Business

Rethinking Economic Empowerment in South Africa: Legacy, Policy, and a Path Forward

South Africa’s future economic empowerment aims to help people based on need and talent, not just race. Instead of strict…

3 months ago

SARS and the Digital Economy: How Social Media Influencers Are Facing a New Tax Reality

South Africa’s tax authority, SARS, is now using smart technology like artificial intelligence to track the money social media influencers…

3 months ago

Jannie Mouton’s Bold Blueprint: Curro, Philanthropy, and the Future of South African Education

Jannie Mouton plans to buy Curro Holdings and turn it into a nonprofit school network to make quality education more…

3 months ago

A Shift in Gears: What September 2025 Holds for South Africa’s Fuel Prices

In September 2025, South Africans can expect fuel prices to drop thanks to a stronger rand and cheaper global oil.…

3 months ago

Power in Flux: Unpacking South Africa’s Electricity Tariff Dilemma

South Africa’s electricity prices are rising because the energy regulator, Nersa, made big mistakes in calculating how much money Eskom…

3 months ago

Charting a New Path for NSFAS: Leadership, Reform, and the Drive for Educational Access

NSFAS helps South African students get money for college, especially those who can’t afford it. New leaders, like Dr. Karen…

3 months ago

Cape Town’s Prime Residential Market: Resilience and Magnetism in 2025

In 2025, Cape Town’s prime residential market shines bright as a rare gem, offering beautiful homes at affordable prices (€2,600/m²)…

3 months ago

Forging Steel Arteries: Railways, Reform, and the African Renaissance

African railways are changing from old colonial tools into powerful lifelines that connect countries and boost economies across the continent.…

3 months ago

The Pulse of Progress: SMMEs and the City of Cape Town’s Economic Growth Initiative

The City of Cape Town helps small businesses grow by offering online events, mentorship, grants, and skills training. These efforts…

3 months ago

Navigating a New Tax Era: South African Schools Confront VAT Reform

Starting in 2026, South African private schools must deregister from VAT, which means they face big new tax bills on…

3 months ago