US warns South Africa of further measures after visa restrictions over BEE and land policy
Ambassador Brent Bozell says the visa ban is just the first step in escalating actions against South Africa…
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16 September 2026
Seriti Resources warns up to 800 jobs at risk
The Eskom coal supplier says nearly 800 positions could be lost amid uncertain market conditions…
Finimize says South Africa’s inflation outlook stabilises after oil price shock
Finimize reports that the country’s inflation forecast has settled following recent turbulence in global oil markets…
Mapulaneng Hospital project delayed, R2.8bn cost overruns leave facility empty
Construction of the new Mapulaneng Regional Hospital in Mpumalanga is stalled, pushing back a July 2026 opening and inflating the bill beyond R2.8 billion.
Harcourt Street 1 (RF) Limited Announces Board Changes: Not a Property Fund, a Note Programme
The REIT disclosed a reshuffle of its board of directors, but gave no details on the individuals involved.
South Africa’s electricity generation drops 7.9% in July 2026
Stats SA reports a sharp fall in power output for July, raising concerns for businesses that rely on steady electricity supply.
Daily Investor pitches sponsored articles to South African firms
The platform claims 2.5 million reach and lists major banks as clients, but SMEs must weigh cost and impact…
Peresec Prime Brokers lifts its Spar Group holding to just over 6%
The wealth manager’s stake rise could give it a louder voice as Spar struggles with falling share price and competitive pressure from on-demand delivery see…
Takealot replaces its logo with the 12 official South African languages for Heritage Month
The online retailer will print its name in each of the country’s 12 languages on delivery boxes, a move aimed at celebrating cultural diversity and engagin…
Benus Trade and Invest acquires Forever Resorts, keeping Warmbaths open
Forever Resorts, owner of Warmbaths and Badplaas, has been bought by Benus Trade and Invest, promising continuity for guests, staff and partners.
Vodacom to appeal Kenyan court ruling that voids Safaricom stake sale
A Nairobi high court declared the sale of a 15% Safaricom stake to Vodacom invalid, prompting an appeal and potential $1.9bn refund for Kenya…
Prime Advantage membership costs R40 a month, can it deliver more savings for motorists?
A look at the potential grocery and transport discounts a Prime South Africa rewards programme offers and how drivers can judge its value.
US visa restrictions target South Africans linked to land and race policies
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new visa curtailment aimed at South Africans deemed complicit in land seizures or race-based discrimination…
15 September 2026
Richefond Circle changed its board. What the (RF) in its name actually tells you
The ring-fenced company is one of the most common structures on the JSE's debt board and one of the least understood. A routine SENS filing is…
Joburg sold Kelvin power station in 2001. Six owners later, City Power wants it back
The 420MW Kempton Park plant was South Africa's first privatised power station. It now supplies a tenth of Johannesburg's base load at 28c/kWh below Eskom, and…
Klipdrift scanned 38,500 faces. The POPIA bill for doing the same thing is the real story
The brandy brand's Springbok look-alike campaign is a sharp piece of engagement marketing. It also processes biometric data, which section 26 of POPIA treats as special…
Eskom launches urgent electrical safety drive targeting community hazards
The utility’s new campaign warns that a single spark can trigger fires or outages, urging residents to act now…
SPAR Group files notice of beneficial interest acquisition in its own securities
The filing, reported by Moneyweb, signals a shift in ownership structure that could affect investors and the retailer’s strategic options…
Revolut’s 2028 South African licence plan raises questions for banks and consumers
The fintech’s delayed entry could lower foreign-exchange fees but faces a concentrated market, strict capital rules and data-privacy hurdles…
South Africa adds 7 100 new dollar-millionaires, total now 48 200
New World Wealth report shows South Africa remains Africa's wealth leader with 38% of the continent's millionaires…
Twiga Foods goes into administration after years of losses
The Nairobi-based food-distribution startup has filed for administration, highlighting the risks of rapid scaling in Africa’s agri-tech sector.
Kenyan High Court voids Vodacom’s 15% Safaricom stake purchase
The court declared the sale unconstitutional, ordered the shares returned to the state and Vodacom said it will appeal while its share price wobbles…
Outsurance Group Limited announces finalisation of a special dividend
The insurer said a one-off cash payout to shareholders has been approved, signalling excess cash after recent earnings…
Homeowners may be paying an extra R300 a month for electricity after power cuts
Analysis of 400 million meter readings shows hidden overnight consumption can add up to R500 to a typical household bill…
Two SARS incentives most small businesses never claim, and what they are actually worth in 2026
A 0% tax band on the first R600,000 of turnover, and up to R1,500 a month for hiring someone young. Both are real, both are current,…
SARS commissioner Makhubu pledges relationship-focused tax administration
At the 13th Annual Tax Indaba, new SARS chief Johnstone Makhubu said the service will shift from aggressive collection to building trust with taxpayers…
Woolworths tops South African trust ranking for fourth year, beats Walmart
Woolworths was named the most trustworthy retailer in South Africa for the fourth consecutive year, ranking 15th globally in Newsweek’s list.
South Africa’s property market split between value-seeking and premium buyers
Bizcommunity’s new piece highlights how affordable-home seekers and luxury-focused consumers are shaping developers’ strategies…
Time Magazine ranks nine South African firms among the world’s 1,000 best
Sanlam leads the local pack at 388, while banks, retailers and telecoms also make the list, highlighting a shift toward people and sustainability metrics…
Indian conglomerate agrees to buy 73-year-old South African firm for R21.8 billion
Daily Investor reports a deal worth roughly US$1.2 billion that could reshape foreign investment in the local market.
