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Business Watch — 150 episodes
Business Watch - 17 Ju '26
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MISA backs Jetour’s local manufacturing plans as Rosslyn plant deal signals jobs boost
Reserve Bank likely to hold rates as Iran conflict impact seen as temporary
SACCI Business Confidence Index dips amid market pressures
SARB flags Iran conflict as inflation risk but keeps outlook stable
PEP expands lay-by service with community-driven Buddy initiative
Eskom diesel spend drops nearly 90% amid power system improvements
Astron Energy Reaches 700th Rebranded Site as National Rollout Nears Completion
Johnson & Johnson signs agreement with Correctional Services to strengthen mental health care in prisons
Germany Commits R3.84 Billion Climate Loan to Support South Africa’s Energy Transition
Brahman Hills unveils luxury 5-star villas in major Midlands expansion
Bolobedu Solar Farm begins supplying power to national grid
Learner entrepreneurs showcase community-driven business ideas at Hammarsdale Demo Day
Fuel Price Mechanism Under Review as Government Extends Relief Measures
Boxer supports SAPS and Umlazi community through Victim Friendly Facility upgrade
WomX Report Finds Psychological Barriers Hindering Growth of Women-Owned Businesses
Durban-based MultiSearch Recruitment marks over three decades of connecting talent to business
HelloChoice launches Multi-Wallets to expand funding access for smallholder farmers
Transnet rail volumes increase but remain below target amid ongoing constraints
SARB maintains the repo rate
Ramokgopa outlines plan to eliminate load reduction with smart meter rollout
Development Bank of Southern Africa Secures R23 Billion for Bulk Water Projects
Giwusa calls for drastic repo rate cut ahead of SARB decision
Treasury unveils R54bn metro reform incentive to boost service delivery
Department reassures SA of stable fuel supply despite global volatility
Ramaphosa Says Efficient Transport Is Key to Economic Growth and Regional Integration
Economist Warns of Cost Pressure on SA Households and Businesses
Dairy Industry Warns of Milk Shortages and Job Losses Amid Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak
SA Home Loans Foundation launches Shining Schools initiative to support five schools with R500 000 funding
GDP growth not enough for what's needed
World Bank backs R160bn infrastructure funding initiative
Cyril Ramaphosa Highlights Shared Growth and Poverty Reduction Goals During Brazil State Visit
Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa appoint Melissa Dempster as CEO amid retail expansion
Pick n Pay clothing launches on asap! delivery app
Global ocean economy summit set for Durban later this month
BASF expands Durban dispersions plant as it marks 60 years in South Africa
Prince Buthelezi Mall set to open in Empangeni at end of April
Netcare earns Top Employer 2026 global certification
Hirsch’s marks 47 years from Durban repair shop to national retail chain
Boxer Superstores launches Digital Kick-Start Programme
Sin tax, TFSA and personal income tax - Quick picks from the 2026 Budget Speech
Budget Speech 2026 - Spotlight on illicit trade and potential sin tax increases
Enoch Godongwana to Deliver Budget Speech as Optimism Grows for Economy
Economist expects limited tax and spending changes in National Budget Speech
Experts Do Not Expect Changes to Personal Income Tax in 2026 Budget
Government welcomes STASSA survey as unemployment drops and jobs rise
Comments open for SARB’s proposal to scrap the prime lending rate
Danone Southern Africa tops national healthy food environment assessment
IMF says public debt and lagging policy reforms are holding South Africa back
Standard Bank offers streamlined smart ID applications
South Africa sets $15.1bn agricultural export record despite global trade pressure
Shoprite reaches 100 solar installations in renewable energy milestone
Reddam House Ballito joins Fibre Circle national recycling programme
Takealot Expands TakealotNOW On-Demand Delivery Service to Durban
Durban–Réunion air link aims to boost tourism and regional connectivity
Durban business confidence jumps sharply in fourth quarter of 2025
Wakefields reports renewed confidence in the KZN property market
FNB Connect launches eco-friendly SIM cards to cut plastic waste
Standard Bank warns rental prices remain inflation risk
Retail trade sales rise 3.5% year-on-year in November
FNB Sees Scope for Rates to Hold as Inflation Pressures Ease
Meat prices surge 12.2% year on year as foot and mouth disease disrupts supply
SARB doubles down on new 3% inflation target
IMF Projects Steady but Modest Growth for South Africa
Vector Logistics Named a Top Employer for 2026
Santam ranked fifth among South Africa’s top employers for ninth consecutive year
EU removes South Africa from high-risk jurisdictions list
Brahman Hills launches 5-star Premium Signature Villas
Airlink moves to market European codeshare flights
Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm early merger talks
Naamsa data shows strongest new-vehicle sales in over a decade
Coca-Cola SA Seeks 100 Entrepreneurs for Nationwide Distribution Programme
Civil Confidence Index hits 11-year high in fourth quarter
Fuel price cuts offer transport sector relief
Fuel Prices Set to Drop from Midnight, Petrol Below R21 for First Time Since 2022
