BHP abandons bid after Anglo refuses more talks
BHP Group failed to make a firm offer for Anglo American before Wednesday’s (May 29) deadline, walking away for now from what would have been the biggest mining deal in…
Mercedes launches first electric truck range in South Africa
In a bold electric move, Daimler Trucks South Africa has announced its first fully battery-electric range of trucks. The Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 (4×2 and 6×2 rigid) along with a truck…
A car that can prevent road rage?!! GM’s patent wants to calm you down or take over
Road rage is widely perceived to be getting more prevalent and dangerous the world over, but the solutions to this scourge are not always clear cut. But now it appears…
New Ford Territory makes a good case for itself, but the competition is fierce
It is heartening to see that Ford has added the Territory family midsize SUV into their offerings giving blue oval aficionados an alternative to their traditional bakkie and Everest offerings.…
BMW Concept Skytop shows brand still capable of creating alluring cars
In recent years BMW has been accused of producing cars that are somewhat less than attractive. The M4, XM, and 7 Series are perhaps the most spoken about examples of…
Five of the world’s most dangerous exercises you should avoid
Getting in shape and becoming fit through regular exercise is a great way to improve both your physical and mental health. However, some exercises can be dangerous if performed incorrectly.…
‘Forex access glitches will drive dollarisation’
Golden Sibanda LIMITED access to foreign currency needed for key imports will fast-track the domestic economy’s transition into full dollarisation, captains of industry and economic analysts say, as forex seekers…
Sneakers trends to look out for this season
Long gone are the days when sneakers were simply gym wear. Sneakers have become a part of most people’s wardrobe and a footwear staple to complete just about any look.…
AfDB cuts Zim’s 2024 growth forecast to 2pc
. . . El Niño, low commodity prices takes toll Enacy Mapakame The African Development Bank (AfDB) has lowered its 2024 growth forecast for Zimbabwe citing below-average agricultural output due…
What a world growing older fast means for investing
Idanna Appio spent 15 years at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York analysing the history of sovereign debt crises. Now, as a fund manager at the US$138 billion First…











