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What South Africa’s new labour law changes could mean for youth employment

Recent adjustments proposed in the Labour Relations Amendment Bill 2025 are sparking debate about the balance between worker protection and job creation. The changes aim to simplify dismissal procedures, provide greater flexibility for small businesses, and extend protections to workers in the gig economy. Youth employment specialist Nkosinathi Mahlangu explains…

9 Mar 3PM 10 min

Santam expands globally with Lloyd’s market entry

South Africa’s largest short-term insurer is stepping onto the global stage after receiving approval to underwrite business in the UK through its new Santam Syndicate 1918 at Lloyd’s of London. Santam has committed around R2.2 billion in capital as part of its FutureFit 2030 strategy, aimed at increasing international diversification…

9 Mar 3PM 10 min

Leadership change at African Bank and what it means for the sector

African Bank has entered a new chapter after CEO Kennedy Bungane stepped down with immediate effect, with veteran banker Zweli Manyathi appointed to lead the lender during its next phase of consolidation. Analyst Khaya Sithole joins KayaBiz to unpack what the leadership shift could signal for the bank’s strategy, how…

9 Mar 3PM 11 min

Banking sector outlook and FNB’s strong financial results

South Africa’s largest banks are navigating a challenging economic environment shaped by global volatility, rising competition in digital finance, and shifting consumer behaviour. Yet the latest results from FirstRand Limited show continued momentum, with normalised earnings rising 11% to R23.2 billion and return on equity exceeding 21%. On KayaBiz, FNB…

9 Mar 3PM 11 min

INSIDE YOUR POCKET: Middle East Conflict and Its Local Economic Impact

Debt expert Dehan Scherman from National Debt Advisors warned that rising global oil prices could quickly translate into higher fuel, transport and food costs for South African households

5 Mar 3PM 10 min

What SA Retail Spending Trends Reveal About Consumers

Consumer panel expert Lané Klopper from NIQ South Africa unpacked how South Africans spent R683 billion on FMCG goods in 2025, with growth in traditional trade and smaller basket shopping reflecting financial pressure.

5 Mar 2PM 12 min

WEALTH CREATION: Can Higher TFSA Limits Boost Wealth Creation?

Financial advisor and ETF strategist Nerina Visser discussed how the increased Tax-Free Savings Account limit could help South Africans grow long-term wealth through compound growth and tax-free investment returns.

5 Mar 2PM 22 min

MultiChoice to Shut Down Showmax

MultiChoice has announced it will close Showmax after years of heavy investment and mounting losses. Business writer Mudiwa Gavaza explained the move reflects challenges in Africa’s streaming economics, rising content costs and strategic shifts under new ownership. MultiChoice to Shut Down Showmax: MultiChoice has announced it will close Showmax after…

5 Mar 2PM 26 min

FirstRand Posts Strong Results Amid Tough Economy

FirstRand delivered an 11% rise in normalised earnings to R23.2 billion for the six months to December 2025. CEO Mary Vilakazi said the performance was driven by solid momentum across FNB, RMB and WesBank, with diversified growth supporting returns.

5 Mar 2PM 13 min

Cashbuild reports solid headline earnings growth

With revenue rising 3% to R6.3 billion, headline earnings per share surging 18%, and interim dividends up 21%, Cashbuild has delivered resilient results in a South African DIY and home improvement market still shaped by cautious consumer spending, rising living costs, and slow construction activity. Despite economic headwinds, the group…

5 Mar 12PM 6 min

INSIDE YOUR BUSINESS: How small steps build big businesses

In an economic environment where many businesses are chasing disruption, Graham Mitchell’s message is almost counterintuitive. After working with more than 180 South African companies with combined revenues exceeding R15 billion, Mitchell argues that the real driver of sustainable business growth is not innovation alone, but disciplined execution. He joins…

4 Mar 3PM 13 min

Ekasinomics: Township Economy Under Pressure: Red Tape, Growth Barriers and the Future of Informal Business in SA

South Africa’s township economy remains one of the country’s most important but often under-discussed economic engines, supporting thousands of small businesses, informal traders, and family-owned enterprises that provide essential goods, services, and employment opportunities. Yet many township businesses continue to operate in a challenging environment shaped by regulatory red tape,…

4 Mar 12PM 23 min

Africa’s energy future: Power expansion vs Payment system collapse

At this year’s Africa Energy Indaba in Cape Town currently underway, the conversation around Africa’s energy future is not just about how much electricity can be generated, but how it will be paid for, transmitted and sustained. South Africa alone faces a R450-billion transmission grid expansion challenge, even as electricity…

4 Mar 12PM 12 min

Travel insurance in times of war

As conflict escalates between the United States, Israel and Iran, global travel routes through the Middle East have been disrupted, with flights rerouted or cancelled and knock-on effects hitting hotels, tour operators and business travel worldwide. For South Africa’s travel and insurance sectors, this moment is more than a geopolitical…

4 Mar 12PM 11 min

Brand Power Surge in Banking, Telecoms

According to the latest global brand valuation data, the total value of the world’s top 150 telecoms brands now stands at $741.8 billion in 2026. On the other hand, global banking brand value has climbed to $1.8 trillion in 2026, marking five consecutive years of growth. Jeremy Sampson, Chairman, Brand…

4 Mar 12PM 15 min

Discovery delivers strong interim performance

Guest: Hylton Kallner Discovery today announced strong financial results for the six months ended 31 December 2025, delivering robust growth across both its operational composites – Discovery South Africa and the global Vitality composite – and advancing well ahead of its five year growth ambition. The period reflects the powerful…

3 Mar 2PM 9 min

TECH & INNOVATION: Cell C - Business Launch

Cell C Business is re-entering the B2B ICT market with a bold repositioning campaign titled “Nothing Should Stop Your Business”.Farhad Suleman, Managing Executive - Cell C Business provides deeper insight into the stunt activation and its strategic intent, and the broader campaign context.

3 Mar 2PM 13 min

A transformational year as Nedbank positions for growth

Nedbank’s latest results reflect a three-part story of transformation, resilience and measured growth, delivered in an environment where economic recovery remains fragile but opportunity is slowly improving. Headline earnings rose 2% to R17.2 billion, return on equity remained solid at 15.4%, and the bank now serves 8 million clients for…

3 Mar 2PM 6 min

King V, governance risk and access to capital for SMEs

King V is no longer just a governance code for listed giants, it is fast becoming a credibility test for every board that claims to apply it. As capital tightens and lenders scrutinise risk more closely, “apply and explain” is shifting from a compliance exercise to a legal and financial…

3 Mar 2PM 12 min

Shoprite: 2026 interim financial results

Shoprite has delivered 7.1% revenue growth to R138.9 billion and 7.9% growth in diluted headline earnings per share to 708.9 cents, despite trading in an environment of near-zero internal price inflation (0.7%) and even deflation during the festive season, highlighting the group’s strategy of driving sales through customer affordability, volume…

3 Mar 2PM 5 min