
South African new car sales hit 13-year February high as exports decline
South Africa’s new-car market experienced its best February since 2013, with 53,455 units sold last month.
THURSDAY, 05 MARCH 2026, 02:36

South Africa’s new-car market experienced its best February since 2013, with 53,455 units sold last month.

Seven men were cornered by police on their way to the ATM in the CBD

Toyota retains position as best-selling brand, with 12,272 units sold

More visitors in 2026 will boost sector that contributes 9% of country’s GDP

The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, together with the Deputy Minister Graham Maré will participate at the 18th annual Africa Energy Indaba, taking place from 3–5 March 2026, in Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The Indaba brings together African energy leaders, policymakers, investors and development partners to […]

More than 2,000 people have signed a petition against the closing of Slotjhile Pub and Shisanyama in Thembisa, which had hired over 150 young people whose jobs are at risk.

Former world surfing champion Shaun Tomson described his brutal introduction to the business world after he retired as a professional sportsman.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he expects the war against Iran is “not going to take years”, as the conflict widened with Israel attacking Iran-backed Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and Iran hitting Gulf states that host US bases.

A global tech company is allegedly making major job cuts in its South African business unit, with over 300 jobs reportedly on the line.

More than 30 years into democracy, apartheid’s legacy still shapes South Africa’s social and economic reality.

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Shoprite managed to deliver strong sales and revenue growth for the first half of its 2026 financial year, though low selling price inflation put some pressure on its profit margins.

The death toll from the Ormonde building collapse has risen to eight as Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero is expected to visit the site on Tuesday morning.

Discovery delivered a strong interim performance, with its bank turning profitable for the first time and robust growth across its local and international businesses driving a surge in earnings.

The ICT reseller channel continues to evolve as client expectations rise and technology landscapes become more interconnected.

The presentation exposes the problems of policing failure, crumbling infrastructure and poor maintenance of holding cells across the country.

Nedbank’s significant changes to its business in 2025, including the restructuring of various operating divisions and selling out of West Africa, are beginning to bear fruit.
The Ormonde building collapse death toll has risen to eight, emergency services officials said on Tuesday morning.

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Iranian media reported that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and Iran will fire on any ship trying to pass.