Great news for Cape Town
Cape Town’s dam levels have increased by about 20% in just one week due to a recent and unusual rainfall event, taking the city out of the ‘early drought caution’ stage.
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Woolworths increases security at all stores after explosions in South Africa
Woolworths has noted that it will be increasing security measures across all stores after explosions hit two of its branches in South Africa.
How Miway turned claims into an online sentiment success story
In insurance, reputation can be earned or lost in a single moment.
New driving laws for 62 municipalities in South Africa
The Department of Transport has confirmed it will roll out the new AARTO system to 62 municipalities from July 2026.
Top UK chefs call for 10% VAT cut for pubs and restaurants
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be slashed to 10% to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.
Energy bills to go up for Power NI and Firmus customers
Both suppliers have said the increase is due to higher global energy and gas prices.
Another explosion hits second Woolworths store in South Africa
Another Woolworths store in South Africa has been hit by an explosive device, with an incident reported at a branch in Bloemfontein in the early hours of Friday, 29 May.
SPAR selling another international business
SPAR is selling its UK business to focus on South Africa, but its financial expectations are extremely concerning.
Leadership change at Eskom
Eskom has announced that Junaid Munshi has been appointed the Group Executive for its Distribution division, effective 1 June 2026.
The easiest way to achieve your 2026 South African marketing goals
BusinessTech is South Africa’s largest and most influential business news website and is ready to help you achieve your marketing goals for 2026.
United States issues warning to people visiting one of the biggest shopping malls in South Africa
The United States Embassy and Consulates in South Africa have issued a warning to US citizens about visiting a major shopping mall in South Africa.
End of an era for Dis-Chem
Dis-Chem legends Saul Saltzman and Stanley Goetsch are leaving their roles as executive directors, with the company’s leadership undergoing a massive change.
Big turn for petrol prices in South Africa
Fuel price recoveries in South Africa have swung into a solid over-recovery, contrasting the last three months of being deep in the red.
Cholesterol – The good, the bad, and the necessary
Many of us only think about cholesterol when a doctor flags it during a routine check-up or when experiencing severe symptoms.
Explosive that went off in Woolworths store – Photos
An explosive device detonated inside a Woolworths store at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria on Thursday morning, which left significant damage to part of the store.