Business

Faisal Islam: Why a full HS2 line could still be built despite the latest fiasco
The Transport Secretary has said the high-speed rail line will not be completed until 2039.

NS&I to begin contacting victims of lost funds scandal
Over 30,000 estates could not be accessed due to an error identifying all of a late customer’s NS&I products.

Eskom threatens to cut power to Joburg over R6.8 billion owed
Power utility Eskom has once again threatened to cut power to the City of Joburg over unpaid bills and money soon due, which has now reached R6.8 billion.

What you need to earn to send your child to the most expensive schools in South Africa
These are the salaries needed to send your child to the most expensive and best-performing private schools in the country.

St Brelade concerns of empty shops and cost of living
People say they are frustrated families have to turn to food banks in a “rich island like Jersey”.

Big payday for Steers, Wimpy, and Debonairs boss in South Africa – earning R38,200 every day
Famous Brands has reported strong results for its 2026 financial year, with its executives getting paid handsomely for the food service franchisor’s performance.

HS2 costs could top £100bn and trains will be slower than first planned
The new cost range and train speed are being announced as a “reset” of the delayed, over-budget and vastly scaled-back project is carried out.

New state-owned company to deal with rising fuel prices in South Africa
Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, says South Africa needs to fast-track the establishment of a new state-owned company to address fuel price shocks.

Government coming after one group of homeowners in South Africa
South Africa’s government is preparing to crack down on households with boreholes.

The Deliberate Business: A Smarter Approach to SME Funding
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, driving job creation, innovation, and growth across industries. But in today’s environment, running a business is not just about growth – it’s about navigating pressure.