In a remarkable testament to resilience, 1. 9 million South Africans operated non-VAT registered businesses in 2023, a significant increase from 1. 5 million a decade earlier.
Despite a 0. 6% GDP growth in South Africa, the economy faces challenges with declines in manufacturing and mining.
Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) initiated a court case today aimed at blocking a controversial value-added tax (VAT) increase.
Steinhoff's tumultuous journey continues as the Pretoria High Court revives a six-year-old price-fixing case involving PG Bison and Sonae. What does this mean for the future of the company and its stakeholders?
Overnight, Gold miners, Sibanye Stillwater, AngloGold Ashanti, Gold Fields and Harmony Gold Mining Company advanced 6. 8%, 4. 1%, 3. 1% and 2. 9%, respectively, data from Anchor Capital showed.
BHP is set to benefit from market volatility with record copper and iron ore production, despite global tariff challenges.
Underlying this momentum is a wealth of resources, a burgeoning digital economy, a youthful demographic, and the promise of economic integration fostered by initiatives.
Retail sales, overall, contribute 20% to the economy, with the wholesale and retail sectors, specifically, being estimated to be the fourth-largest contributors to the country's GDP.
The SA Reserve Bank warns that Trump's tariffs could shrink GDP by 0. 69%, threatening economic stability.
South Africa's mining output, once a cornerstone of the economy, has seen a staggering 9. 6% year-on-year decline in February.
Can the rand maintain its strength amidst US political turmoil? Find out how South Africa's currency is navigating these challenges.
US far-right media are pushing back against President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment of Mcebisi Jonas as South Africa’s Special Envoy to the United States.
Mcebisi Jonas, a seasoned political figure and confidant of President Cyril Ramaphosa, has been appointed as South Africa's Special Envoy to the US.
Following President Trump's unexpected tariff announcements, the South African rand has seen significant fluctuations, recently recovering to R19 against the dollar.
South Africa's leading banks are investing in affordable housing, youth employment, and green financing.
Donald Trump’s trade tariffs protected South Africa’s richest but put thousands of jobs at risk in one of the world’s most unequal countries.
With a VAT increase potentially looming, confusion surrounds its timing and implications.
Discover how Gauteng's deteriorating infrastructure is prompting a mass migration to the Western Cape, as families seek better lifestyles and opportunities in Cape Town.
Despite an improved economic environment in 2024, South Africa's major banks face challenges, including squeezed margins and declining consumer confidence.
Despite an improved economic environment in 2024, South Africa's major banks face challenges, including squeezed margins and declining consumer confidence.
As Gauteng grapples with deteriorating infrastructure, residents are increasingly relocating to Cape Town.
Global markets are in chaos as President Trump's new tariffs take effect, hurting South Africa's economy and weakening the rand.
Cell C faces backlash as RansomHouse exposes sensitive data following breach.
South Africa’s security industry is coming together in opposition to proposed amendments to the Private Security Regulations.
In a startling turn of events, an investigation by IOL has unveiled troubling allegations against Malusi Shezi, the CEO of the Construction Education and Training Authority
