Price increase on school meals will ‘acutely’ affect children in poverty
The cost of a school dinner for primary and special school pupils will go up by 50p from £2.60 to £3.10.
Business
Will we see signs of economic growth in 2026?
Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse.
South Africa slams the United States
The South African goverment has called on the United Nations to intervene following the United States’ military strike in Venezuela.
End of an era for 138-year-old company in South Africa
The JSE has received regulatory approval for its new listing requirements, as it looks to make the listing process simpler for companies.
Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return
Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break.
The South African who became the CEO of Australia’s largest retailer
Brad Banducci went from selling sewing machines in Boksburg to leading Australia’s largest retailer, Woolworths.
South Africa heading for another disaster
An expert warns that South Africa is heading for disaster if urgent action is not taken to rescue its ailing industrial sector.
Two South African companies to create R28 billion food giant
Premier’s acquisition of RFG has received the backing of Anchor Capital’s Sean Culverwell, with Premier set to see and earnings improvements.
Practical tips to save on energy bills this winter
As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills.
‘People are choosing between feeding their pets or themselves’
Two pet food banks speak about helping pet owners struggling to feed their animals.
Last-minute deal saves DStv channels
MultiChoice owner Canal+ signed a multi-year and multi-territory agreement which saved DStv from losing many prominent channels.
South African millionaires are pumping money into this African country
Mauritius continues to see an influx of capital, with the country seeing inflows from South Africa, France, the UAE and UK.
How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.
FTSE 100 hits 10,000 mark for first time
A rally on the first trading day of the new year has taken London’s main share index through the milestone.
Charity provides hot lunches as temperatures drop
Good Shepherd supports people all year round but the work is “even more important” in winter.
China’s BYD overtakes Tesla as world’s top EV seller
It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.
US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports
The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.
Here is the school calendar for 2026 – including one ‘special’ holiday
The start of the 2026 year of schooling is just around the corner, and these are the important dates, including a ‘special’ holiday.
End of the line for 27-year-old company in South Africa
PSV Holdings Limited will delist from the JSE, years after it was placed into business rescue six years ago.