Shoprite CTO envisions new hires arriving with personal AI agents
Chris Shortt says the retailer’s AI platform could soon support employee-owned agents, raising questions about cost, policy and talent
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Tuesday, 8 September
Dis-Chem to launch rebuilt e-commerce app by end-2026
Dis-Chem is scrapping its current app and platform, aiming for a public release by end-2026 to counter Checkers Sixty60 and other rivals.
OnlyFans creators in South Africa speak out on safety and gig-economy challenges
The Conversation reports that South African OnlyFans users describe personal risk, payment hurdles and uncertain legal status while treating the platform a
Sibanye-Stillwater starts consultation on Kwezi shaft, 1,114 jobs at risk
The 24-year-old underground PGM operation near Rustenburg may be closed or restructured, putting 781 permanent and 333 contractor staff in jeopardy as rese
Absa exec calls for coordinated SADC policy to boost SMME growth
In a Moneyweb podcast, Faizal Mkhize of Absa Business argues that the newly concluded SADC summit missed a chance to place small, micro and medium enterpri
Analogue TV switch-off suspended indefinitely, says Minister Malatsi
South Africa’s long-delayed transition to digital television remains on hold after the High Court halted the latest deadline.
NinetyOne acquires beneficial interest in Sibanye Stillwater shares
The asset manager disclosed a new holding in the gold miner, though the size of the stake was not disclosed
Nespresso Professional launches Giorno Mini for South African small offices
The new compact Giorno Mini coffee machine targets SMEs, offering premium Nespresso coffee without the space or training demands of larger systems.
South Africa imports 23 million FMD vaccine doses, opens self-vaccination to farmers
Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp says 23 million doses have arrived and more than 1 000 farmers are now authorised to vaccinate their own cattle.
WhatsApp Business to charge outbound messages; Bidvest Data offers free-chat alternative
From 1 Oct WhatsApp will bill each outbound service message, prompting Bidvest Data to launch a zero-rated chat platform that keeps WhatsApp as the entry p
Satrix 40 index adds new securities, Moneyweb reports
Moneyweb says the Satrix 40 fund has listed additional constituents, a move that could affect investors tracking South Africa's top-40 stocks.
Old Mutual’s earnings dip as Middle East war dents investment returns
The insurer’s interim profit falls 5.5% amid global risk-off sentiment, while life sales still grow
Road funding up 167% yet condition worsens, says Transport Minister
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says road maintenance spending has more than doubled since 2012 but SA's road quality continues to slip, hurting users an
Mahube Infrastructure Limited files cautionary announcement with JSE
Mahube announced a cautionary filing, signalling a potential issue that could affect its shareholders and the broader infrastructure sector
Quilter PLC updates share buyback programme
The asset manager says its buyback programme continues, but provides no further details
Baldwin Properties finalises scheme of arrangement
The property company confirms its restructuring plan has been approved, a step that could reshape its debt and asset base
Ipsos poll shows ANC ahead of DA in Johannesburg ahead of local elections
Ipsos survey puts the ANC at 31% and the DA at 28% in Johannesburg, signalling a tight race that could affect municipal services and business climate.
eThekwini to launch first phase of R9bn Go! Durban transport network in Dec 2026
After 15 years of delays, the City of eThekwini aims to start public bus service on the C3 corridor in December 2026, despite political scepticism.
CGCSA warns illicit economy costs South Africa R68bn a year, calls for industry anti-crime platform
Consumer Goods Council says organised crime is draining retailers and urges public-private task force to protect supply chains
Affies public school hits 100% matric pass, outperforms many private schools
Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool achieved a full pass rate and high distinction average in 2025, showing that strong leadership can trump limited resources
Moneyweb podcast urges employers to rethink living wage
A Moneyweb discussion with an analyst, a living-wage advocate and an Absa Business executive argues that paying a living wage could boost South African bus
ROSE Foundation expands safe used motor oil disposal network in South Africa
Motorists, workshops and small businesses can now drop off or have used oil collected through a national network of accredited partners.
Shoprite closes its bet on the spaza till, taking 51% of a POS platform in SA’s R184bn informal retail economy
Shoprite has completed a 51% acquisition of R&A Cellular, the company behind DesertPOS devices used across South Africa's spaza shops, giving Africa's largest retailer a direct…
Every government funding programme for South African small businesses in 2026, in one place
A R3 billion department budget, a merged funding agency lending up to R15 million, a raised VAT threshold, and separate funds for women, youth and the…
How the Madlanga Commission’s revelations are already hitting small business in South Africa
From 'no government tender without extortion' to R63 billion in disrupted construction projects, the Madlanga Commission's testimony is putting numbers on a cost South African small…
National Bursary for Job-Generating Entrepreneurs opens applications
The South African government invites entrepreneurs to apply for a new bursary aimed at creating jobs, according to fundsforNGOs.
SARS sends final demand for one cent, exposing automated enforcement flaws
A taxpayer received a one-cent final demand from SARS, highlighting how the agency’s data-driven collection system can generate absurd errors
Monday, 7 September
Ninety One plc announces share repurchase programme
The asset manager said it will buy back its own shares, returning capital to shareholders
City Lodge Hotels files voluntary trading statement, halting share trading
The hotel group announced a voluntary suspension of its JSE share trading, pending further information.
Dangote’s $1.6bn refinery IPO opens 14 September, with the JSE angling for a piece of it
Africa's largest oil refinery opens its Lagos IPO on 14 September, targeting $1.6 billion, after Nigeria's regulator approved the offer this month. The JSE has confirmed…
