Business
200-year-old company in South Africa shooting the lights out
Premier Foods is expecting a large rise in earnings, with further joy expected from its new mega-bakeries.
Why a Business Talk interview is a game-changer for South African executives
Business Talk is the ideal platform for South African executives to share their thought leadership.
Typical energy bill forecast to rise by £332 a year in July
Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills.
Business Talk – Jeremy Sampson reflects on 400 episodes of The Brandfather
Jeremy Sampson unpacks his 50+ year career in the branding industry, highlighting brands he helped strengthen like Tiger Brands and the Springboks.
Biggest petrol price hike in South Africa’s history coming next month
The latest data from the Central Energy Fund shows that petrol prices are now building for the single biggest jump in South Africa’s history, more than doubling the previous record.
1,500 jobs on the line in South Africa as international giant threatens to walk away
Glencore’s South African ferrochrome unit could walk away from talks with the government over a discounted electricity package due to what it sees as unfavourable conditions.
NI households set for £30 electricity reduction in July
The scheme, which will cost £81m, follows on from an announcement made at the UK budget in November 2025.
Two iconic fast-food brands making a comeback in South Africa
Scooters Pizza and Bimbo’s are making a comeback in South Africa, with the former attracting huge franchisee interest.
Rand takes a big hit
The rand has taken a knock following escalating tensions in the Middle East and a sharp surge in oil prices.
School uniform reuse scheme launches in London
The School Uniform Reuse Network aims to help schools and families reduce waste and save money.
Social supermarket praise for Comic Relief support
Yvonne Smith says “things were desperate” when she signed up to the Plate of Plenty in Nuneaton.
South Africa hits two countries with tariffs of its own, and motorists warned not to panic
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 20 March 2026.
Government considering ’emergency’ access to pension funds
The National Treasury is considering the possibility of allowing limited access to funds that are currently strictly preserved until retirement.