South Africa's unemployment crisis is a structural economic challenge, not merely cyclical. The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey reveals a staggering 33.6% official…
The Democratic Republic of Congo's vast mineral wealth, including cobalt and copper, is transforming its economy and making it a pivotal player in the global energy transition.…
Millions of young South Africans will vote in November without ever having held stable employment. Persistent unemployment is delaying economic independence for an entire…
National power utility Eskom is expanding procurement opportunities for South African businesses, anticipating increased electricity demand. CEO Dan Marokane announced this at…
South Africa's unemployment rate has surged to 33.6%, with 8.5 million people now jobless. Youth unemployment is particularly dire at 47.4%, prompting the South African…
South Africa's official unemployment rate stands at 33.6%, highlighting a critical job creation problem rather than just unemployment. This article delves into the structural…
Former South African president Kgalema Motlanthe addressed the Black Business Council (BBC) annual summit, conceding that despite political transformation, ownership and control…
The latest Brand South Africa Global Reputation and Domestic Perception Study leaves me with mixed emotions. It is encouraging because it reminds us that the world still sees…
Across Africa, women are driving financial innovation through community finance groups like stokvels. These sophisticated institutions pool money, provide loans, and support…
At an age when many are still finding their footing, Matoti Buthelezi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matoti-buthelezi-87ab44270/), 23, is influencing conversations about South…
South Africa is deeply engrossed in the debate over illegal immigration, but this article argues that a larger economic transformation, particularly concerning the nation's vital…
As gold prices soar and Ghana enjoys record revenues from its vast mineral wealth, the country's government is pursuing an ambitious strategy to ensure more of that wealth…
The financial gap in South Africa is growing, with many workers increasingly relying on debt and gambling to make ends meet, according to the Old Mutual Savings & Investment…
Huawei South Africa's Kui Zheng predicts AI could contribute up to R1.4 trillion to the country's economy and create 400,000 jobs by 2030. Discussions at South Africa Connect…
The South African Reserve Bank's decision to keep interest rates unchanged has been welcomed by the property sector, providing relief for homeowners and prospective buyers and…
Thirty-two years into democracy, South Africans grapple with unfulfilled promises. Poverty persists, and social issues manifest in movements and looting, highlighting deep-seated…
South Africans staked R1.5-trillion on gambling in 2024/25, with gross revenue hitting R75-billion. Much of this growth is in online gambling, a market operating in a legal grey…
Research by Metropolitan reveals that 11.9 million South Africans in the 'foundation market' are deeply committed to family protection but face significant challenges like…
Buying a home before getting married. Choosing a reliable second-hand car instead of a luxury vehicle. Using credit to build a financial record instead of funding an expensive…
Germany's ambassador reflects on five impactful years in South Africa, highlighting the deep and wide-ranging relationship between the two countries, from economic partnerships…
