Business

How AI Is Reshaping Online Trading in South Africa: 2025 Insights and What to Expect in 2026
In South Africa, traders are increasingly seeking FSCA-regulated trading platforms that combine security, transparency, and AI-powered tools to access both local and global markets with confidence.

Iconic 7-star American hotel brand coming to South Africa
An iconic ultra-luxury American hotel brand is officially coming to South Africa.

Browsers to Believers: The ‘Trust Engine’ Behind Leroy Merlin’s SA Surge
French DIY retailer Leroy Merlin’s rise in South Africa is often attributed to its expansive stores, wide product ranges, and competitive pricing.

Christmas busier than Mother’s Day, florist says
Bea Prosser says the community gave support at a time when small businesses struggled.

Severe storm chaos in South Africa, and new SARS boss is coming
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Monday, 22 December 2025.

Rise in gift card scams as victims lose millions
Authorities say they have seen an increase in gift cards being used in fraud in recent years.

How BusinessTech sponsored articles help businesses reach the right audience
Sponsored articles on BusinessTech offer unmatched ROI thanks to reaching a large audience of South African decision-makers.

Big shift for major 60-year-old retail giant in South Africa
Victor Seanie from Benguela Global Fund Managers is bullish on Pepkor amid the strong performance of the retailer’s fintech business.

Bourbon maker Jim Beam halts production at main distillery for a year
US distillers face uncertainty after President Trump imposed tariffs on countries around the world.

Big tax hikes to look out for in 2026
South African taxpayers face another round of tax hikes in 2026, with the National Treasury’s plan to collect an additional R20 billion in tax revenue contingent on the success of SARS’s collection efforts.

Charity welcomes living wage rise in January
The new rate will come into effect at the beginning of January, Caritas Jersey says.

Diesel ban still on the cards for South Africa
South Africa’s move to cleaner diesel is still officially on track, with plans to ban the sale of certain types of diesel.

Postcode glitch freezes pensioners out of winter heating benefit
Customers living in a specific Glasgow postcode were unable to apply for the Warm Home Discount.

South Africa’s largest landlord building bridges to the nation’s richest shopping mall
Growthpoint Properties has built a R26 million bridge between its head office and Sandton City.

Takeaway owner delivers 1,000 gifts to children
Arfan Mohammed, the owner of Sizzlers Fastfood, delivers 1,000 Christmas gifts to local children.

The South African city with the worst drivers during the holidays
Discovery Insure’s latest data shows unique driving trends across the nation’s three biggest cities.

Supply ‘too reliant’ on one asset, says water firm boss
South East Water wants to expand output capacity after Tunbridge Wells issues, says David Hinton.

The company taking over South Africa’s freezers
Frozen For You is expanding across South Africa, with the company offering healthy, easy-to-prepare meals for consumers.