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Metair unveils its new aftermarket parts and retail division
20th January 2026 By: Irma Venter

JSE-listed automotive group Metair has finalised the formation of its new aftermarket parts and retail division, in line with the group’s strategy of diversification through the establishment of dedicated business divisions. The new focused... 


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Andru mining receives centenary celebration grey-coloured D8 Caterpillar dozer
Andru mining receives centenary celebration grey-coloured D8 Caterpillar dozer
Updated 24 minutes ago

Mining services company Andru Mining received a new grey-coloured D8 dozer, made by construction and mining equipment company Caterpillar, from industrial equipment company Barloworld Equipment as... 


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Ethiopian Airlines confirms latest phase in its fleet expansion – an order for more Boeing 787s
Updated 35 minutes ago By: Rebecca Campbell

Leading African carrier Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed that it has ordered nine more Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner widebody airliners. These aircraft will be delivered between 2031 and 2033. Ethiopian... 


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South Africa's inflation rate edges up in December, as expected
Updated 1 hour 48 minutes ago By: Reuters

South African inflation rose slightly in December, as expected, but analysts said they still expect the central bank to deliver several interest rate cuts this year as price pressures remain well... 


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South African rand firmer ahead of local inflation data
Updated 3 hours ago By: Reuters

The South African rand edged up in early trade on Wednesday, as traders awaited inflation and retail sales data that will shed light on the country's economic outlook. At 0624 GMT, the rand traded... 


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Nzimande wants STEM activities in early childhood development
20th January 2026 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Professor Blade Nzimande pointed out on Tuesday that as the Department of Basic Education (DBE) increases its focus on early childhood development... 


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SA is one of the top 9 countries that generate their electricity from coal
SA is one of the top 9 countries that generate their electricity from coal
16th January 2026

South Africa is one of the top countries in the world for the amount of electricity it generates from coal. It ranked seventh in 2024, generating just over 200 TWh of coal-powered energy. 2024 is... 


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NWU adopts AI management, governance policy framework
20th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

North-West University (NWU) has adopted an official AI policy to provide a framework for the safe and secure management and governance of AI within the university, says NWU AI Hub director... 


2026 can be South Africa’s year of water resilience, Xylem says
20th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa has the means to address water issues through minor and major actions that can happen on national, local, business and individual levels – in a manner similar to how the country... 


BII provides anchor investment for new landmark $1bn blended finance fund
20th January 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s impact investor and development finance institution, has announced that it will be an anchor investor for the Allianz Credit Emerging Markets (ACE)... 


Competition Commission welcomes ConCourt’s dismissal of Takata application to review competition ruling
20th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The Competition Commission has welcomed the Constitutional Court (ConCourt) order, handed down in December 2025, in which it dismissed, with costs, automotive parts company Takata South Africa’s... 


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Ferrochrome venture’s 2025 output 63% lower, Merafe reports
20th January 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Ferrochrome output from the Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture was 63% lower in 2025 than in 2024, Merafe Resources reported on Tuesday, January 20. Attributable production fell from 301 000 t in 2024... 


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Only 30% of CEOs confident about revenue growth in the next year – survey
20th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Audit and assurance firm PwC's ‘2026 Global CEO Survey’ shows that only three in ten, or 30% of, CEOs say they are confident about revenue growth over the next 12 months, which is down from 38% in... 


SACCI survey respondents positive about prospects for improved trade conditions
SACCI survey respondents positive about prospects for improved trade conditions
20th January 2026

The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (SACCI’s) latest Trade Conditions Survey for December points to ongoing pressure on the back of a subdued domestic economy. However, the... 


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South African rand weakens on risk-off mood, traders await mining data
20th January 2026 By: Reuters

The South African rand was weaker in early trade on Tuesday as forex markets continued to be dominated by "risk-off" sentiment, while domestically focused traders awaited mining data for clues on... 


Sasol appoints Rhidwaan Gasant as nonexecutive director
20th January 2026 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed energy and chemicals company Sasol has appointed Rhidwaan Gasant as independent nonexecutive director with effect from February 1. He satisfies the independence requirements for... 


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Emergency relief funds committed to assist Knysna to alleviate water challenges
20th January 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) plans to avail an emergency relief allocation of R20-million from reprioritised water services infrastructure grants to Knysna municipality, together... 


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Magazine round up | 16 January 2026
Magazine round up | 16 January 2026

A video round up of this week’s magazine, highlighting our cover story, features and Business Leader. 

EGOLI RELOADED
EGOLI RELOADED

Flanked by partially vegetated mine dumps that serve as a visual reminder of the central role that gold once played in the development of Johannesburg, is Qala Shallows, South Africa’s first... 

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The best must be made of South Africa’s fortuitous commodity windfall

South Africa's commodity windfall, according to Old Mutual Investment Group, is expected to seep into the broader economy, boosting banks, retailers and property stocks as stronger prices improve... 

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Danger signs

“We live in a world, in the real world, Jake, that is governed by strength, that is governed by force, that is governed by power. These are the iron laws of the world since the beginning of time,”... 

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Nokwanda Khumalo, GM: Mobility and Convenience at bp Southern Africa
Nokwanda Khumalo

This week we profile Nokwanda Khumalo, GM: Mobility and Convenience at bp Southern Africa, a supplier of fuel, lubricants and energy solutions 

TO-DO LIST
TO-DO LIST

The South African economy is definitely showing signs of recovery. However, there is a long way to go to truly break free from the low-growth shackles created by years of sub-optimal governance,... 

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M and J Mining are leading suppliers of physical support systems as used by the underground mining industry. Our selection of products are not...

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