Global diversification is essential for investors wanting to optimise returns and protect their wealth in an ever-changing economic landscape. With international markets presenting strong growth potential, structured investments are an effective way to gain exposure while managing risk. In response, Read the full story
Google has pledged to help create 300,000 jobs in South Africa through its investment in data centre infrastructure in Johannesburg, part of a wider R18 billion commitment to Africa. The tech giant estimates this move will contribute a staggering R1.7 Read the full story
South Africa’s formal non-agricultural sector saw a slight improvement in the final quarter of 2024 following a year of job losses. According to the Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES, Q4:2024) report from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), employment in the sector Read the full story
The centralised electronic health record (EHR) system, proposed as the cornerstone of South Africa’s National Health Insurance (NHI), is a critical step towards a more modern, digitised healthcare system. However, it also presents an unprecedented, national-scale cybersecurity challenge. To ensure Read the full story
The robust collaboration between Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) and local tour guides and operators has been pivotal in the city’s burgeoning cruise tourism sector. The Tourist Guide Association of Mandela Bay (TGAMB) acknowledges that this partnership has significantly propelled Read the full story
The recently released crime statistics covering crimes from 1 October to 31 December 2024 showed that 6 953 murders were reported in the country in this period. In these three months, there were also 12,412 burglaries at non-residential premises and Read the full story
The 2025 Budget Speech, delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, highlights key fiscal priorities amidst South Africa’s economic challenges. As the nation navigates coalition governance under the Government of National Unity (GNU), the postponement of the budget from 19 February Read the full story
I’ve always believed that transformation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. Growing up in South Africa, I’ve witnessed both the struggles and triumphs of a nation that has fought hard to redefine itself. We’ve come a long way, but there’s Read the full story
Water is a lifeline, and in South Africa, access to clean water remains a pressing issue. As someone who has seen firsthand the struggles communities face due to poor water management, I find hope in the latest collaboration between South Read the full story
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) and the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Commission (B-BBEE Commission) have taken a bold step forward in driving meaningful change within South Africa’s financial sector. By entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), these two Read the full story
