The CitizenMasingita Group of Companies faces questions over seven-day approval for Malamulele Mall land
The mall is expected to open in August 2027.
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BizcommunityNew machinery, live demonstrations and practical solutions at Propak Cape
New machinery launches, live demonstrations and technologies addressing real production and operational challenges will give visitors plenty to explore at Propak Cape 2026, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 27-29 October.
The CitizenR7 cigarettes expose scale of illicit tobacco trade in SA
Almost 75% of all cigarettes sold in SA go for far less than the R27.12 minimum collectable tax price, raising questions about enforcement and lost revenue.
ITWebCreating tomorrow through education in Gauteng
Mint Group reflects on the power of digital innovation to strengthen public services and improve access to education for citizens across Gauteng.
MyBroadbandGood news for people who pay their DStv bills on time
MultiChoice has published a timeline of when paid-up DStv customers will receive free 7-day upgrades to a higher-tier package.
ITWebData sovereignty in South Africa is not an address
Residency is now something you can buy, and South Africa is a good place to buy it, says Johan Lamberts, MD of Ascent Technology.
ITWebLifelines across the continent: How Motorola Solutions continues to build on its African legacy
Motorola Solutions’ integrated ecosystem plays a vital role in helping African organisations build their long-term operational resilience.
ITWebThe US $1.5m scam that never looked like a scam
The only way to prevent cyber damage in the modern world is to have visibility because you cannot protect what you cannot see, says J2's John Mc Loughlin.
ITWebThe digital core imperative: Why SAP S/4HANA migration is no longer optional
Moving to S/4HANA is a chance to rethink how the business operates, not just swap out technology.
MyBroadbandFormer Home Affairs officials arrested for allegedly selling South African passports for R100,000 each
The former officials allegedly leveraged a "photo swapping" loophole to issue fraudulent passports.
ITWebPanacea builds its Auto-ID distribution footprint across Sub-Saharan Africa – with Datalogic
Panacea Technology Distributors is building its product portfolio, strengthening technical support and expanding stock availability for resellers.
BizcommunityIllicit cigarettes still sold below tax threshold in SA, study finds
Cigarettes priced below South Africa’s Minimum Collectable Tax (MCT) remain widely available in the retail market, with new research finding that approximately 75% of stores surveyed continue to sell brands priced below the R27.12 tax threshold.
ITWebWho answers for the AI agent your team built last week?
A simple AI agent can now be built in an afternoon, which means agents are arriving faster than most organisations are deciding how to govern them, says Braintree's Doug Morrison.
ITWebThe channel's skills gap is not a training problem
The channel’s skills gap is an arithmetic problem before it is an educational one, says Andrew Harris, chief sales and marketing officer, DCC Technologies.
ITWebOneData works with Workonline to strengthen network resilience
The Nigerian ISP assists Workonline Communications with a network redesign to improve routing, redundancy and capacity management.
MoneywebOpenAI says staffer arrested for hidden recording device in office
The incident is poised to heighten concerns about the security at top tech companies at a moment when nations are competing aggressively to develop more powerful AI systems.
BusinessTechShoprite warns of a 15-year low for South Africa
South Africa is facing a food security crisis with food security levels returning to what they were in 2010.
BizcommunityHeineken Beverages named Brand of the Year at the 2026 Loeries
Heineken Beverages has been named Brand of the Year at the 2026 Loeries, recognising a body of work that delivered creative excellence across many of their brands, drinks categories and disciplines. The achievement reflects the strength of collaboration between Heineken Beverages' brand marketing…
BizcommunityWestern Cape schools to teach maths in isiXhosa from next year
Nearly 3,500 teachers trained in Bala Wande programme.
ITWebFree cyber crime victim helpline launches
The new local Cyber Helpline offers online guidance and trained human responders to cyber crime victims.
BusinessTechNedbank Commercial Banking is financing the transition to regenerative agriculture
Nedbank Commercial Banking is exploring how innovative financing and risk-sharing can help South African agriculture transition towards more regenerative and climate-resilient practices.
BizcommunitySmart Money – South Africa’s premier investment podcast
Your business can benefit from Smart Money’s large and engaged audience by getting its executives featured on the podcast.
MyBroadbandFrontdesk AI – The Reseller Opportunity Sitting on Your Client’s Phone Line
Frontdesk AI is an AI-powered receptionist that answers calls, SMS, WhatsApp and web chat around the clock on behalf of a business, in a voice and tone that reflects the brand.
News24 BusinessBradley Workman-Davies | Resign first, complain of hostile workplace later? Court says no
The Labour Appeal Court has drawn the line on constructive dismissal, writes Bradley Workman-Davies of Werksmans Attorneys.
The CitizenCoronation dumped Spar at R40 after buying above R90
The exit of its position began in the second quarter already ...
MoneywebDP World sees higher costs with trade partners losing trust
The era during which trading barriers were dropped and there was a free flow of goods is over, said Yuvraj Narayan
BizcommunityRiverstone Wetland Estate secures green certification with major energy savings in sight
Craft Homes’ Riverstone Wetland Estate in Fourways has secured preliminary Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (Edge) certification from the Green Building Council South Africa, placing it among a handful of South African residential developments to achieve the milestone.
BizcommunityiOCO lifts profit 39% as it steps up acquisition-led growth
JSE-listed technology services group iOCO increased profit after tax by 39% to R357m for the year ended 31 July 2026, as improved margins and lower finance costs strengthened its financial performance.
MoneywebWorld’s top copper mine faces strike
After union leaders said wage talks failed to produce an agreement before the midnight deadline.
BizcommunityPublicis reaffirms outlook with 25th quarter of outperformance
Released on Tuesday, 13 October, Publicis’ third-quarter organic growth has topped market expectations, driven by client demand for AI-powered marketing. It also marked the French ad giant’s 25th quarter of outperformance.