Rooftop solar installations more than doubled in South Africa at the height of loadshedding, however the situation improved significantly in 2024, with the country now having experienced over 200 days without scheduled blackouts. I think this reduction in loadshedding led Read the full story
Ten years ago, two visionary women set out to transform South Africa’s media industry, and they succeeded. Imizamo Media, the black female-led agency founded by Daisy Mulenga and Tlangelani Manzini, celebrates a decade of innovation, empowerment, and impact this November. Read the full story
I recently came across the 2023/24 National Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Report (NECER), and it’s clear to me that while South Africa has made commendable strides in environmental compliance, we still face enormous challenges, especially with pollution. Launched by Deputy Read the full story
Enterprise development is a cornerstone of South Africa’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policy, designed to address the historical inequalities that have shaped our economy. It’s more than a compliance checkbox—it’s a transformative mechanism to stimulate economic growth, foster innovation, Read the full story
South Africa is taking another significant step in its journey towards a low-emissions economy with the recent finalisation of a groundbreaking R7.6 billion loan to advance the country’s Just Energy Transition Plan (JETP), thanks to the Agence Française de Développement Read the full story
As we gear up for National Entrepreneurship Month, I’m reminded of the power of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and Small, Micro, and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) in building our economy and creating lasting change in South Africa. These aren’t just Read the full story
As a business landscape shifts towards inclusivity, I find it inspiring when organisations genuinely walk the talk. This year, Kearney Africa, a global management consulting firm, has set a remarkable example. The company was recently honoured at the 2024 Gender Read the full story
Here we are in the final quarter of 2024, and as December looms, the big question is: what will we be paying for food, clothing, and gifts this holiday season? With economic updates from Stats SA in October, let’s explore Read the full story
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s a timely moment for South African business executives to reflect on compliance with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) regulations. The BBBEE Act and its framework are firmly embedded in South Africa’s policy landscape Read the full story
Attending the Green Economy Indaba at Nedbank’s office was an eye-opening experience for me. Held on 31 October 2024, the event brought together South Africa’s top innovators, thinkers, and changemakers to discuss the future of sustainability. With a packed agenda Read the full story
