'Liberation Day' tariffs paused by Trump, but not for China

Ashley Lechman|Published

The US President said that he would be pausing all tariffs imposed on various nations that he announced last week, however, doubled down on China's tariffs and announced a ...

Political tensions rise as Budget narrowly passes with VAT Hike, set to be challenged in court

Ashley Lechman|Published

The Government of National Unity faces its biggest test as the narrowly-passed National Budget with its controversial VAT increase sparks political tension. With ...

What the world said about Trump's tariffs

AFP|Published

The Flag of the United States of America. Here are international reactions so far regarding US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Trump's trade war: South Africa's unwanted casualty?

Dr Ernst van Biljon|Published

The sheer scale of the disparities, with some countries facing near-50% tariffs, signals a potential for major trade disruption.

Rand nosedives to 1-month low amid budget turmoil and political uncertainty

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The rand has depreciated to R18. 78 against the US dollar, reaching its lowest point since February as Parliament narrowly passes the controversial budget with a ...

Cosatu calls for amendment to Budget, slams proposed VAT hike

Ashley Lechman|Published

Parliamentary finance committees met to discuss South Africa's economic policies, with COSATU strongly opposing the proposed VAT increase that they argue will harm ...

NEASA slams Labour Department over 'aggressive' audit practices

Ashley Lechman|Published

The National Employers' Association of South Africa has raised serious concerns over aggressive audit practices by firms appointed by the Department of Employment ...

Workplace Transformation Driven by Hybrid Working in 2024

Staff Reporter|Updated

Hybrid working has become a desired working approach for employers and their staff, rather than only a temporary solution to the pandemic not just in South Africa, ...

Experience a better work-life balance with Regus

Staff Reporter|Updated

A better work-life balance is one of the biggest advantages of hybrid working. Hybrid workers can spend more time with their families, engaging in hobbies, or just ...

Fitch affirms SA’s current rating at BB- with a stable outlook

BR Reporter|Published

Treasury said it noted Fitch’s statement, saying the government’s strategy for fiscal consolidation over the medium term involved exercising expenditure restraint ...

Hybrid working promotes financial well-being

Staff Reporter|Updated

Adopting the hybrid work model is proving to ease employee and businesses financial stress, whilst boosting productivity, and even cut company overheads.

74% of working parents would job-hop to avoid 5-day commute

Staff Reporter|Updated

New research by International Workplace Group - Regus’ parent company - reveals that 74% of parents would look for a new job if a long daily commute was required ...

9 in 10 CEOs Back Hybrid Work; 75% Report Higher Productivity

Staff Reporter|Updated

New research has revealed that nine in 10 CEOs have adopted hybrid working (91%), with three quarters saying this has led to an improvement in productivity (75%) ...

The Greener Side of Hybrid Work: How It Benefits The Planet

Staff Reporter|Updated

It has long been argued that hybrid work lessens our environmental impact. Now, more research than ever supports this theory.

adidas launches ‘member early access’ Black Friday sale with discounts of up to 50% on footwear, apparel and more

Brandstories|Published

Anticipation is building for the most significant adidas sale of the year, with discounts on products across all departments.

Project your vibe with the new Samsung Freestyle 2nd Gen projector

Brandstories|Published

The new Samsung Freestyle 2nd Gen is everything you want in a smart projector in one compact form.

Transnet knocks on Treasury’s door as its new board details what it’s done in 100 days

Tawanda Karombo|Published

Board chairperson Andile Sangqu outlines plans to rationalise loss-making activities, dispose of non-core assets and rope in private players in a turnaround bid. ...

SARB ‘strongly urged’ to not hike interest rate – consumers can’t take any more

Bonny Fourie|Published

Even just the expected 0. 25 percent increase will have a negative effect on consumers and the economy.

SA to supersede Egypt and become the continent’s biggest economy

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South Africa’s GDP is expected to soar and become Africa’s biggest economy.