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Coatings and paints industry set for growth
The Coatings For Africa 2026 exhibition in Johannesburg concludes with local manufacturers expressing optimism about the projected $892 million growth in Southern Africa's paints…
Ramaphosa launches R2 trillion investment drive
After securing R1.5 trillion in investment commitments, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the new target is to attract an additional R2 trillion in investment
Cutting unemployment rate needs a national, coordinated effort
The requirements of the job market in all professions require ongoing university curriculum reviews to assess each programme’s relevance and alignment with the needs of…
Profits before people: How the liquor industry undermines reforms
The Liquor Amendment Bill needs to be revived to tackle the social problems created by alcohol
Strike sets Transnet back — again
The industrial action is the latest in a series of economy-hitting upsets for the state logistics company
After Comair, how will the South African aviation industry fare?
Local ticket prices have risen by at least 35% to 40% as a result of Comair’s collapse
Bricks and biofuels: Cannabis can grow South Africa
Two promising uses of hemp are the manufacturing of “green” biofuels and the building of low-cost and sustainable housing
Patel: South Africa on target to attract R1.2-trillion in investments
The trade minister says the country is on track to reach more than R1-trillion worth of investments over five years, despite Covid-19 disruptions