The launch of the South Africa Business Initiative for Impact (SABII) on Monday, 17 November 2025 at the Johanessburg Stock Exchange (JSE) marked a defining moment in South Africa’s development and business fratenities’ commitment to inclusive, sustainable development. Hosted as Read the full story
According to Stats SA, over 64% of Black South Africans already live in dire poverty. Moreover, the official unemployment rate is now standing at over 40%, the average South African is already grappling with economic despair. The previous VAT increase 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
As the festive season gets into full swing, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa face one of the busiest and most financially critical periods of the year. With increased consumer spending, the opportunity to grow revenue is immense, Read the full story
The recent announcement of a 50-basis point rise in interest rates by the South African Reserve Bank can have significant negative consequences for low- and middle-income households in South Africa. The decision by the Reserve Bank to hike interest rates Read the full story
Stokvel concepts with appropriate investment models may hold the key to alleviating poverty and extending equal access to economic ownership and capital accumulation in South Africa. Most people have been using stokvels for informal savings over the years, frequently depleting Read the full story
The South African Reserve Bank’s announcement that the repo rate would rise by 25 basis points is not the best news for consumers. But Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments, Sisandile Cikido, says a change like this is an opportunity for Read the full story
The BANKSETA plays a major role in bridging the skills gap in the banking sector. The Banking Sector Education and Training Authority (BANKSETA) is the driving force behind developing skills in the banking and alternative banking industry. Established through legislation, Read the full story
Where did you grow up and what was your childhood like? I was born in Springs in the Eastrand and I grew up in the township of Kwa-Thema, Springs. My childhood was okay. I had a good family support system. Read the full story
The Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (ABASA) calls for inclusive social accountability and ethical leadership amid South Africa’s greylisting debate and ahead of its national convention. The auditing sector has been a subject of widespread Read the full story