Aug 12, 2024
As far as electronic waste in South Africa goes, the work has only just begun. Fortunately, key players like E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) are making strides in this area, as shown by their recently released 2023 Annual Report. Responsible for processing 22% of...
Aug 8, 2024
August is Women’s Month in South Africa, which is an opportunity to commemorate advances made in respect of women’s rights, and to draw attention to gaps remaining in terms of gender equality and female inclusion in society. The theme of the 2024...
Aug 6, 2024
The recent cancellation of the swimming portion of a practice run for the Olympic triathlon due to concerns about water quality in the Seine River has highlighted the critical need for real-time water quality monitoring. The decision, influenced by weather-related...
Aug 6, 2024
For South Africans, navigating the international finance system can feel incredibly complex, particularly when it comes to transferring money or making payments across borders. By Harry Scherzer, CEO of FutureForex Every international transaction involving the...
Aug 5, 2024
The South African debit order landscape has undergone significant transformations to enhance security and efficiency. Central to this evolution was the introduction of the DebiCheck debit order system. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) dictated the implementation...
Aug 5, 2024
With the 1 September implementation deadline looming, South Africa’s ‘two-pot’ retirement reform is fast coming to the boil. However, while President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to sign the new Pension Funds Amendment Bill in the coming weeks, for...
