Business
ANC provinces want to have a say in local mines
As the ANC sits for its national executive committee lekgotla this weekend, a significant push is expected from several provinces to decentralise control of...
Germany’s nuclear U-turn raises question for Africa’s energy transition
When Germany’s new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, publicly acknowledged that the country’s nuclear phase-out was a “strategic mistake”, it marked more than a domestic policy...
German retailer happy to become part of Mr Price Group
German-based clothing retailer Niedrig Kalkuliert Discount (NKD) Group has expressed joy at becoming part of South African retail giant Mr Price.
Alexander Schmökel, NKD Group...
Truworths UK division shows gains while retailer’s African branch struggles
Strong growth at Truworths’ Office UK has assisted in Truworths International growth during a difficult trading period as pressure on South African consumers continued...
Nissan ends South African production by selling Pretoria plant to Chery
Japanese carmaker Nissan has agreed to sell its South African plant in Rosslyn, Pretoria, to Chery SA after nearly 60 years of operating the...
South Africa gets first solar powered charging station for electric trucks
South Africa’s transition to low-carbon transport reached a critical milestone this month when the first electric truck in the country was successfully charged using...
DRC offers critical mineral deals to US investors
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has taken a decisive step that could reshape the global critical minerals landscape. On January 20 2026, Kinshasa...
Why East Africa tops Africa’s 2026 economic projections
The UN expects East Africa to lead Africa’s growth in 2026, powered by Ethiopia’s reform push and Kenya’s diversified economy. Big infrastructure bets are...
Black Friday boosts Clicks Group sales as competitors pile pressure with...
Clicks Group has reported higher turnover in the first 20 weeks of its 2026 financial year, pushed by pharmacy sales as competition and supply...
Investors urged to trade cautiously as ArcelorMittal continues talks with IDC
Steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) confirmed ongoing engagements with the ArcelorMittal Group and Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) aimed at finding a long-term and...
