16+ hour, 16+ min ago  (604+ words) South Africa's microlending sector is a key driver of financial inclusion, providing access to credit for millions who may otherwise be excluded from traditional banking. But as the industry grows, particularly through digital and fintech platforms, it is increasingly targeted…...

5+ day, 16+ hour ago  (471+ words) South Africa's two-pot retirement system is starting to show that limited short-term access to savings does not have to come at the cost of long-term retirement security. Old Mutual Corporate says preservation has improved by a significant 33% since the inception…...

5+ day, 11+ hour ago  (408+ words) South Africa's engineering and construction sector employs over 1. 36 million people, making it one of the largest employers in the country. Yet this sector has been under sustained pressure for nearly a decade, with consequences that have fundamentally reshaped how risks…...

6+ day, 1+ min ago  (517+ words) Audi South Africa has introduced a new S line derivative to the Audi A1 Sportback range, priced from R549, 000. The new variant expands the A1 offering, introducing the S line trim with a stronger value proposition, while maintaining the design, technology and quality…...

1+ week, 6+ hour ago  (349+ words) Schools in England could soon be legally required to prohibit mobile phones during the school day, as the government moves to strengthen existing guidance amid growing concern over pupil distraction and online harms. Current Department for Education (Df E) advice discourages…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (188+ words) The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has publicly censured and fined the Komati Basin Water Authority (Kobwa) for failing to disclose a key executive appointment within prescribed timeframes, highlighting ongoing concerns over compliance with listing rules among issuers of debt securities. Under…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (638+ words) In 2026, cleaning standards are no longer a facilities issue. They're a governance issue. For many corporates, what was once a line item in the facilities budget now appears on the corporate Risk Register. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift, and…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (152+ words) IMF estimates place Congo's gross domestic product at $123bn this year, marginally surpassing Ethiopia's projected $122bn. While the gap is narrow, the ranking change signals a broader rebalancing in the region, where resource-rich economies are benefiting from elevated global demand for critical…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (855+ words) Importantly, there has been divergence in sector performance in these environments and performance between companies is likely to rise, too. There is an argument that the sector allocation of European stock markets could benefit them relative to the US. This…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (305+ words) Sony is expanding its range of gaming gear with the introduction of the INZONE H6 Air, a new open-back headset designed to deliver an immersive audio experience for gamers. The INZONE H6 Air features an open-back acoustic structure with custom drivers that…...