
47 connected individuals became multi-billionaires through BEE in mining
47 connected individuals became multi-billionaires through black economic empowerment (BEE) deals in South Africa’s mining sector.
FRIDAY, 16 JANUARY 2026, 09:27

47 connected individuals became multi-billionaires through black economic empowerment (BEE) deals in South Africa’s mining sector.

Now just a fond memory for many South Africans, Musica grew from a small family-owned record store to a nationally treasured franchise.

Experts warned that South Africans looking to buy a home should be careful of cognitive biases, which can lead to them making a bad investment.

Living a stone’s throw from Nando’s UK headquarters, I spotted something deeply un-South African on the festive menu. Brussels sprouts masquerading as Portuguese food? This needs investigating.

You’ve been in the UK long enough to know the drill with brollies and queuing. But have you actually done the British summer season properly? Here’s your bucket list sorted, with dates locked in for 2026.

The Western Cape boasts the highest employment retention rate in South Africa, while the Free State has the lowest.

South Africa’s rugby roots can be traced back to a version of the game called Winchester football, first played in 1861.

President Cyril Ramaphosa lectured his African National Congress Party for failing to meet the basic needs of many South Africans as it prepares to face crucial municipal elections within the next year.

Victor Osimhen steered Nigeria to the semifinals of the 2025 AFCON by scoring a goal and assisting in the other but it doesn’t end there.

Kaizer Chiefs are currently coached by Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, and the management has no intention to replace them for now.

Experts warned that South Africans should be wary of “bogus”, unregistered higher education institutions, which could leave them wasting their time and money on useless, unaccredited degrees.

The forgotten Kaizer Chiefs striker could get a new lease on life in the coming weeks after struggling for game time this season.

The feud between Democratic Alliance party leader John Steenhuisen and former Environment Minister Dion George shows no signs of slowing down, with George reportedly taking it to the office of the Public Protector.

South Africa risks becoming irrelevant in a world where powerful nations act unilaterally to pursue their interests, as its weakened economy, eroded industrial capacity, and diminished soft power leave it unable to meaningfully influence global events.

I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities… an ideal for which I am prepared to die – Nelson Mandela
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