Omnia Holdings reports AGM outcomes and releases B-BBEE compliance report
The miner announced that its annual general meeting has concluded and its latest Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment compliance report is now publicly a
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Today
MSETNC, MSETCN and MSETNQ announce dividend receipt and NAV update
Moneyweb reports that the three funds have received a dividend payment and revised their net asset values, a move that could affect income-seeking investor
Chinese electric cars flood South African market, affordable options emerge
At the Kyalami Festival of Motoring, 19 battery-electric models, mostly Chinese, were displayed, narrowing the price gap for affordable EVs and signalling
LLETNC and LLETNQ announce dividend receipt and NAV update
The listed investment companies disclosed a dividend payment and a refreshed net asset value, signalling cash flow and asset valuation changes for investor
Government urges removal of trade barriers to boost SME opportunities
South African Government News Agency says cutting tariffs and easing customs could open markets for small businesses
New Companies Act rules force Mr Price to seek binding shareholder approval for executive pay
Binding votes replace advisory ones, with over a third of shareholders opposing Mr Price's pay policy at its September AGM
PSG Insure warns homeowners against fuel stockpiling as prices head for record highs
With petrol projected to hit R28.83 per litre in October, the insurer cautions that improper storage could trigger safety hazards and affect claims
Proposal to raise social grants to R4,400 could strain South Africa’s tax base
Economist warns the increase would outpace revenue, raising concerns for businesses and taxpayers
South Africa’s fuel refining capacity cut in half, raising costs for businesses
SARB report shows capacity fell from 720,000 to 250,000 barrels per day, pushing fuel imports up and squeezing SME margins
Future Forex warns South African retirees of hidden costs in foreign pension conversions
Currency experts say banks’ exchange-rate spread can shave up to R1 100 off a monthly pension
Yesterday
Netflix celebrates 10 years in South Africa, cites 8,000 jobs created
The streaming service marks a decade of local productions, highlighting support for over 30 South African production companies and a slate of new titles fo
d-school Afrika launches three-day Design Thinking programme for professionals
The three-day, R19 500 course at UCT’s Middle Campus promises hands-on tools and post-programme coaching to help SMEs and entrepreneurs turn ideas into act
Shares in Clicks and Sanlam tumble after Remgro trading statement, market buzzes over possible buyout
Mia Kriegler of Kruger International says the sharp fall in Clicks and Sanlam shares reflects market reaction to Remgro, while FirstRand eyes Aldermore sal
South Africa to hand over six Black Axe suspects to US authorities
Six Nigerians linked to romance-scam network will be extradited from Cape Town to the FBI and US Secret Service, the Hawks said
Nigeria parliament bans official visits to South Africa over migrant attacks
Parliament’s boycott could disrupt South African-hosted meetings and affect retailers that rely on Nigerian customers
Competition Tribunal clears Coca-Cola HBC-CCBA merger, ending 10-year era
The tribunal approved the deal that gives HBC a two-thirds share of African volumes, while sparking concerns over job cuts and a R17.6 bn expansion
Fast Company South Africa publishes look inside local venture capital ecosystem
The article, titled “Inside the South African Venture Capital Ecosystem”, signals a deep dive into the country’s early-stage funding landscape for entrepre
Trellidor reports R16m loss as revenue falls and debt cut
The security gate maker posted a R16m loss for 2026, sold two subsidiaries and said the moves set the stage for a turnaround.
Anti-migrant group sets new 30 September deadline, rattling domestic and delivery workers
The deadline threatens household hiring and the Sixty60 delivery fleet, while businesses like SweepSouth report record booking cancellations
Ramaphosa to answer US five-point demand list, investors watch for fallout
President Cyril Ramaphosa will reply to US ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III’s five asks, a move that could affect trade, investment and farm-security polici
Zambia and Namibia Deploy National PKI, Leaving South Africa Lagging
Zambia and Namibia have launched state-run public key infrastructures, while South Africa still relies on commercial providers and has no commercial rollou
City Lodge Hotels to open new luxury restaurants and hotels after earnings jump
Strong 2026 earnings, driven by international tourists, have City Lodge planning bespoke restaurants and new hotels in the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.
Remgro projects 37% to 47% rise in headline earnings for year to June 2026
The holding company expects earnings per share of R19.30 to R20.71, driven by stronger operations and one-off gains, ahead of its 21 September results rele
NewGold announces partial delisting of its debentures
The gold miner says a portion of its outstanding debentures will be removed from the JSE, citing strategic financing considerations.
Absa Kenya appoints new chief executive officer
The South African bank's Kenyan unit announces a leadership change, a move watched by local businesses for its potential impact on credit and digital servi
Supermarket Income REIT PLC adds six new properties to its portfolio
The REIT announced the purchase of six supermarket assets, expanding its rental income base, though details remain scarce
AI’s strongest cyber defence models are US-only, and South African defenders are not on the list
The frontier AI labs have started shipping restricted, defender-only versions of their most capable models. Anthropic states on its own product page that access is limited…
Google’s cheap AI tier doubles in price on 1 January. If your business runs on it, budget now.
Gemini 3.8 Flash is priced at $0.75 per million input tokens until 31 December. On 1 January 2027 that doubles, and a second, quieter cost increase…
South Africa’s AI rulebook is late because the first draft cited research that does not exist
The draft meant to govern how South Africa uses AI was withdrawn after News24 found it cited academic journals that do not exist. A revised version…
March and March plan another anti-migrant camp protest in Durban
The group announced a further demonstration targeting migrant encampments, raising concerns for local businesses.
