This past Friday marked a pivotal moment in South Africa’s ongoing journey to address the deep inequalities entrenched by our history. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed into law the much-anticipated Expropriation Bill, a move that has the potential to reshape the Read the full story
When I look at South Africa today, I see a country brimming with potential but grappling with the heavy burden of inequality. While many argue that Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) and its updated framework, Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE), have Read the full story
South Africa’s future is looking brighter, and the class of 2024 has given us this rare hope. This week, we celebrate the achievements of numerous young people who have excelled in their matric exams. While many of them will go Read the full story
As someone passionate about South Africa’s economic landscape, I often wonder about the balance of power within our industries. Are a few giants monopolising the market, or is there room for the smaller players to thrive? Luckily, Stats SA has Read the full story
When I think about the potential that women hold, especially in South Africa, I am both inspired and motivated. Women are the backbone of our communities, often running households, raising children, and contributing significantly to the economy through entrepreneurship. Yet, Read the full story
The New Public Procurement Act of 2024 marks a significant milestone in South Africa’s journey towards building a more transparent and accountable government. This legislation, which aims to overhaul how public funds are managed and contracts awarded, is not just Read the full story
With many employers paying December salaries as early as the 13th, the gap before the next payday is significant – 42 days for those usually paid on the 25th and 49 days for month-end earners. The festive season adds financial Read the full story
In a bold move poised to reshape South Africa’s economic landscape, Nampak, the JSE-listed packaging giant, has announced a landmark Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) deal in partnership with Cambrian Capital Partners. This transformative initiative sees Nampak committing R12.5 million to Read the full story
This week, I was thrilled to learn that the Cabinet has officially approved the National Policy on Women in Sport Framework. As someone who believes in the power of sport to unite and empower, I find this a monumental step Read the full story
Over two transformative weeks, from November 25 to December 6, 2024, Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) became the epicentre of intellectual property (IP) education and technological empowerment in Africa. The hybrid format of the programme, combining in-person and virtual participation, Read the full story