BusinessTechHome Affairs U-turns on asylum seeker directive as social unrest in South Africa turns violent
The Department of Home Affairs has temporarily withdrawn its internal operational instructions on how to handle asylum-seeker applications.
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BusinessTechBusinessTechXiaomi launches Robot Vacuum 6 series in South Africa
Xiaomi has introduced its three Robot Vacuum 6 models in South Africa, bringing game-changing cleaning, navigation, and automation features to the local market.
BusinessTechSocial unrest in South Africa turns to violence and looting, and Helen Zille hit with criminal case
Here are 5 important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Friday, 9 October 2026.
BusinessTechIndustry Insights presented by BCX – new podcast series coming soon
The Industry Insights podcast series is a must-watch for any South African business decision-maker.
BusinessTechThe rural municipality with the lowest prices for groceries in South Africa
As of the end of September 2026, this municipality in KwaZulu-Natal remains the cheapest among South Africa’s major metros and towns for groceries.
BusinessTechAbsa director resigns with immediate effect
Alpheus Mangale has resigned as an independent non-executive director of Absa, effective immediately.
BusinessTechCut petrol prices in South Africa by R5.25 per litre immediately
The AA says the RAF Levy needs to be scrapped, and National Treasury must provide more relief, as drivers stare down the highest fuel prices in history.
BusinessTechNew flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg
Airlink has announced a new flight route between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
BusinessTechEnterprises University of Pretoria: Business solutions. Academic credibility
In today’s rapidly evolving world of work, continuous learning has become increasingly important for individuals and organisations seeking to remain competitive, relevant and future-ready.
BusinessTechMajor South African bank ranks higher than Samsung, Nike, and Chanel as one of the best companies in the world
Several South African companies have been named among the best in the world in a new Forbes ranking.
BusinessTechSiemens, Philips and GE in hot water in South Africa
Meditech giants in South Africa have been referred to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution.
BusinessTechGovernment clarifies job laws for refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa
The Department of Labour has addressed the false claims on social media regarding refugees and asylum seekers.
BusinessTechSouth Africa sinks in new global ranking
South Africa ranks 87th globally for economic freedom, according to an index by the Free Market Foundation.
BusinessTechR344 petrol price pain for South Africa
The price of petrol in South Africa has skyrocketed over the past year, adding almost R9 per litre to the cost of filling up.
BusinessTechBusiness Talk – AVBOB Group CEO Eugene Strauss on evolving the company beyond funeral insurance
Eugene Strauss is the Chief Executive Officer of AVBOB Group and an over 25-year veteran of the finance industry.
BusinessTechWoolworths buying its biggest supplier of 30 years, earning over R5 billion a year
Woolworths has announced that all regulatory processes have been completed in the acquisition of one of its largest longtime suppliers.
BusinessTechCoca-Cola paying over R250 million to try stop service delivery collapse in South Africa
Coca-Cola and water sector leaders in South Africa have pledged a total of R500 million to prop up water infrastructure.
BusinessTechEnd of an era for popular South African tech giant that started in a garage 17 years ago
South African accommodation and hospitality platform LekkeSlaap has been acquired by a consortium of leading local investors, with its co-founders exiting the business.
BusinessTechUnited States issues warning over social unrest in South Africa
The United States has issued a security warning over reports of looting and violence in South Africa.
BusinessTechNew BEE rules in South Africa set aside
New BEE rules for the legal profession have been set aside—but the fight is likely to continue.
BusinessTechEnd of spam calls in South Africa
The National Consumer Commission has launched a new system designed to combat spam calls and direct marketing in South Africa.