explore how the Anthropocene era is reshaping our water resources and discover urgent strategies for sustainable management in the face of climate change.

The true cost of AI cost-cutting: why businesses must consider the human impact

Julia Ahlfeldt|Published

AI adoption is essential for businesses, yet it poses significant challenges, including job displacement and the need for human-centric customer service. This article ...

When meaning arrives too late: Africa' s digital infrastructure and the West' s social media hangover

Andile Masuku|Published

Africa' s digital infrastructure is evolving rapidly, yet it must learn from the West' s social media pitfalls. As content becomes a key player, will Africa chart ...

AWS Outage: How to prepare for the next tech failure?

Wesley Diphoko|Published

The recent AWS outage on 20th October exposed vulnerabilities in global tech and AI companies. How can businesses and consumers prepare for future disruptions?

What our FATF exit teaches us about effective reform - BLSA

Busiswe Mavuso|Published

South Africa' s recent exit from the FATF grey list marks a significant achievement, revealing vital lessons on effective reform. Discover how swift action and collaboration ...

South Africa’s greylist delisting: A milestone for lasting reform

Bradley Elliott|Published

This achievement is more than a regulatory checkbox; it signals that South Africa is building a stronger, more resilient financial ecosystem, capable of supporting ...

Sugar tax: a policy without evidence - SA Canegrowers

Andrew Russell|Published

As the government considers raising the sugar tax, experts warn of dire consequences for jobs and rural livelihoods, questioning the effectiveness of such measures. ...

When the furnaces fall silent: Why South Africa’s steel collapse could spark a new industrial era

Nomvula Zeldah Mabuza|Published

South Africa' s steel industry faces a critical juncture as EU tariffs threaten to exacerbate job losses. Yet, amid this turmoil lies an opportunity for a new industrial ...

The impact of macroeconomic policy on employment in South Africa

Pali Lehohla|Published

This article explores how the South African government has sidelined employment in macroeconomic policy, raising concerns about its implications for growth and economic ...

It' s good news as SA is removed from the international grey list - Cosatu

Zingiswa Losi|Published

South Africa celebrates a significant milestone as the United Nations’ Financial Action Task Force (FATF) removes the country from its grey list. This achievement ...

Sugar tax: a policy without evidence

Andrew Russell|Published

The sugar tax has been shown to destroy jobs, so a hunt for more revenue could well come at the expense of rural livelihoods and reduced state revenue. An increased ...

US inflation data enhances uncertainty in financial markets - Chris Harmse

Chris Harmse|Published

US inflation data surpasses expectations, leaving global financial markets in a state of uncertainty. Discover how the latest CPI figures influence market movements ...