R6 million blow to WeBuyCars, and South Africa’s richest city wants to escape Eskom
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Business
Rivalries and rumours: How the new order of the Murdoch dynasty is playing out
Family feuds and strategic change are redefining who holds power inside the Murdoch empire.
US denies visas to ex-EU commissioner and others over social media rules
Thierry Breton, the former top tech regulator at the European Commission, says a “witch hunt” is taking place.
Government waters down inheritance tax plan for farms
The government has now said it will lift the intended threshold from £1m to £2.5m.
US economy grows at fastest pace in two years
Strong consumer spending helps the US economy grow at a faster rate than expected.
South Africa walking headfirst into disaster
Renowned economist Dawie Roodt says that the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme will be a disaster for taxpayers and the national fiscus.
South Africa walking head first into disaster
Renowned economist Dawie Roodt says that the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme will be a disaster for taxpayers and the national fiscus.
Fish and chip shop offers 100 free Christmas meals
Raj Khaira, from Southampton, says his store will give sausage and chips to those in need.
7 new car brands that launched in South Africa in 2025
Over the course of 2025, several new car brands have launched in South Africa, all coming from Asia.
Bet365 boss pay package rises to £280m
Denise Coates, the founder and chief executive of Bet365, is consistently one of Britain’s best-paid bosses.
Food bank supplier saved by ‘incredible’ donation
Emergency funding will provide 36,000 meals to a Blackpool food bank supplier during 2026.
The top executives who have appeared on Business Talk
Business Talk with Michael Avery is South Africa’s top business news podcast, featuring many of the country’s top executives and industry experts.
Celebrating 21 Years of Impact: DUTs Vision For Innovation and Excellence
This year, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) proudly celebrates 21 years as a dynamic force in South African higher education.
The first thing South Africans cut to save money
Despite the shift in sentiment in the final quarter of the year, South African households are still cutting back their spending to get by.
Prepare for the future of AI with AWS and Mecer Inter-Ed
Mecer Inter-Ed is expanding its AWS training portfolio and launching an exclusive online event for South African professionals.
Who are the frontrunners for the top Fed job?
Donald Trump is due to name a new leader of the Federal Reserve at a tricky moment.
Major shopping mall in South Africa selling for R545 million
The Compeition Commission has approved the sale of Bluff Towers Shopping Centre in Durban.