City Power has found most of the recent outages linked to cases of vandalism and theft as we investigate possible coordinated attacks on critical electricity infrastructure. The entity is intensifying its security and law enforcement response in Roodepoort following the arrest of two suspects in connection with the vandalism of critical electricity infrastructure at the…
City Power is relaunching its social compact with customers through a sustained programme of regional Electricity Imbizos, creating a more direct and meaningful platform for communities to raise concerns, engage with the organisation and work together on solutions to electricity service delivery challenges. The first Imbizo will take place in Alexandra on Tuesday, 18 August…
The Standard Bank Group delivered a solid performance for the six months ended 30 June 2026, reporting record headline earnings of R26.1 billion, up 10% period-on-period, and a higher return on equity (ROE) of 19.8%. This is comfortably within the Group’s 2028 ROE target range of 18% to 22%. The Group remains focused on delivering…
This Women’s Month, University Kick Start Takes the Conversation About Careers to Campuses Nationwide as students prepare for the transition from campus to the workplace Women’s Month is a time to remember the significance of women’s contribution to South Africa’s progress – and to consider how the next generation will shape the country’s future. It…
South Africa’s construction industry has made progress in creating opportunities for women, but much more needs to be done to achieve meaningful transformation and unlock the full value that women can bring to the sector. With women accounting for only approximately 10% to 11% of the construction workforce, there is significant scope to open more…
Following the strong customer response to the 99c bread offering, FNB and Boxer today announced plans to deepen their strategic partnership, reaffirming a shared commitment to helping South Africans stretch their budgets further through meaningful rewards, greater financial inclusion, and practical everyday value. South African consumers continue to face financial pressure, with the rising cost…
Franchising is fast emerging as a powerful catalyst for economic growth, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion across the African continent. In a rapidly evolving business environment, the sector is demonstrating resilience and adaptability, offering scalable opportunities for small business owners while strengthening value chains across industries. “Franchising is playing a critical role in formalising informal economies,…
balance profitability, resilience, and long-term sustainability. Despite strong momentum, the sector still faces challenges, including regulatory inconsistencies, infrastructure constraints, and limited access to tailored financing in certain markets. Addressing these barriers will require coordinated efforts between governments, private sector players, and financial institutions. Franchising represents a significant opportunity to unlock inclusive growth across Africa through…
South Africa’s domestic and care work sector plays a vital role in keeping households and families functioning, yet the people working in it are often undervalued and the industry itself remains largely misunderstood. For Lindiwe Shibambo, founder of Maid4U, changing this perception has been a central part of her entrepreneurial journey since establishing the business…
