
EasyJet says possible takeover bid ‘opportunistic’
US investment firm Castlelake says it is considering an offer for the budget airline.
TUESDAY, 16 JUNE 2026, 05:25

US investment firm Castlelake says it is considering an offer for the budget airline.

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.

The Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture has cancelled its retrenchment process after regulators agreed to a massive cut in electricity prices for the smelter.

South Africa has lost its title as Africa’s most industrialised economy.

From 1 June 2026, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) requires one group of vehicle owners to register on its Traveller Management System (TMS).

Tiger Brands is selling the Beacon brand, with the group rapidly reducing its exposure to chocolate.

The debate over the merits of non-combustible alternatives to cigarettes in helping smokers to quit and reduce their health risks has increasingly focused on concerns relating to youth and non-smokers’ uptake, both of which are important public health considerations.

SPAR Group’s share price plunged 15% in a single day after issuing a trading statement warning of a sharp decline in earnings.

With youth unemployment in South Africa still hovering above 40%, the need to create meaningful technical career pathways for young people has never been more urgent.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Monday, 1 June 2026.

Home care workers must be paid for their mileage and travel time, a Sheffield-based carer says.

The children’s commissioner says child poverty in Jersey “is a big red flag” for the community.

The industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.

Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.

The debate about about what seems like a bizarre idea of having a cold pint after exploring the store’s well known middle aisle.

BusinessTech calculated the average cost of bond repayment, including rates and taxes, to determine how much it would cost to live in the best small town in South Africa.

Takealot has released a series of consumer insights into

The number of people convicted of commercial crimes has significantly decreased over the past two decades, even as the number of reported crimes has increased.

Following the SARB’s decision to hike interest rates this week, there is a chance that another hike will follow in July.

JSE CEO Valdene Reddy says that there is renewed interest in South African assets, but warns that economic growth remains weak.

Edgars Club have announced a new partnership launching on 1 June 2026, allowing members access to discounted movie tickets.