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Dis-Chem's share price falls over 8 percent following disappointing earnings, dividend cut
Edward West|Published

Dis-Chem's share price falls over 8 percent following disappointing earnings, dividend ...

Woolworths increases security after explosive incidents at two South African stores

Ashley Lechman|Published

The retailer has increased security measures nationwide and appointed forensic specialists following two separate incidents at its stores.

SPAR shares plummet as interim earnings forecast declines by up to 60 percent

Edward West|Updated

SPAR Group has announced a significant decline in headline earnings, warning of a drop between 50% and 60% for the six months ending March 27. The company cites ...

Hunger in South Africa is not a food problem – it is a systems problem

Philip Nieman|Published

According to Statistics South Africa, approximately 22.2% of households experience inadequate or severely inadequate access to food, with rural provinces such as ...

From confusion to compliance – how TES helps businesses navigate the 2026 labour law shake-up

Natashia Moosa|Published

For businesses, this is not a time for minor tweaks to HR manuals and policy updates. It is a time for a fundamental redesign of the employment relationship.

The Africa we were promised: why Africa’s future depends on backing its own innovators

Seati Moloi|Published

For decades, Africa has largely remained a consumer continent; importing devices, importing systems, importing platforms, importing futures imagined by others.

Property sector urges South Africans to buy smart after repo rate hike

Ashley Lechman|Published

Property leaders say South Africans should focus on affordability and financial resilience after the Reserve Bank increased interest rates by 25 basis points.

Property groups warn of pressure on housing market after interest rate hike

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Property experts discuss the implications of the South African Reserve Bank's recent interest rate hike, highlighting its potential impact on home buyers and the ...

DebtBusters report reveals ongoing financial strain for South African consumers

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Despite recent relief from lower interest rates and access to retirement savings, South African households are still grappling with high debt levels, as revealed ...

Global growth outlook darkens as inflation fears rise in Sub-Saharan Africa, warns WEF

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The latest World Economic Forum report reveals a sharp decline in global economic outlook, with chief economists predicting weakened growth and rising inflation ...

South Africans cannot eat interest rate hikes

Adri Senekal de Wet|Published

South Africa's recent interest rate hikes exacerbate the struggles of millions facing unemployment and economic despair, highlighting the disconnect between policy ...

Understanding South Africa's evolving tax landscape: a focus on enforcement

Willem J Oberholzer|Published

Explore how South Africa's tax policy is evolving from rate increases to intensified enforcement, highlighting the importance of documentation and compliance for ...

South Africa cannot solve today’s jobs crisis with yesterday’s industries

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

At the recent 2026 Future of Jobs Summit™, leaders called for a radical shift in South Africa's approach to employment, urging a focus on future industries and skills. ...

SA Reserve Bank warns more interest rate hikes on the cards if inflation risks worsen

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The South African Reserve Bank has raised interest rates by 25 basis points and warned of further hikes if inflation pressures escalate due to global uncertainties ...

Sirius Real Estate acquires defence business park in Germany for R980 million

Edward West|Published

In a bold move that underscores its commitment to the industrial sector, Sirius Real Estate has acquired a defence-focused business park in Fulda for €49.8 million, ...

2026 Future of Jobs Summit: Why SA’s future workforce must adapt faster to survive the AI revolution

Ashley Lechman|Published

Business leaders, technology experts and youth advocates say South Africa’s unemployment crisis requires urgent collaboration, digital infrastructure investment ...

SA poised for record 17 million tons maize harvest, raising hopes for agricultural sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa is poised for its largest maize harvest on record, with significant implications for food prices and livestock feed costs, according to the latest report ...

Life Healthcare's strategic initiatives lead to attributable profit in six months

Published

Life Healthcare has reported a R771 million profit for the six months ending March 31, marking a significant recovery from a previous loss. The company is focusing ...

Sarb hikes rates as inflation risks intensify amid Middle East crisis

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The South African Reserve Bank has raised interest rates to 7% in response to escalating global inflation risks and domestic price pressures. Governor Lesetja Kganyago ...

KZN agricultural union urges caution after court ruling on private FMD vaccine procurement

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Kwanalu has welcomed the Gauteng High Court's ruling on Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine procurement, urging caution among producers as significant regulatory processes ...