South African mining heavyweight reports toughest period in its history
African Insider says a leading miner described its current situation as among the hardest it has ever faced
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25 August 2026
Young families are moving to quieter towns in the Western Cape
The South African says several Western Cape towns are seeing an influx of young families, a trend that could reshape local property markets and small-busin
Zuru launches Minnee blind-box collectibles in South Africa
The US toy maker says its new Minnee line will hit retail shelves, offering small-scale figurines in sealed packs.
South Africa faces defining crossroads as unemployment, low investment and US tensions strain economy
African Insider warns that high joblessness, dwindling capital flows and external geopolitical pressure could curb growth for businesses of all sizes
Foreign buyers and semigration push Cape Town home prices higher
Rising foreign ownership and inland migration are driving up property values in Cape Town, tightening affordability for local buyers
Tongaat Hulett Limited issues further cautionary announcement
The mining firm has filed another alert with the JSE, signalling material information that could affect shareholders
TopAuto.co.za outlines car brands sustaining South Africa’s auto sector
The online piece notes which manufacturers are keeping the local automotive industry afloat amid market challenges.
Investec asks regulator to drop rand manipulation charges
The bank says the allegations are unfounded and wants the case withdrawn, citing potential impact on its reputation and customers.
Forbes Africa examines South Africa’s interest-rate dilemma amid inflation
The analysis highlights how the Reserve Bank’s possible rate moves could affect borrowing costs for small businesses and consumers alike
Civil society urges Human Rights Commission to probe data centre boom impacts
A coalition of NGOs has asked South Africa’s Human Rights Commission to investigate how the rapid expansion of data centres may affect communities and work
Rand Holds Steady Awaiting SARB Data as Oil Prices Rebound
The rand remains flat ahead of the central bank’s upcoming inflation figures, while higher oil prices add pressure to the currency.
24 August 2026
Durban man’s gambling addiction highlights personal finance risks
A 22-year-old from Durban describes how his gambling habit turned dangerous, underscoring broader financial vulnerability for South Africans.
SARB alleges R4bn crypto breaches by Kastelo, warns African regulators
South African Reserve Bank says Kastelo violated crypto rules, highlighting compliance risks for the continent
US sanctions on Iran trap billions for MTN
US sanctions on Iran have frozen billions of MTN's assets, raising concerns over the telecom group's cash flow and earnings.
Quilter PLC reports own-share transactions
The wealth manager disclosed it has bought or sold its own shares, a move that may affect shareholders but offers little immediate relevance to South Afric
Dipula Properties completes Category 2 property acquisition and private placement
The company announced a Category 2 acquisition, raised funds via a private placement and withdrew a prior cautionary announcement, per Moneyweb.
MPACT Limited releases unaudited interim results and declares cash dividend for H1 2026
The mining services firm announced its six-month financials and a cash payout, but gave no detail on earnings or dividend size.
Seven Zimbabweans sentenced for R2.5 million Eskom infrastructure damage
A court handed down prison terms to seven Zimbabwean nationals for theft and sabotage that cost Eskom about R2.5 million.
Unannounced load shedding hits Lahore, businesses brace for disruption
Pakistan Connect reports unexpected power cuts in Lahore with no details on timing or cause
AdvTech Limited releases six-month results and declares dividend
AdvTech announced interim results for the half-year to 30 June 2026 and a dividend, but financial details were not disclosed in the release
Datatec declares R29 special dividend with optional scrip issue
The ICT group offers shareholders a cash payout of 2 900 ZAR cents per share or the chance to receive new shares instead.
MTN South Africa half-year adjusted profit up over 21%
The telco said its core earnings rose more than 21% in the six months to December, signalling stronger cash flow for the subsidiary.
National Consumer Commission near launch of spam-call opt-out registry
The upcoming opt-out system aims to let South Africans, including small business owners, block unwanted marketing calls
Sabvest Capital invests in Frogfoot, Vox and Hypa
Sabvest Capital Limited announced investments in three South African start-ups, though the size of the deals was not disclosed
MTN Group releases interim results for six months to 30 June 2026
MTN Group announced its half-year financial results, a key indicator for telecom investors and SME customers
Emperors Security Estate launches first full-title security estate in Soweto
Cosmopolitan Projects offers two-bedroom homes from R1.03 million, marking a shift toward formal housing in South Africa’s largest township.
23 August 2026
Zimbabwe’s trade and investment push opens doors for South African agri-businesses
A Herald article hints at new continental opportunities, but details remain scarce
CIBC stock and two lower-risk picks highlighted as rates rise
Simplywall.st recommends Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and two defensive stocks for investors seeking higher returns as interest rates increase.
Zaronia transition forces South African corporates to overhaul debt administration
The shift from Jibar to Zaronia will expose spreadsheet-based treasury processes and push firms to adopt stronger controls before the old rate disappears a
Treasury proposes central system for R88bn unclaimed assets, may set 45-year claim limit
A new framework could move billions of dormant accounts, retirement benefits and insurance proceeds to a Reserve Bank subsidiary, with a possible 45-year d
