Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 13 March 2026.

Africa’s largest seller of clothing and mobile phones is looking for a banking chief as it plans to open branches across its store network.

Many recent client conversations have begun with the same question: If the economy is stabilising, why do operating conditions remain so challenging?  

South Africa is heading for an economic shock if surging global oil prices persist, but ordinary South Africans are advised not to panic. 

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure that will last until 11 April.

The case relates to cancelled flights during the pandemic, for which customers were given credits instead of cash.

The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service

Flights are restricted due to the conflict leaving people stuck running up bills for rooms and food.

Last year the consultancy cut its graduate intake, but UK boss Marco Amitrano says it is still worth getting a degree.

Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant – can start-ups compete?

British wildlife will replace historical figures on the next series of Bank of England banknote

The famous company said rising costs had “squeezed the business financially”.

Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started – but why have there been such sharp swings?

The lawsuit is an indication of the complexities looming over a potential $166bn in tariff refunds.

BusinessTech decided to get an early jump on Easter by testing out 21 different kinds of Hot Cross Buns to find the perfect bite.