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Regus expands flexible spaces as hybrid work grows in Africa
Africa is poised to develop new working patterns.
‘Urgent intervention required to prevent SA Banks from arbitrarily closing bank accounts’
Molefe called for urgent legislative intervention to regulate banking practices, arguing that banking is a public service and should be governed by laws that protect consumers from arbitrary and unfair treatment.
Global markets brace for Trump's 25 percent tariff threat on key trade partners
Global markets stand on edge as Trump's sweeping tariff deadline approaches, threatening to impose 25 percent duties on Canada and Mexico, plus additional levies on China. With less than 24 hours remaining, three of the world's largest economies prepare for potential economic shockwaves.
Being this close to the finishing line means you’ve got to push through
In her monthly column, HR CEO and director Lucia Mabasa says businesses are not welfare systems – neither for those at the top nor those at the bottom.
Nedbank's Decisions Impact Ordinary Workers and Communities
Corporate power must be wielded with responsibility and accountability. If Nedbank does not reverse its course, this issue will inevitably escalate, says the writer.
Exposing Tim Cohen’s lies About AYO
In the end, what matters most is transparency and truth. Despite the relentless media campaign, AYO has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing, says the writer.
Trade union ICTU urges Nedbank to halt account closures affecting Sekunjalo Group employees
The union highlights the urgent need for dialogue to address the impact of retrenchments and questions the justification for the bank’s actions amid ongoing corporate conflicts.
Experts urge government to boost job creation for skills programme beneficiaries
“That issue is a critical problem that we do experience. When someone has completed a learnership we expect that they are ready to be permanently employed, however, they still remain unemployed,” Ndhlovu said.
Audit reports help citizens to play their critical role in the public sector accountability ecosystem
The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) analyses the audit outcomes through general reports for both entities audited under the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
R580 million extortion claims rock Tongaat Hulett takeover
Tongaat Hulett shareholders had two options: vote for the debt to equity swap and retain 2. 7% of the JSE-listed shares, or reject it. They chose the second option, which left them empty-handed.
D-Day for Tongaat Hulett Limited looms large
Vision investments is poised and ready to facilitate the business turnaround of this iconic sugar group and its brands, writes spokesperson Rob Bessinger.
Tuks professor says the end to load shedding is 'unlikely'
‘Minister of Electricity has admirable optimism but he’s also a master of spin’
The end of load shedding is in sight, says Ramokgopa as Eskom hits highest Energy Availability Factor in three years
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says Eskom has turned a corner and the end of load shedding is in sight.
Saso to host an exclusive marquee celebrating ‘black excellence’ at the Durban July
Musician-cum-events planner Lusaso Ngcobo has unveiled plans to host a luxurious and exclusive event called Saso Brunch Marquee at the Hollywoodbets Durban July event this year.
R100 million payday for the CEOs of Standard Bank and Absa. . . here’s why
The end of March 2023 will be a fruitful time for some of SA’s banking CEOs.
Black box seized after 'technical' failure on Boeing-made LATAM plane
New Zealand aviation authorities seized the black box from a Boeing-made airplane in search of answers after a mid-flight plunged that injured dozens.
eThekwini Municipality secures court interdict against striking waste workers who are trashing the city
The city is on the verge of total collapse, according to the DA because of striking EThekwini municipality workers.
Standard Bank exasperates judge in Sekunjalo case
Judge Cloete said the court was under the impression that Standard Bank wanted to apply for leave to appeal the interdict against it, so as to close Sekunjalo’s bank accounts, affecting the livelihoods of more than 4 000 employees.
EU eyes export ban on businesses accused of aiding Russia
The European Union has proposed export bans on firms in China, India and Turkey, who have been accused of aiding Russia with military grade technology.
Philip Morris South Africa recognised as top employer, for seventh consecutive year
Philip Morris International is also certified as Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute.
Thabi Leoka PhD saga exposes weak governance structures on the boards she sat on - Reputation Specialist
Economist Thabi Leoka’s extraordinary fall from grace, after she was exposed to have lied about her London School of Economics PhD - despite holding two masters degrees - has exposed the weak governance structures at some of South Africa’s leading companies.
Drama over economist Thabi Leoka’s qualifications after report
Economist Thabi Leoka has denied she falsified her doctoral and masters qualifications after a report by a business publication claimed she had been booted from the Remgro board, a company owned by billionaire Johan Rupert.
More twists emerge in Tariomix's legal affairs
Complications emerged when the original two applicants requesting Tariomix's provisional liquidation unexpectedly withdrew their court bid.
Liquidation or Exploitation? The controversy unfolding in Mahikeng High Court
The outcome of this case is eagerly awaited as it could set a new precedent for liquidation laws in South Africa, says the writer.
Exotic & supercar CEO Justin Divaris to join Zunaid Moti during monthly webinar
Ending off the year fast and furious, Daytona CEO Justin Divaris will be joining Moti for the session.