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95-year-old chocolate icon in South Africa being sold
Tiger Brands is selling the Beacon brand, with the group rapidly reducing its exposure to chocolate.

Study shows loved ones benefit when smokers switch to non-combustible alternatives
The debate over the merits of non-combustible alternatives to cigarettes in helping smokers to quit and reduce their health risks has increasingly focused on concerns relating to youth and non-smokers’ uptake, both of which are important public health considerations.

Prominent South African grocery retailer loses R1.6 billion in a single day
SPAR Group’s share price plunged 15% in a single day after issuing a trading statement warning of a sharp decline in earnings.

Youth Month shines spotlight on automotive sector’s talent pipeline
With youth unemployment in South Africa still hovering above 40%, the need to create meaningful technical career pathways for young people has never been more urgent.

Dis-Chem is under investigation, and money flooding back into South Africa
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Monday, 1 June 2026.

Home care workers face fuel cost spike fears
Home care workers must be paid for their mileage and travel time, a Sheffield-based carer says.

Election 2026: Child poverty a ‘huge red flag’
The children’s commissioner says child poverty in Jersey “is a big red flag” for the community.

Put a £5 deposit on vapes to stop littering, say waste companies
The industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.

Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.

Why is Lidl opening a pub?
The debate about about what seems like a bizarre idea of having a cold pint after exploring the store’s well known middle aisle.

How much is costs to live in the small town voted as the best in South Africa
BusinessTech calculated the average cost of bond repayment, including rates and taxes, to determine how much it would cost to live in the best small town in South Africa.

Takealot’s one big advantage
Takealot has released a series of consumer insights into

The one crime people are getting away with in South Africa
The number of people convicted of commercial crimes has significantly decreased over the past two decades, even as the number of reported crimes has increased.

Double blow on the cards for South Africa
Following the SARB’s decision to hike interest rates this week, there is a chance that another hike will follow in July.

Money pumping back into South Africa
JSE CEO Valdene Reddy says that there is renewed interest in South African assets, but warns that economic growth remains weak.

Good news for anyone with an Edgars Club membership in South Africa
Edgars Club have announced a new partnership launching on 1 June 2026, allowing members access to discounted movie tickets.