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New shopping mall named after a politician opening soon in South Africa
Prince Buthelezi Mall will open its door in April, with the mall hoping to improve access to formal retail in Empangeni KwaZulu-Natal.
A decade on from Wales’ nuclear turbines falling silent
Locals say job losses, stagnant investment and a recovering economy have defined the past decade.
Historic college collapsing for all to see, and lights out for South Africa’s capital
Here are five important things happening on Tuesday, 30 December 2025.
End of the line for another major company in South Africa
The operator of South Africa’s last remaining manganese smelter said it may have to cut as many as 600 jobs as high power prices undermine the viability of its business.
South African giant selling to international company for R26.5 billion
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Ltd. rallied the most in a quarter-century after Africa’s biggest drugmaker said it will sell its assets in the Asia-Pacific region, excluding China, to an Australian private equity firm for R26.5 billion.
China plans AI rules to protect children and tackle suicide risks
The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.
How much you would have if you invested R1,000 in Absa, Capitec, Standard Bank and more at the start of 2025
The share price performances of South Africa’s largest banks have varied drastically over the last year, with Capitec clearly on top.
Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.
Decline in adoption rates at Devon animal rescue
Gables Cats and Dogs Home says some dogs in its care are difficult and have certain requirements.
This is who pays the most tax in South Africa
SARS’ tax data for the year shows who is paying the most income tax by location, gender, age and job sector.
Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.
7 major international companies exit South Africa in 2025
An extensive list of international companies across several industries exited South Africa in 2025.
HS2 goal to be running by 2033 ‘cannot be met’
HS2 CEO Mark Wild advises the government that the 2029/2033 opening schedule is not achievable.
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