he South African government is taking decisive action to revitalise the logistics sector, recognising its crucial role in driving economic growth and global competitiveness. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy outlined the government’s ambitious plans during the launch of the World Bank Read the full story
The North West is set for a major economic boost, and I can’t help but feel optimistic about what’s coming. The provincial government has allocated R24 million to establish a Development Fund aimed at accelerating growth and creating sustainable job Read the full story
Nine in ten SMEs in South Africa accept digital payments as they embrace innovation and new business opportunities Johannesburg, South Africa; 25 February 2025: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa are accelerating their digital transformation and seeking new Read the full story
I welcome the Competition Commission’s bold stance on holding tech giants accountable for supporting South African journalism. The commission is proposing that Google compensate local news media between R300-million and R500-million annually for up to five years. This is a Read the full story
I’ve always believed that the future of South Africa’s sugar industry lies in the hands of our black small-scale farmers. With over 24,000 of them playing a vital role in this multi-billion-rand sector, their sustainability isn’t just important—it’s essential. That’s Read the full story
When it comes to socio-economic development, 2025 is a year full of possibility for South Africa as it breaks new ground by taking on the presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20) forum. This is the first time that an Read the full story
South Africa’s working class is now the fastest-growing segment in the country, as millions of households have moved up from poverty or the working poor. However, breaking into the middle class has become significantly more challenging. A recent study by Read the full story
I love seeing progress, and this latest report from Statistics South Africa gives me hope! South Africa’s official unemployment rate has dipped slightly, moving from 32.1% to 31.9% in the last quarter of 2024. It may be just 0.2 percentage Read the full story
Faced with increasingly competitive university placements in South Africa, more students are pursuing higher education opportunities overseas. According to International Education Link (EduLink), which assists African students with applications and funding, demand has surged, driven by local placement challenges and Read the full story
As I listened to the speakers at the seminar, one thing became clear—STEAM education is not just an academic priority; it’s a national imperative. If South Africa is to remain competitive on the global stage, we must invest in our Read the full story