Water boss resigns after multiple supply failures
David Hinton, the chief executive of South East Water, is to leave after a transition period.
Business
New SARS commissioner delivers first warning to taxpayers
South Africa’s newly appointed tax commissioner says SARS could come after taxpayers hard to plug the gaps caused by the impact of the Iran war.
South Africa in hot water, and South Africans say goodbye to DStv
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Friday, 8 May 2026.
When Data Tells an Impactful Story: Standard Bank’s Money Reels Earns Top Industry Honour
It struck a nerve, prompting many people to rethink their relationship with money and even commit to changing how they spend.
World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty
The men’s 2026 Fifa World Cup is set to hold its opening ceremony on 11 June in Mexico City.
Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait
The flare-up further endangers the US-Iran ceasefire, which Trump extended indefinitely on 21 April.
How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy
Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.
Portugal and Italy will not suspend digital border checks for Brits
Reports had suggested the countries were set to follow the example of Greece, which suspended biometric checks at its borders.
Average house price falls by 5%, report shows
The cost of an average island property is down from almost £600,000 at the start of 2025.
The man from Potch who once owned Checkers, lost almost everything, and is now richer than Johann Rupert
South African-born billionaire Nathan Kirsh has surpassed Johann Rupert on Forbes’ live rankings.
Two major shopping malls opening the first official Liverpool stores in South Africa next week
Liverpool FC will open its first standalone retail stores in South Africa next week, with locations in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Allan Gray has a lot to say about Dis-Chem in South Africa
Allan Gray believes that Dis-Chem is offering investors better value than its largest rival, Clicks.
The 100-year-old state-owned town in South Africa that’s only been open to the public since 2007
Alexander Bay was founded over 100 years ago in the extreme north-west of the country near the mouth of the Orange River.
XM South Africa reinforces local commitment through risk‑free trading initiative/competition
South Africa’s trading landscape is expanding rapidly, driven by a new generation of financial enthusiasts entering the market with increasing confidence and curiosity.
XM South Africa reinforces local commitment through risk‑free trading competition
South Africa’s trading landscape is expanding rapidly, driven by a new generation of financial enthusiasts entering the market with increasing confidence and curiosity.