Standard Bank will be one of the sponsors of the 13th annual Buy Local Summit and Expo, hosted by Proudly South African, to be held at the Sandton Convention Centre on 17 and 18 March 2025. As one of the most 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
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
I’m always inspired by initiatives that genuinely make a difference, and the renewal of the Black Academics Advancement Programme (BAAP) is one of them! The National Research Foundation (NRF) and the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) have reaffirmed their commitment to Read the full story
As South Africa prepares for the 2025 National Budget Speech, businesses, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) will be keenly watching for signals on economic growth, investment, and policy support. The National Budget Speech is not just a fiscal event Read the full story
As I reflect on the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA), I’m invigorated by President Cyril Ramaphosa’s vision for our nation’s economic future. He emphasised the need to elevate South Africa’s economic growth beyond 3%, aiming for a thriving Read the full story
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s mettle as a leader was tested in the days leading up to the State of the Nation Address (SONA). First, an attack from Rwandan President Paul Kagame, then a direct hit from US President Donald Trump. With Read the full story
The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) decision to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points is a much-needed boost for our economy, particularly for businesses. Lower interest rates mean reduced borrowing costs, giving businesses more room to invest, expand, Read the full story
As the workplace evolves rapidly in a volatile world, the skills-set for business leaders is changing and becoming more nuanced. Young people, who are both in the process of choosing tertiary studies and aspiring to one day take on corporate Read the full story
So, you’ve just completed your Grade 12 exams. You’ve sweated over your textbooks, survived endless exams, and now you’re celebrating with friends and family. It’s a huge moment, a huge achievement! But then, reality hits. Your matric results are up, Read the full story