Business

New bank coming after Capitec already has 2,500 branches across South Africa
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.

Manufacturing in transition as resilience confronts the realities of low growth
Many recent client conversations have begun with the same question: If the economy is stabilising, why do operating conditions remain so challenging?

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

US eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure that will last until 11 April.

Qantas agrees to pay $74m over Covid-19 travel voucher refunds
The case relates to cancelled flights during the pandemic, for which customers were given credits instead of cash.

Netflix announces KPop Demon Hunters’ sequel
The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service

‘I missed my chemo and have a £12,000 hotel bill’: British holidaymakers stranded by Iran war
Flights are restricted due to the conflict leaving people stuck running up bills for rooms and food.

PwC says young recruits are ‘hungry’ for careers and plans to hire more graduates
Last year the consultancy cut its graduate intake, but UK boss Marco Amitrano says it is still worth getting a degree.

Can plastic-eating funghi help clean up nappy waste?
Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant – can start-ups compete?

Why animals will replace historical figures on bank notes
British wildlife will replace historical figures on the next series of Bank of England banknote

Pottery firm Denby to appoint administrators
The famous company said rising costs had “squeezed the business financially”.

What on earth is going on with the oil price?
Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started – but why have there been such sharp swings?

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

We taste-tested every Hot Cross Bun we could find at major retailers – and the winner was clear
BusinessTech decided to get an early jump on Easter by testing out 21 different kinds of Hot Cross Buns to find the perfect bite.