Bad start to 2026 as Transalloys warns of possible large-scale retrenchments
IFA Hotels & Resorts Sets Out Zimbali Vision 2030 to Transform KZN’s North Coast
A Handful of Musina Farmers Grow Every Tomato Behind South Africa’s All Gold Sauce
Midlands Mall celebrates multiple awards and community recognition
IMF Warns South Africa Faces Risk of Stagnation Despite Signs of Economic Resilience
KZN premier unveils five-year financial recovery plan to restore fiscal stability
Inside the Home of Toughees - 4 Million School Shoes, One Small KZN Village
Joekels Marks 31 Years with Shoprite Supplier of the Year 2025 Honour
Regent Business School Launches SA’s First Business Intelligence Accounting Degree
Hirsch’s Marks Most Successful Month in History
Mr Price Foundation Opens PRP Applications as Youth Development Drive Expands
Estcourt Freight Village Set to Transform South Africa’s Transport Corridor
DUT Students Take Part in BRICS Skills Finals
South Africa recorded a preliminary trade balance surplus of 15.6-billion rand in October
Eskom Welcomes Licence Approval for SA Wholesale Electricity Market Launch
Skyy Aviation Crowned Top Training Academy
Tiger Brands Posts Solid Full-Year Performance
Krispy Kreme SA marks a decade of growth and expansion
G20 Declaration Sets Global Priorities on Growth Resilience and Development
North-West University Business School professor backs SARB rate cut
SARB cuts repo rate by 25 basis points
Consumers Still Under Pressure Despite Improved Sentiment
Beekman Group launches San Martinho Vila Azul in Mozambique
Rate Cut expected this week
R200m Funding Deal to Boost Rim-Alloy Manufacturing in Richards Bay
Dube Cargo Terminal Records 7% Growth in Airfreight Throughput
Serco Expands Operations Amid Challenging Economic Climate
South Africa Secures R15.91‑Billion World Bank Boost for Metro Services
FNB Retains Title as South Africa’s Best Digital Bank
Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital unveils upgraded Emergency Unit
Cindy Norcott Launches The Weight of Hope, Donating Book Proceeds to the Robin Hood Foundation
Master Builders KZN honours construction excellence at annual awards
Tiger Brands empowers township and rural entrepreneurs through new enterprise development initiative
Walmart launches first African store and plans expansion
Shoprite launches R1-million competition to grow community food gardens across South Africa
Ramaphosa urges deeper South Africa–Switzerland cooperation for sustainable growth
Steel sector woes deepen as ArcelorMittal retrenchments spark legal battle
South Africa’s Exit from FATF Grey List Seen as Milestone for Financial Integrity and Institutional Reform
Pick n Pay posts steady progress as turnaround gains traction in H1 FY26 results
MANCOSA Marks 30 Years of Transformative Education
KZN Aims to Secure Over R90 Billion at Provincial Investment Conference
Luxury Living Soars as Zimbali Lakes Achieves Record-Breaking Sales
Pick n Pay integrates Ticketpro sales at store tills
Government to Invest R2.2-Trillion in Energy Transformation Strategy
South Africa’s retail sales climb 2.3% in August, with hardware and clothing stores leading growth
Standard Bank Report Reveals R1 Trillion Township Informal Economy Driving Millions of Jobs Across South Africa
Pick n Pay Marks International E-Waste Day with 124-Tonne Recycling Milestone and National School Campaign
PEP and CANSA Partner to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness Through Pink Towel Initiative
Boxer Opens State-of-the-Art Tongaat Distribution Centre to Serve 200 KZN Stores
Air France Extends Direct Cape Town-Paris Route to May 2026 Following Unprecedented Demand
Transnet outlines path to profitability amid operational challenges
Discovery Green Signs 20-Year Renewable Energy Deal to Power Glencore’s Coal Mines
SEACOM and SENTECH partner to boost SMMEs in South Africa
JBDevProp launches Kairos luxury eco-condo development in Botha’s Hill
Nu Metro to Relaunch Cinemas at Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Formal Sector Sheds 80,000 Jobs in Second Quarter of 2025
Langeberg Foods to Reopen Ashton Factory Under New Ownership from 1 October
Durban Secures Engage Trade Africa 2025, Driving Continental Trade Links
Boxer Marks Milestone with 550th Store Opening in KwaMashu
Brahman Hills’ Healing Earth Spa Crowned Spa of the Year at Global Destination Deluxe Awards
South32 Hillside Aluminium concludes first five-year wage deal
Boxer Hosts Farmers Day in Ndwedwe to Equip Local Growers for Retail Supply
SARB holds repo rate steady at 7.00% despite strong GDP growth
Durban to Host Africa’s Travel Indaba from 2026
Zeta Laboratories Teams Up with Shoprite to Make Essential Toiletries Affordable for Millions
Pick n Pay shine at SA Loyalty Awards
Hostex 2026 opens SMME Pavilion to boost small business growth
Mathe Group extracts clean steel from tyres for export
Government hails Walmart investment as vote of confidence in South Africa
Iconic Walmart to Open First Stores in South Africa This Year
Woolworths Expands Next-Gen Store Strategy with Ballito Food Market Launch
Murray & Roberts secures an additional R80-million in business rescue funding
Serco’s Quick-Draw Curtain-Sider System Enhances Fleet Efficiency
Toys R Us South Africa Expands Through Acquisition of 13 Toy Zone Stores