Business

Big win for married couples in South Africa
Married couples in South Africa can now transfer twice as much money offshore without needing to get approval from SARS or the SARB.

Business Talk – PSG’s Wendy Myers on the impact of a strong Rand on South African markets
Wendy Myers is a two-decade veteran of the finance and investment industries and is the Head of Securities at PSG.

Empowering Mining SMMEs for Inclusive Growth in Gauteng’s West Rand
In the heart of the West Rand, where mining has shaped communities, livelihoods and Gauteng’s economic story for decades, a new chapter is being written, one that places small businesses, skills development and inclusion at the centre of the province’s mining future.

Popular South African coffee company launching in the UK
Plato Coffee is set to open its first store outside of Africa in April, with a new location in central London.

Pressure to make budgets add up as Holyrood election looms
Parties hoping to form at least part of a government will want to show how they will pay for their vote-winning promises

Iconic 57-year-old bridge in South Africa being completely rebuilt
The iconic Storms River Mouth suspension bridge will be fully reconstructed in 2026, with a project cost of R17.9 million.

South Africa’s most popular restaurants opening locations across the country
The Spur Group is expanding its footprint across South Africa and its international markets, with the group’s current footprint at over 750 locations.

Royal Mail bosses to be called to Parliament over letter delivery failures
It comes after hundreds of people contacted BBC Your Voice to express frustration over late deliveries.

NHI still moving ahead in South Africa
The 2026 Budget has allocated over R9 billion in direct and indirect funding for the NHI, with the presidency insisting a hold on the promulgation of the Act won’t slow down the implementation of the scheme.

Discovery Bank adding 1,500 customers per day
Discovery is expecting a large increase in earnings, with its bank adding around 1,500 customers per day.

Nedbank set for big earnings drop after selling international business for R1.8 billion
Nedbank is expecting a big drop in its earnings for the 2025 financial year following the sale of Ecobank.

Rescue centre at ‘breaking point’ over £40k bills
The Ark Wildlife Park is home to exotic animals such as crocodiles, monkeys and wildcats.

Government cutting thousands of jobs, and major blow for online gambling in South Africa
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Thursday, 26 February 2026.

Are Schools Future-Proofing Learners for a Digital Career or Just for Exams?
South African parents have always judged schools on reputation, results, and tradition. But the world learners will graduate into is not traditional.