All bets off for online gambling, despite a Parliament proposal
Lisa SteynNo control will adequately curb the harm that may be caused to citizens by online gambling, so it must remain banned, the government states.
Reserve Bank moves cautiously on interest rates
Lisa SteynInflation figures are good, but uncertainty over the oil price raises a question about interest rates.
IMF revises growth rates for South Africa
Thuletho ZwaneIMF revised its growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa down to 4.9% from 5.8% in 2015, and SA's growth has been reduced to 2.1% from a previous 2.3%.
More money in pocket as cost of living falls
Thuletho ZwaneThe inflation rate has dropped to 5.3% because of the lower oil price, but consumers shouldn’t embark on a spending frenzy just yet.
Eskom hands over the reins of solar power geyser initiative
Lisa SteynThe utility’s rebate project failed to reach its target for the installation of solar systems, and the energy department will now run the initiative.
Solar power to reach its zenith
Lisa SteynThe installation of rooftop photovoltaic panels is on the rise, but South Africa is not as solar-friendly as it could be.
Will Putin use diamonds to rescue Russia?
Roman GrynbergAn economic crisis is pushing Russia into a corner, potentially forcing a mass gem sale.
Sasol takes stock of oil price crash
Lisa SteynThe energy firm's largest investment in the United States is likely to be in jeopardy if the current conditions prevail.
Political risk claims lower in 2014
Thalia HolmesState insurer Sasria saw an increase in profit last year despite platinum workers downing tools for five months.
New minister may thwart Zimplats indigenisation deal
Tawanda KaromboIndigenisation Minister Christopher Mushohwe may not uphold the previous minister's empowerment credits deal with Impala Platinum's Zimbabwe unit.
Bond buyers deterred by Fed rate outlook
Robert BrandForeign investors offloaded more rand-denominated debt than what they bought last year, as demand for emerging market bonds declined.
Commodity markets limp into 2015
Lisa SteynResource prices have plummeted this year, leaving some economies reeling in the aftermath.
Russians go shopping in the race against rouble's fall
Alec Luhn, Shaun WalkerRussians are frustrated with the continued fall of their currency. For some, investing in valuables is the solution.
Broad online content regulation makes ICT experts uneasy
Lisa SteynThe Film and Publication Board says no one is being sidelined and there will be ample opportunity to discuss and change the policy document.
Credit ratings and outlook for SA unchanged
Lisa SteynTwo rating agencies delivered some good news on Friday evening when both kept their credit ratings and outlook for South Africa unchanged.
Investors saddled with reform risk
Lisa SteynNew regulations will require investors to bear the risk of South African bank failures.
Africa's diamantaires in the rough
Roman GrynbergLow productivity and the concomitant costs are harming the local beneficiation industry.
Ellerine jobs saved as regulator recommends Shoprite offer
Renee Bonorchis, Janice KewThe Competition Commission has recommended an offer by the retail giant to acquire the stores and staff of the failed furnisher.
No imminent JSE listing for African Bank
Lisa SteynThe PwC curators of the flailing financial institution say the bank is well on the road to recovery despite a delay in listing on the JSE.
The long, long wait for Medupi
Already four years behind schedule, the Mpumalanga coal power station is now only projected to be fully on line by 2019 at the earliest.
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