Spaza shops and Stilfontein: Confronting gaps that created the crises
After years of security and oversight gaps, the country needs to reflect on the foodborne crisis and the Stilfontein illegal miner standoff as major inflection points in addressing security and…
Global investors snap up US$3bn of Indian stocks in one week
Foreign funds are returning to the Indian stock market after a massive selloff, amid growing optimism over interest-rate cuts. Overseas investors bought almost US$3 billion of Indian shares on net…
Are BMW drivers really the worst at parking?
When it comes to bad driving practices like tailgating and parking across lines, fingers most often point to BMW drivers. A new study in the UK shows there could be…
PGA Tour Player of Year 2024: Scheffler beats McIlroy, Schauffele to win award
Scottie Scheffler has been voted PGA Tour Player of the Year for a third consecutive season as he comfortably saw off Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele. World No 1 Scheffler,…
Africa’s grassroots voices must be heard
Nicholas Mwangi THE 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, concluded with a contentious agreement to allocate US$300 billion by 2035 to help developing countries mitigate climate change.…
Tanganda’s avocado exports soar, offset by tea and macadamia challenges
Michael Tome Business Writer TANGANDA Tea Company Limited says its export sales grew 39 percent to US$15,1 million in the fiscal year ending September 2024 contributing 59 percent to the…
Reviving the spirit of togetherness . . . lessons from nostalgic Christmases for modern business success
Timothy Pemba Christmas has always held a special place in the hearts of many, not merely as a time of celebration, but as a period steeped in tradition, family unity,…
Gold holds advance as traders count down to US inflation figures
Gold held a three-day advance as traders prepared for US inflation data that will help determine whether the Federal Reserve cuts or holds rates next week at its final meeting…
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series 2,8 diesel now available with manual gearbox
The Land Cruiser LC70 range received some significant upgrades earlier in 2024, chief among them being the option of Toyota’s 2,8-litre turbodiesel engine across the bakkie and SUV range. However…
The real aspects of entrepreneurship
Dr Keen Mhlanga Entrepreneurship has emerged as a cornerstone of modern economies, acting not only as a catalyst for innovation but also as a powerful vehicle for social change. At…











