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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Youth Day 2025: Beyond celebration – A call for action

As South Africa prepares to honour the brave students of Soweto on Youth Day, we must confront the harsh reality of a staggering youth unemployment rate. How can we transform this day of remembrance into a catalyst for change and opportunity?

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Court ruling secures baggage screening units for passengers at OR Tambo and King Shaka

Passengers at OR Tambo and King Shaka International Airports can thank a court ruling for the urgent replacement of critical baggage screening units, as a legal dispute unfolds between key aviation authorities over baggage handling services

Banele Ginindza|Published

Impala Platinum and Amcu negotiate to prevent Rustenburg strike

Impala Platinum successfully negotiates with Amcu to avert a planned strike, ensuring stability for its Rustenburg operations and benefiting 32 000 employees.

Tawanda Karombo|Published

South Africa's economy faces an uphill battle as growth stagnates

As South Africa grapples with stagnating growth and ballooning public debt, ongoing reform efforts hold the key to economic revival. Will these initiatives gain traction in time to reverse the trends of the last decade?

Ashley Lechman|Published

Health Funders Association challenges National Health Insurance Act in court

The Health Funders Association has launched a legal challenge against the National Health Insurance Act, citing concerns over its affordability and impact on patient choice in South Africa's healthcare system.

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Clean energy investment rising despite economic uncertainty: IEA

Amid global economic uncertainty, the International Energy Agency reports a record surge in clean energy investments, outpacing fossil fuel spending for the first time since 2020. What does this mean for the future of energy?

AFP|Published

MTN, Turkcell legal wrangle over allegations of bribery continues

Turkcell is set to oppose MTN’s bid in the Constitutional Court, challenging a ruling that allows bribery allegations against MTN to be heard in South Africa.

Nicola Mawson|Published

South Africa’s gas sector strategy remains unclear as gas cliff looms

With just nine months left, can South Africa's government and industry stakeholders unite to avert a looming gas cliff? Discover the critical infrastructure and policy changes needed to secure the nation's energy future.

Banele Ginindza|Published

Cash Me If You Can: South African MSMEs’ Audacious Treasure Hunt

South African MSMEs are facing significant challenges in securing formal finance, despite their crucial role in the economy. This article explores the findings of the Finfind South African MSME Access to Finance Report 2025 and offers insights into overcoming financial barriers.

Bongani Ntombela|Published