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Thursday, May 22, 2025

‘Blue Sky’ moment as Bitcoin surges to record high

Bitcoin has reached an all-time high of $111,534, driven by US debt concerns and optimism over new cryptocurrency legislation. What does this mean for investors?

Jason Woosey|Published

Western Cape Premier welcomes 2025 budget compromises amid financial concerns

Premier Alan Winde welcomes the 2025 national budget while expressing concerns over the Western Cape's financial pressures and the need for economic reforms.

Wendy Dondolo|Published

MTN sticks to guns that Turkcell allegations must be heard in Iran

MTN asserts that South African courts lack jurisdiction over Turkcell's bribery allegations.

Nicola Mawson|Published

SANTACO raises alarm over fuel levy hike's impact on taxi industry profits

SANTACO voices serious concerns over the recent fuel levy hike by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, warning it could severely impact the profitability of the taxi industry.

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

BRICS+ Series: Burundi’s war on Truth

When the president of the National Assembly of Burundi, Gelase Daniel Ndabirabe informed the country’s newly appointed human rights commission that their mission is to “fight and bring down” Fortune Gaetan Zongo who is the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Burundi, it was way more than a rhetorical misstep. It was a statement of war. Not a war against justice or a war against misinformation, but a war against scrutiny, truth and accountability.

Sesona Mdlokovana|Published

Markets pretty much shrug off Trump’s attack on Ramaphosa

Despite US President Donald Trump's strong comments on alleged genocide against white farmers in South Africa, the rand and JSE remained stable.

Nicola Mawson|Published

Mashatile calls for deeper trade ties between South Africa and France

Deputy President Paul Mashatile's recent call for enhanced trade ties with France comes at a crucial time for South Africa's economy. Can this initiative pave the way for renewed investment and growth?

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

SARS turns to AI and big data to reach R1. 986 trillion tax target

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is set to revolutionise tax collection by employing artificial intelligence and data analytics, aiming to meet a challenging revenue target of R1. 986 trillion. With a budget of R7. 5 billion allocated for modernisation, how will these advancements impact taxpayers and the economy?

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

South Africa's National Budget: Stability in the Rand amid muted market reactions

Following Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's third National Budget presentation, markets remain stable, with the rand holding at R17. 97.

Nicola Mawson|Published