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South African Bookmakers Association calls for urgent action against illegal offshore gambling
Yogashen Pillay|Published

South African Bookmakers Association calls for urgent action against illegal offshore ...

Declining confidence among South African SMEs amid rising fuel prices

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South African SMEs are facing declining confidence due to rising fuel prices linked to Middle East tensions, prompting a shift towards survival strategies and operational ...

South Africa's youth mental health crisis deepens as financial and workplace pressures mount

Ashley Lechman|Published

Mental health challenges remain the biggest concern for South Africa's youth, with financial stress, family responsibilities and workplace pressure driving demand ...

Samsung expects 1,800 percent operating profit leap on AI boom

AFP|Published

The world's largest memory chipmaker estimated April-June operating profit at 89.4 trillion won ($58.4 billion) -- up 1,810 percent on-year, a company statement ...

FNB commits R470 million to Balwin rental housing project in Johannesburg

Ashley Lechman|Published

FNB has committed R470 million to fund Balwin Properties' latest rental housing development in Johannesburg, reflecting growing confidence in South Africa's expanding ...

National Treasury withholds fund transfers to municipalities due to financial mismanagement

Edward West|Updated

National Treasury's decision to withhold July 2026 equitable share transfers to 60 municipalities highlights ongoing financial mismanagement and compliance failures ...

Pencil, not pen: reading Aboyeji's big week again

Andile Masuku|Published

A deep dive into Iyinoluwa Aboyeji's perspectives on the Africa Finance Corporation's role in shaping African finance, revealing insights that challenge conventional ...

Two-Pot withdrawals could leave you with a higher Sars tax bill

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

South Africans receiving Sars auto-assessments are urged to check them carefully, particularly if they made two-pot retirement withdrawals or earn additional income. ...

Wall Street closes higher, but futures waver ahead of earnings reports

Ashley Lechman|Published

Stay tuned as we cover the latest developments in financial markets, including key earnings reports, economic data releases, and updates from the global trading ...

Fake K Way jackets are flooding the market as counterfeiters cash in on iconic brand

Ashley Lechman|Published

As demand for K Way jackets surges this winter, Cape Union Mart is warning consumers that counterfeit products are putting jobs, local manufacturing and brand trust ...

Scramble for Africa 2.0: inside the AI race for Africa’s data

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Explore the critical implications of Africa's 'Scramble 2.0' as global tech giants race for data dominance on the continent. This article delves into the historical ...

Independence on paper: why boards need independence of mind

Nqobani Mzizi|Published

Explore the critical difference between formal independence and genuine independent judgement in governance, and discover why true independence is essential for ...

How AI helps Sars to stop eFiling fraud

Lucas Molefe|Published

South Africa's tax season brings a sharp rise in phishing scams, eFiling account hijacking and fraud targeting SARS taxpayers. Lucas Molefe, Cybersecurity Expert ...

South Africa's data breaches could be costing the economy R142 billion a year

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa's more than 3,200 reported data breaches have cost the economy an estimated R142 billion, with experts warning that simple employee training could prevent ...

The impact of the coming El Niño on South Africa's agriculture

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Experts discuss the anticipated effects of El Niño on South Africa's agriculture and food prices for the 2026-27 season, highlighting both risks and potential benefits. ...

World Bank study highlights South Africa's potential for Special Economic Zones

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister Parks Tau welcomes a World Bank study that reveals South Africa's capacity to develop world-class Special Economic Zones, highlighting significant economic ...

First Battery's retrenchment plan of 165 workers sparks controversy over management decisions

Edward West|Published

First Battery's decision to retrench 165 workers has drawn criticism from Numsa, which claims the management's failure to adapt to industry changes is to blame. ...

AFIAAR and ACCA sign MoU to enhance audit quality in Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

AFIAAR and ACCA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration and improve audit quality across Africa, recognising the vital roles of regulators ...

GEPF reassures members of financial stability amid geopolitical tensions

Edward West|Published

The Government Employee Pension Fund (GEPF) reassures its members of its financial stability, maintaining a funding level of 119% despite recent market declines ...

South African workers struggle to spot AI scams as deepfake threats surge

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African organisations are facing a growing cyber security challenge as deepfakes become harder to detect and employees increasingly turn to unsanctioned AI ...