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The two companies South Africa must fix to save its economy
Business confidence in South Africa is closely linked to the performance of state-owned enterprises, but slow and inconsistent reform progress is holding back investments needed to boost the economy.
COURT BATTLE: Further delay in Danny Jordaan fraud case as co-accused enlists new legal representative
Representing South African Football Association President Danny Jordaan, as well the federation’s Chief Financial Officer Gronie Hluyo and former acting CEO Russell Paul, advocate Victor Nkhwashu once again argued for the dismissal of the matter, pending a high court review of a Hawks search and seizure at Safa House in 2024. Once more, the State rubbished this stance.
Three years of disruptions loom for major South African airport
Cape Town International Airport will begin a R9 billion upgrade next month that will cause passenger delays and disruptions for the next three years.
Crime chasing rich South Africans out of the country
Concerns about crime, the future of their children and career prospects have driven more than 1 million rich and well-educated South Africans to emigrate.
Minister reveals big change to BEE in South Africa
South Africa has removed BEE participation requirements at the mining prospecting stage to boost exploration and investment, while retaining transformation rules at production level.
IN PICTURES: On this day: Nelson Mandela’s walk to freedom
Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison, on Robben Island, at Pollsmoor and finally at Victor Verster. On 11 February 1990, amid mounting domestic unrest and growing international pressure, President F.W. de Klerk ordered his release — a moment that reshaped South Africa’s future.
Home Affairs office a total mess
Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has raised alarm over crippling staff shortages and deteriorating infrastructure in Limpopo.
DOUBLE DRAMA: Proteas clinch win against Afghanistan after dramatic back-to-back Super Overs
South Africa 187 for 6 (Ryan Rickelton 61, Quinton de Kock 59, Omarzai 3-41, Rashid 2-28) beat Afghanistan 187 (Rahmanulla Gurbaz 84, Lungi Ngidi 3-26) in the Super Over.
Political party to take action after top South African school’s alleged anti-Jewish action
The Freedom Front Plus said that it will take action against the “alarming pattern of anti-Semitism and the marginalisation of minority groups within the educational sector”.
EDUCATION BLUES: Staff in limbo as Educor flouts CCMA order to pay more than R1.3m
Former employees of City Varsity’s Educor are stuck in limbo after Educor ignored a ruling by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) to compensate staff for constructive dismissal amounting to more than R1.3-million, despite a formal order to settle debts by the end of January 2026.
Good news for Standard Bank clients who need a new smart ID
Standard Bank will roll out smart ID applications and renewals at select branches as part of Home Affairs’ plan to expand access to secure identification methods in South Africa.
Capitec’s new era kicks off with a bang
The 2026 financial year marked a period of big changes for Capitec, which have seemingly paid off, with the bank expecting an up to 25% jump in earnings.
Soweto Derby: Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates SOLD OUT!
This season’s Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will be no different as it is again a sold out affair.
Johannesburg residents should not have to pay for water they do not have
A new ‘water war room’ has been created, with Mayor Dada Morero saying that the city has incorrectly billed thousands of residents for water they didn’t consume.
WEATHER BEATEN: Flood-hit Limpopo remains in ‘active disaster phase’ as schools and clinics battle
In the Limpopo village of Mapayeni, near Giyani, schools and clinics are striving to return to normal operations after the flooding disruptions in mid-January. The province remains in the ‘active disaster phase’ as the local government seeks to address millions of rand in infrastructure damage.
Olympics-Biathlon-Tearful Norwegian confesses to cheating on girlfriend, begs forgiveness after bronze medal win
Norway’s Sturla Holm Laegreid followed up his bronze medal in the biathlon at the Winter Olympics on Tuesday with a stunning confession that he had cheated on his girlfriend, before openly begging her for another chance.