Business

South Africa staring down the barrel of another disaster
While South Africa scored a temporary reprieve with the extension of AGOA at the start of the year, conversations are already starting about the programme ending again.

South Africa’s most valuable bank is going international
Capitec is going international, but the bank is still in the planning stage of its strategy, with a newly-appointed team looking for opportunities across the globe.

Grocers aim for cost-of-living help ‘with dignity’
Produce from Woking Community Grocery is offered to customers at a significantly reduced rate.

Amazon Fireside Chats – Caffenu co-founders Rowan and Judy Isaacman on growing through Amazon
Amazon’s Fireside Chats series unpacks the South African ecommerce space through the experiences of its local partners.

Asos demands £7m from US as firms rush to claim tariff refunds
Hundreds of thousands of firms could potentially win back some money after the tariffs were struck down.

Business Talk – Mikhail Edwards unpacks how Cirrus Bridge builds solutions that deliver real results
Mikhail Edwards is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cirrus Bridge and has been instrumental in the company’s impressive growth.

Good news for anyone with a driving licence in South Africa
The Department of Transport is moving to extend the validity of driving licence cards in South Africa from five to eight years.

High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

Important update about green ID books in South Africa
The Department of Home Affairs has moved the end of the green barcoded ID book forward, with grander plans now set for the future.

How to Build a Trading Routine That Works for the African Lifestyle
While a trading routine is often touted as a one-size-fits-all solution, with traders working fixed hours, adhering to a strict schedule, and spending considerable time in front of a screen, this is far from the truth.

Clicks opening 10 new types of stores in South Africa
Clicks is opening 10 new differentiated concept stores, which are launching in its current 2026 financial year.