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Zimbabwe - DRC war - reflections as DRC commemorates its anniversary

Decades after regional wars reshaped the Democratic Republic of Congo, the nation remains caught between immense mineral wealth and persistent instability. Here is an analysis of…

The One Thing the SADC Summit Should Have Put at the Top of the Agenda Was Small Business

While high-level summits focus on grand declarations, Southern Africa’s industrial future depends on small and medium enterprises. Unlocking regional value chains and empowering…

South Africa’s tourism industry is going digital. Can its businesses keep up?

South Africa is placing digital technology at the heart of its tourism growth strategy, as highlighted by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille at the launch of Tourism Month 2026…

NWU brings academic expertise together for local development in the Vaal River corridor

North-West University's bhive Enterprise Development Centre is partnering with Pont de Val and regional stakeholders to foster inclusive tourism, practical skills training, and…

Government forges links with traditional leaders in its bid to build local economies and tackle illegal immigration

The national government has enlisted traditional leaders to address the illegal immigration crisis and revitalise local economies. This initiative, cemented in Durban, involves…

From Representation to Influence: Standard Bank Top Women Conference to Explore the Next Era of Women's Economic Leadership

The Standard Bank Top Women Conference 2026 returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 8–9 September, bringing together leaders and changemakers to explore the next era of…

The key to the regional success of the SADC is integration

South Africa, often struggling in global markets, holds a powerful card in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). As International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola…

Power lines in Midrand transfer electricity from fossil fuel-powered stations.

The missing link in Southern Africa’s energy future

Southern Africa possesses a significant surplus of generating capacity, yet millions struggle with unreliable power due to inadequate transmission infrastructure. This article…

The crowd at the Union Buildings on August 9 1956. About 20 000 women marched to Pretoria to protest against passes for black women.

The unfinished march: Why women's empowerment remains South Africa's greatest infrastructure challenge

The 1956 Women's March against apartheid pass laws was a pivotal moment for South African women. Decades later, the fight for true gender equality and economic inclusion remains…

The port of Cape Town

Cape Town should not sacrifice its water for data centres

As the Western Cape champions data centres as the 'engine of the future economy,' this article critically examines the hidden cost: water. Drawing parallels with water-scarce…

Former president Kgalema Motlanthe

SA economy: Motlanthe on what needs to be done

Former South African president Kgalema Motlanthe addressed the Black Business Council (BBC) annual summit, conceding that despite political transformation, ownership and control…

Asanda Lembede

Asanda Lembede, 25, believes the biggest deals are about more than balance sheets. Whether advising on cross-border mergers, renewable energy projects or private equity…

Integrity is good business: Why corruption avoidance creates competitive advantage

Corruption remains a major barrier to economic growth, despite decades of anti-corruption efforts. This article explores how integrity, beyond mere compliance, is becoming a…

German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Johann Wadephul. Photo: Marion Smith

SA and Germany deepen strategic partnership

South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing relationship, with Minister Ronald Lamola welcoming German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Johann Wadephul to…

Road to success: South Africa needs to drive a long-term shift from land transfer to land activation. Photo Delwyn Verasamy

Measure land reform the right way

The debate around land reform in South Africa often focuses on statistics, but the true measure of success lies in whether land is restored with dignity, activated productively,…

Missed opportunity: African countries rich in minerals, agricultural land, energy resources and human capital have struggled to convert the assets into prosperity. Photo: Dominik Vanyi

Africa's great untapped wealth

South Africa's debate on undocumented migration often focuses on border control and job competition. This article argues that migration is a symptom of deeper issues,…

The Commonwealth's greatest prize lies beyond the games

While the Commonwealth Games capture global attention, the true long-term prize for its 56 nations lies in harnessing its economic network to boost trade, investment, and…

Human dignity: As Africa reflects on unity and solidarity, migration continues to expose the continent’s unresolved struggles around governance,
opportunity, sovereignty and economic survival. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy Picture: Delwyn Verasamy

When economic participation outpaces social pressure

For much of the past decade, governments across the globe have found themselves locked in a familiar cycle. Economic growth lags behind population expansion. Youth unemployment…

Mandela Day should be measured by opportunities created, not minutes served

Every year on Nelson Mandela Day, South Africans are encouraged to dedicate 67 minutes to acts of service in honour of Nelson Mandela's lifelong commitment to humanity. Across…

United for a cause: The global movement 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day. Photo: Marion Smith

Madiba’s ideal a dream deferred

Thirty years after democracy, this article asks if South Africa has built the country Nelson Mandela envisioned. It delves into the unfulfilled promise of a democratic and free…