251 Geoeconomic confrontation was highest on the list of World Economic Forum global risks, but five issue in South Africa need addressing. Government and private sector dignitaries are in Davos this week…
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Inflation lowest in 21 years in 2025, although slightly higher in December
186Although it is hovering slightly above the new inflation target of 3%, inflation in December gives some hope for the economy Inflation was the lowest in 21 years in 2025, although it…
Tshwane ‘wilfully ignoring’ its own property rates policy – Rates Watch
219 The City of Tshwane has confirmed that it has no immediate plans to levy property rates at the appropriate punitive… The City of Tshwane has confirmed that it has no immediate…
Nedbank eyes East Africa’s largest economy with R14 billion
236 Nedbank has given multiple reasons why it considers the Kenyan market a good fit. Nedbank, South Africa’s fourth-largest bank by assets, plans to acquire controlling shares of Kenyan-based NCBA. NCBA is…
Want to own a home this year? Follow these 7 steps
187 The prospect of owning your own home often pales in comparison with all the admin required, but it is worth it in the end. Is it your dream to own your…
Are you on track for retirement?
211 Although you actively save and plan for retirement, you must be careful of choices that can eat up your savings As you approach or actively plan for retirement, you may find…
NWU becomes first South African university with official AI policy
248 ‘Such a policy is also vital because it provides a framework for the safe and secure management and governance of AI within the university.’ The North-West University (NWU) has become the…
SA shows progress on ambitious economic reform plan at World Economic Forum
198 More than 60 heads of state attended the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in 2026, with the theme A Spirit of Dialogue. A year ago, South Africa arrived at the World…
SME advice: How to make your business last in 2026
293 Entrepreneurs are advised to prioritise is their mental health. 2025 was a year of pressure, but also growth for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The sector has delivered measurable value, and…
‘China attacks, BMW digs in, Toyota’s sublime supercar’
207 In episode 2 of Watts & Wheels, Duncan McLeod and William Kelly dig deeper into the forces reshaping South Africa’s automotive industry – from the growing dominance of Chinese brands to…