Minister’s Decision To Dissolve SA Tourism Board Raises Governance Red Flags

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

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.

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.

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…

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.