The South African rand managed to hold on to most of its gains from the previous day during early trading on Friday, May 30, 2025, following fresh comments from the …
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TransCentury Returns to Profitability After Major Turnaround Strategy
TransCentury Plc, an infrastructure investment company based in Nairobi, Kenya, has returned to profit after facing financial challenges for several years. The company, which is listed on the Nairobi Securities …
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Olam Agri Celebrates Africa Day with Cultural Display and Staff Unity
Leading agribusiness company, Olam Agri, has once again demonstrated its pride in African roots and commitment to workplace inclusion by celebrating this year’s Africa Day with colourful cultural activities across …
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Tiger Brands Surprises with Strong Earnings, Declares Special Dividend and Sells Maize Milling Business
South Africa’s leading consumer goods company, Tiger Brands Ltd (JSE: TBSJ.J), reported stronger-than-expected earnings for the first half of its financial year, boosting shareholder returns with a special dividend and …
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South Africa’s Rand Weakens Slightly Ahead of Interest Rate Decision as Markets Watch SARB Closely
The South African rand opened weaker on Tuesday morning as financial markets turned their focus to the upcoming interest rate decision by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB),the rand was …
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South Africa Launches SANPC to Bolster National Energy Security
The South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) was officially launched on May 23, 2025, in Johannesburg, signaling a new era for the country’s energy sector. President Cyril Ramaphosa, alongside Minister …
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Netflix vs Prime Video vs Disney+ in 2025
The way we consume entertainment in our homes has shifted. Gone are the days of anxiously waiting for the 9 PM movie or being tied to the unpredictable schedules of …
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Pick n Pay Narrows Loss, Targets Break-Even by 2028 as Turnaround Begins
South African retail giant Pick n Pay has reported a significantly smaller loss before tax for its full-year results, signalling early signs of recovery as the company pushes forward with …
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South Africa Proposes New Policy to Ease Black Ownership Rules, Opening Door for Starlink and Others
South Africa’s government is set to change the rules for foreign communications companies, potentially allowing firms like Elon Musk’s Starlink to operate more freely in the country. The new draft …
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Building Smart Cities: What Real Estate Professionals Must Know in Africa
The concept of “smart cities” is no longer a distant dream for Africa; it is a rapidly materializing reality that demands urgent attention from real estate professionals across the continent. …