SA’s minibus taxi industry has lessons for policymakers
Drivers, marshals, operators, and commuters possess practical knowledge that could improve SA's approach to transport reform.
Spekboom is nutritious, water‑wise and edible
So why aren’t more South Africans eating it?
The UN says carbon removal is necessary
Who will cover the cost?
SA may reach its emissions targets, but are they too easy?
Critics warn an unambitious emissions path risks undermining access to international finance and increasing exposure to carbon-related trade costs.
Sassa: Long queues, broken toilets and no service after lunchtime
People have to make repeat visits to get help at the Umlazi Sassa office.
Kenya’s $14bn housing push faces financing strain
Funding shortages have stalled 176 projects and threaten cost overruns across Kenya’s ambitious affordable housing programme.
Old school voice brokers face automation in $4trn FX market
With most spot FX already traded electronically, exchanges are racing to bring the more manual swaps market into the digital age.
SIU asked to investigate farm worker equity schemes
Nearly R700m was disbursed to equity schemes. Most of them have failed.
Anglo American IFN initiative links entrepreneurs to R1.8bn in capital
New partnerships aim to improve access to capital for businesses.
Ghana International Bank eyes US market as Africa appetite grows
As critical minerals climb the US agenda, the lender sees an opportunity to help navigate bankable projects in Africa.