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Taxpayers warned of new criminal tactic to hit their bank accounts in South Africa
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has warned taxpayers about a new criminal tactic aimed at emptying bank accounts.

Why advice, integration and relevance now define private banking
For decades, private banking has been synonymous with exclusivity. The traditional model centred on personalised service, privileged access and carefully curated financial products for wealthy clients.

Nvidia’s record result fails to impress investors
The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

EasyJet boss says ‘don’t panic’ over summer jet fuel supplies
The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.

Two towns in South Africa where war is brewing
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has received over 38,000 objections to changing the names of historic towns and metros in the country, including Graaff-Reinet and East London.

Investec as you know it is changing
Investec is changing its Private Client strategy as the group looks to grow its market share and drive returns.

Investors warned to stay away from this company in South Africa
South Africans are being warned to exercise caution when dealing with an investment firm accused of soliciting funds without the required authorisation.

Another national disaster for South Africa
A second National Disaster has been announced in South Africa following severe weather in four provinces this month.

Another sign of collapse in South Africa’s richest city
A 100-year-old building with the most valuable artworks in South Africa is collapsing in plain sight.

Elon Musk’s X fined for not complying with Australia’s child protection laws
The social media giant will pay A$650,000 plus legal costs, ending a three-year legal saga.

The young people rejecting a bank-breaking prom
Teenage entrepreneurs at Huntington School change the way pupils shop for a prom dress.

Three men who saved South Africa from disaster, and big blow to VAT hikes in South Africa
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Thursday, 21 May 2026.

The Hugo: A Rare Southern Suburbs Address, Set in Rosebank, Cape Town
In a hyperconnected part of Cape Town, where new development remains limited and mountain views are protected by zoning and heritage overlays, opportunities like The Hugo are increasingly rare.

Samsung strike on hold – but the fight isn’t over yet. Why?
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.

The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.

UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states
The deal will remove an estimated £580m worth of tariffs from British exports, but rights groups are critical