Ocean economy faces pressure, fragmentation
The Strait of Hormuz remains virtually closed, with effects spreading through the global economy within weeks by disrupting energy flows, raising prices and increasing financial pressure on developing countries, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warns in its second...
Vehicle sales continue strong
New vehicle sales continue to surge in South Africa despite global and regional conflicts, local floods and droughts. The March figure of 58 060 vehicles reflects a 17,3% improvement over March 2025. Brandon Cohen, chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’...
Reputation has a monetary value
Corporate reputation now has measurable value: companies with strong reputations can realize as much as 4,78% in additional annual shareholder returns, creating a global "Reputation Economy" worth an estimated $7,07-trillion, according to a new study from Burson. The...
Gen Z mental health takes a knock
A new analysis of national mental health data, conducted by Cognitive FX, shows that Generation Z adults in the US have experienced a dramatic decline in their self‑reported emotional well‑being over the past six years. The analysis draws on data from the Gallup...
African airlines see increase in passenger demand
During November 2025 African airlines were the stand-out performer for passenger demand, with an 11,2% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity for the region’s carriers was up 8,5% year-on-year, and the load factor (the average percentage of available seats that...
Silver hits record high, could rise more
Silver has hit a record high and it's predicted it could go as high as $200 per ounce. This is the word from Nigel Green CEO of deVere Group, as the metal silver breaks above $90 an ounce for the first time. “Silver moving through $90 marks a decisive shift in market...
South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures
South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...
These are the top future of work trends in 2026
Gartner has revealed nine future of work trends that chief human resource officers (CHROs) will need to address in 2026 and beyond to ensure their organisation achieves its desired talent and business outcomes. “This year’s predictions address significant workplace...
Samsung, Apple push global smartphone sales up
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 2,3% year-over-year (YoY) to 336,3-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q25). Despite the memory...
SMEs hope US tariff rulings will bring relief
Small South African exporters are watching how the the US Supreme Court of Appeals will rule on tariffs, most likely to happen later today. Small South African exporters were hit hard by US tariffs during the last quarter of 2025, according to the SME Export Index...
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MSSPs a critical link in securing the supply chain, mitigating third-party risk
Supply chain attacks are becoming more frequent and increasingly sophisticated, with malicious actors targeting businesses indirectly through their third-party vendors. By Nemanja Krstić, operations manager: managed security services at Galix In South Africa, where...
Crafting a smarter future with AI
Remember when smartphones were just getting smart, and we thought: “Can it get any better than this?” asks Parveen Kumar Jiterwal, chief AI and innovation officer at VFS Global. Well, here we are, standing on the cusp of another revolution - this time with artificial...
Empowering at-risk communities through technology
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What role can AI agents play in technical support?
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Key trends driving the manufacturing sector in 2025
As we look toward 2025, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised for transformation, writes Mark Wilson, chief revenue officer of Syspro. Fuelled by technological advancements, economic growth, and an increasing focus on sustainability, businesses are turning to...
Private sector can slow climate change with smart solar
As global leaders met in Davos for the 2025 World Economic Forum, the United Nations marked its first International Day of Clean Energy on 26 January. While South Africa has experienced less loadshedding over the last year, the country’s coal-based energy mix is...
2025 will redefine how HR leverages AI
2025 will be the year that human resources (HR) professionals will get real about what artificial intelligence (AI) means for their function, with a view towards moving beyond inflated expectations towards considering how AI tools can help them deliver tangible...
Stay ahead of threats with seamless integration
The consequences of a data breach can be catastrophic, both for businesses and their customers, writes Graham Brown, country manager for SA/SADC at Commvault. At the same time, the value of data as a critical business asset is something enterprises need to harness to...
Float partners with Peach Payments
Float, an Africas credit card-linked instalment platform, is partnering with online payment solution provider Peach Payments. Now Peach Payments merchants can instantly integrate Float at checkout, broadening the reach of interest-free monthly instalments to more...
Talk360 signs exclusivity deal with Hayo
Digital solutions provider Hayo has signed an exclusivity deal with calling app provider Talk360 to enable high-quality and affordable international calling for communities across Africa and around the world. Hayo provides competitively-priced, high-performance and...
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