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SolarAfrica achieves financial close on R1.8bn solar project in Northern Cape

SolarAfrica achieves financial close on R1.8bn solar project in Northern Cape

By Siphelele Dludla | Published 5m ago

Rather than adhering to a one-to-one wheeling system, whereby a single generation plant supplies energy to only one off-taker, SolarAfrica will facilitate a one-to-many approach.

China's Alibaba to invest $50bn in AI, cloud computing

By AFP | Published 1h ago

In a landmark move following Jack Ma's meeting with President Xi Jinping, Chinese tech giant Alibaba announces its largest-ever technology investment of R921 billion, focusing on artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure. This strategic shift comes as Chinese tech stocks experience a remarkable revival, signalling a potential end to the sector's regulatory challenges.

China's Alibaba to invest $50bn in AI, cloud computing

China's Alibaba to invest $50bn in AI, cloud computing

Gemfields rebounds with $4.8 million emerald auction amidst market challenges

By Tawanda Karombo | Published 1h ago

Gemfields rebounds with $4.8 million emerald auction amidst market challenges

State steps in to regulate healthcare tariffs to cut medical sector size

By Banele Ginindza | Published 3h ago

State steps in to regulate healthcare tariffs to cut medical sector size

Bulls&Bears: Offshore opportunities hidden by muted local growth expectations

By Opinion | Published 6h ago

Bulls&Bears: Offshore opportunities hidden by muted local growth expectations

African data sovereignty and the challenge of Northern perspectives

By Pali Lehohla | Published 7h ago

African data sovereignty and the challenge of Northern perspectives

Prosus to acquire Just Eat Takeaway.com for €4.1bn: A new era in food delivery

By Edward West | Published 7h ago

Prosus to acquire Just Eat Takeaway.com for €4.1bn: A new era in food delivery

Cosatu calls for progressive Budget alternatives ahead of March 12 Parliament return

By Opinion | Published 7h ago

Cosatu calls for progressive Budget alternatives ahead of March 12 Parliament return

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South Africa braces for revamped CPI amid rising staple food costs

By Banele Ginindza | Published 8h ago

South Africa braces for revamped CPI amid rising staple food costs

South Africa braces for revamped CPI amid rising staple food costs

JSE recovers as Budget Speech postponement signals GNU strength - Chris Harmse

By Chris Harmse | Published 9h ago

JSE recovers as Budget Speech postponement signals GNU strength - Chris Harmse

JSE recovers as Budget Speech postponement signals GNU strength - Chris Harmse

Steinhoff’s three-step accounting trick helped it fudge furniture deals to manipulate billions

By BR Reporter | Published 10h ago

Steinhoff’s three-step accounting trick helped it fudge furniture deals to manipulate billions

Steinhoff’s three-step accounting trick helped it fudge furniture deals to manipulate billions

SA economic recovery requires spending cuts, not VAT hikes, says economist Nicky Weimar

By Philippa Larkin | Published 11h ago

SA economic recovery requires spending cuts, not VAT hikes, says economist Nicky Weimar

SA economic recovery requires spending cuts, not VAT hikes, says economist Nicky Weimar

World Bank urges South Africa to enhance public spending efficiency for inclusive growth

By Siphelele Dludla | Published 11h ago

World Bank urges South Africa to enhance public spending efficiency for inclusive growth

World Bank urges South Africa to enhance public spending efficiency for inclusive growth

Sibanye-Stillwater shares plunge nearly 7% as losses narrow but no dividend declared

By Tawanda Karombo | Published 12h ago

Sibanye-Stillwater shares plunge nearly 7% as losses narrow but no dividend declared

Sibanye-Stillwater shares plunge nearly 7% as losses narrow but no dividend declared

South Africa nears exit from FATF Grey List by October 2025

By Edward West | Published 22h ago

South Africa nears exit from FATF Grey List by October 2025

South Africa nears exit from FATF Grey List by October 2025

Buffett’s Berkshire posts record profit on insurance, investments

By Reuters | Published 23h ago

Buffett’s Berkshire posts record profit on insurance, investments

Buffett’s Berkshire posts record profit on insurance, investments

JSE-listed Altvest shares drop 9% following historic bitcoin investment

By Philippa Larkin | Published Feb 23, 2025

JSE-listed Altvest shares drop 9% following historic bitcoin investment

JSE-listed Altvest shares drop 9% following historic bitcoin investment

Dis-Chem says February retail growth continued

By Edward West | Published Feb 23, 2025

Dis-Chem says February retail growth continued

Dis-Chem says February retail growth continued

Government promises action to save steel jobs as Amsa moves to wind down operations

By Siphelele Dludla | Published Feb 23, 2025

Government promises action to save steel jobs as Amsa moves to wind down operations

Government promises action to save steel jobs as Amsa moves to wind down operations

South Africa welcomes first Chinese tourists under new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

By Siphelele Dludla | Published Feb 23, 2025

South Africa welcomes first Chinese tourists under new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

South Africa welcomes first Chinese tourists under new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

Beyond big business: SMEs as South Africa's tax base solution

By Opinion | Published Feb 23, 2025

Beyond big business: SMEs as South Africa's tax base solution

Beyond big business: SMEs as South Africa's tax base solution

Mineworker dies from seismic event at Harmony Gold’s Mponeng mine

By Siphelele Dludla | Published Feb 23, 2025

Mineworker dies from seismic event at Harmony Gold’s Mponeng mine

Mineworker dies from seismic event at Harmony Gold’s Mponeng mine

Historic GNU Budget delay: a turning point for South African politics

By Opinion | Published Feb 23, 2025

Historic GNU Budget delay: a turning point for South African politics

Historic GNU Budget delay: a turning point for South African politics

Proposed VAT increase could push South Africans deeper into debt crisis

By Ashley Lechman | Published Feb 23, 2025

Proposed VAT increase could push South Africans deeper into debt crisis

Proposed VAT increase could push South Africans deeper into debt crisis

Exploring alternative revenue strategies amid South Africa’s economic challenges

By Sizwe Dlamini | Published Feb 22, 2025

Exploring alternative revenue strategies amid South Africa’s economic challenges

Exploring alternative revenue strategies amid South Africa’s economic challenges