South Western Railway to be renationalised – reports
The rail operator will be renationalised in May, according to reports.
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An overview of the biggest business developments in SA and beyond.
Bank boss takes pay cut after employee ‘tried to kill clients’
The bank apologised after the former worker was charged with robbery of clients, attempted murder and arson.
News24 Business | Dashpay owner Capprec upbeat about SA’s turnaround, mulls name change
ICT group Capital Appreciation reported a dip in half-year earnings on Tuesday, as it faced pressure from uncertainty in the run-up to SA’s elections.
Why is vintage audio equipment booming?
Music lovers are buying up old cassette, CD and record players and getting them fixed.
House prices surprise with fastest rise for two years
The price of a typical UK home rose by 3.7%, says Nationwide, despite “stretched” affordability.
South Africa’s millionaire life insurance bosses – earning up to R32 million
These are the five JSE-listed life insurance groups in South Africa and how much their CEOs earn.
Warning for couriers and deliveries in South Africa
The courier and logistics sector faces persistent threats from criminal activities in 2024.
Bad news for teachers in South Africa
Thousands of teaching positions are at risk for the next financial year in South Africa.
South Africa has a vet crisis
South Africa’s veterinarians are leaving in droves, and the Department of Agriculture wants to step in to reverse the trend, and ensure the country’s food security.
Capitec is booming
Capitec is expecting a big jump in basic and headline earnings, with the group benefitting from decreased impairments.
FNB is redefining private banking by unlocking what is invaluable for its clients
FNB is pioneering a new direction in private banking and wealth management in South Africa, moving beyond the ‘single contact point’ transactional service that has long defined the industry.
DStv and SuperSport abusers nailed in South Africa – with more to come
Multichoice has run its fifth raid on DStv and SuperSport piracy networks in three months, with the group threating more to come.
South Africa needs to aim higher: CEO
Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) says the country needs to rethink policies to deal with its many challenges, and aim to be more than a middle-of-the-road economy.
Rand on a winning streak – but beware the fall
South Africa’s currency is riding a wave of positive sentiment that should push through to the end of the year – but economists warn that this has happened before, and to be wary of the good vibes running out.
MTN Business empowers South African CISOs by hosting informative retreat
The retreat was focused on helping CISOs maximise their understanding of how to run an effective SOC.
Big headaches for home builders in South Africa
Although sentiment in the building sector continues to improve, 60% of those in the sector are not happy with current business conditions.
SARS wants a new ID system for South Africa
SARS commissioner Edward Kieswetter says that South Africa could really benefit from a new identification system linking all interactions with the government.
Business Talk – Network Platforms MD Bradley Love on their highly-popular IP Transit service
Network Platforms offers extensive connectivity solutions to ISPs, WISPs, and MSPs in South Africa.
Sun City owner betting big on expansion
Sun International has upped its interim dividend, with the group looking to expand into new digital markets.
Government signs major five-year wage deal for municipal workers
Salga has signed a historic five-year wage deal with unions, providing CPI-linked increases for municipal workers.