Business Talk reaches 8 million views
Business Talk with Michael Avery is South Africa’s top business podcast and recently reached a major viewership milestone.
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Why are UK prices still rising?
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.
How would a cut in UK interest rates affect me?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Good news surprise for South Africa comes with a harsh edge
Annual consumer price inflation eased in November, beating economist expectations—but rising meat prices are not slowing down.
The government jobs paying more than R56,000 a month in South Africa
South Africa’s public servants are paid higher than the national average, with one sector standing out above all.
UK inflation rate dips by more than expected to 3.2%
The November figure is down on the 3.6% recorded in the year to October.
How many homes could be heated by cow poo?
Some dairy farmers say Dairy cow manure is “nature’s crude oil”.
Discovery CEO sells R50 million in shares, and crisis worse than load shedding taking hold in South Africa
Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Wednesday, 17 December 2025.
What your board of directors should know about King V
South Africa’s corporate governance landscape has long been defined by the King Codes, with each iteration challenging organisations to re-examine what good governance means.
Fraud warning from the largest insurer in South Africa
Sanlam has warned South African consumers to stay alert during the festive season.
Warner Bros to reject $108bn Paramount bid, reports say
Warner Bros will reportedly advise its shareholders to vote against the offer as early as Wednesday.
Learner drivers face 24-week wait as backlog continues for two more years
The National Audit Office said there was a backlog of 1.1 million tests since the Covid-19 pandemic.
New £150m funding package to protect jobs at Grangemouth
The UK government and owners Ineos say the funding will support 500 jobs at the site’s ethylene plant.
Weight-loss jab ad banned for targeting new mums
It’s one of three social media adverts banned for irresponsibly exploiting body insecurites.
Former chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI
Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London.
EU waters down plans to end petrol and diesel car sales by 2035
Carmakers, particularly in Germany, have lobbied heavily for concessions to the planned rules.
Employment Rights Bill clears last parliamentary hurdle
Business Secretary Peter Kyle he was “delighted” the bill had completed its passage through the House of Lords.
Sunak defends Covid loan scheme over excessive fraud claims
Critics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout
What you need to earn to buy the cheapest Audi, BMW, and Mercedes in South Africa at the end of 2025
Owning a premium German car in South Africa has become a luxury reserved for the country’s top earners.
UK unemployment rate rises slightly to 5.1%
Unemployment rises slightly as job vacancies flatline in a “subdued labour market”
Empty shelves fill food hub volunteers with dread
The Cheylesmore Food Hub are appealing for donations in the winter months due to empty shelves.