The Business Weekly

Year: 2026

Ramaphosa Demands Accountability and Action as Ekurhuleni Killings Push South Africa to the Brink

PRETORIA — In a somber and emotionally charged address to the nation on Tuesday night, President Cyril Ramaphosa confronted what…

South Africa’s Labour Market Softens: Employment Dips in Q2 2026 Amid Mixed Earnings Trends

South Africa’s formal non-agricultural sector experienced a slight contraction in the second quarter of 2026, driven primarily by pullbacks in…

High Court Grants Malema Legal Lifeline: EFF Welcomes Leave to Appeal Firearm Conviction

The legal battle surrounding Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) President and Commander-in-Chief Julius Malema has entered a critical new phase following…

Transforming Trade & Biosecurity: Inside South Africa’s New Port Health Management System (PHMS)

South Africa’s border management framework is undergoing a profound digital evolution, shifting from fragmented, manual processes to an integrated, technology-driven…

Path to the Ballot: AU Committee Pushes South Sudan on Credible Elections and Peace Implementation

JOHANNESBURG — African leaders have issued a firm, unified call for urgent action from Juba, warning that lasting democracy and…

Navigating Resilience and Transformation: The IMF’s 2026 Article IV Assessment of Macao SAR

Washington, DC — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2026 Article IV Consultation with the People’s…

Bafana Bafana Aim to Extend Qualifying Momentum Against Resilient Eritrea

CAIRO, EGYPT — Buoyed by an encouraging start to their qualification campaign, Bafana Bafana arrive in the Egyptian capital with…

Gauteng Settles Bulk of E-Toll Obligations in Stride Toward Fiscal Discipline

The Gauteng Provincial Government has demonstrated robust fiscal stewardship, successfully reducing its e-toll-related debt to a remaining balance of approximately…

Gauteng’s Local Government Turnaround: Digital Innovation and Financial Discipline Steer Province Forward

Johannesburg — Gauteng is charting a course toward renewed municipal stability, bolstered by digital transformation, enhanced governance, and improved infrastructure…

Gauteng e-Panic Button Emerges as a Vital Safety Lifeline for Township Communities Amid Cybersecurity Assurances

JOHANNESBURG — The Gauteng Provincial Government is intensifying its call for residents to download and utilize the Gauteng e-Panic Button,…