‘What we saw in 2024 was that 36% of the respondents who gamble actually said they gamble to pay off their debts and to cover their expenses,’ says John Manyike, head of financial education at Old Mutual. Moneyweb
A look at the hidden costs of SA’s gambling problem. How the local retail economy is finding growth in the wellness sector. And new data shows that young people are leading the adoption of earned wage access technology. Moneyweb
‘I think the bulk of the revenues lies with the SMEs and the professionals, because there's a bigger volume there. So these are things that Sars is most likely going to focus on, not just on the big corporates,’ says Lee Dlamini, founder and director of Leverage. Moneyweb
Sars’s R4bn war chest: What every taxpayer should know about the incoming debt collection drive. Intimidation, threats, and stigma: The harsh reality for public sector accountants. And UNDP incubation programme aims to unlock Africa’s innovation potential through youth-led startups. Moneyweb
‘We condemn the actions of those who came on site, intimidated, caused violence and shot at people. We will not accept that,’ says Gauteng provincial government spokesperson, Lesiba Mpya. Moneyweb
Hey big spender! Mashatile’s lavish overseas trips spark outrage. As the Gautrain celebrates it’s 15th year, we’ll look at what the future holds for the struggling passenger commuter service. And what is the role of the central bank in ensuring stability amidst climate change shocks? Moneyweb
‘What the impact would be is, for us to afford that, the average current tax rate would have to increase by almost 22.2 times what it is,’ says Thoneshan Naidoo, CEO of the Health Funders Association. Moneyweb
A new report shows that 80% of multinational corporations struggle to recruit workers with critical skills in South Africa. It seems the property industry is bucking the low GDP numbers trend. And the Health Funders Association takes legal action against the NHI Act. Moneyweb
‘As people come here for those three, four or five days during Comrades, the whole world looks at Durban as a possible tourist destination because of mega-events like the Comrades Marathon,’ says Prasheen Maharaj, president of the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Moneyweb
It’s all hands on deck ahead of the 98th Comrades marathon set to take place in KZN – we’ll look at the economic impact, and what it takes to ensure all runners are safe. And airlines set to stay in the green in 2025, despite some turbulence. Moneyweb
‘It's been something that is a South African way of life, you generally can't make ends meet with your salary, so you augment with credit, particularly credit cards and unsecured loans,’ says Andrew Fulton, director at Eighty20. Moneyweb
A new survey shows that South Africans earning more than R30k per month, hold 75% of overdue debt. ActionSA says that constitutional changes are needed to curb the country’s illegal immigrant problem. And global lessons to help African tech startups grow. Moneyweb
‘The board that we have are people of the highest integrity, the best minds in South Africa we could think of, professional people,’ says Dr Barney Pityana, chair of the National Lotteries Commission. Moneyweb
The National Lotteries Commission’s chair, Prof Barney Pityana on challenges faced in bringing about transformation within the organisation. Lobby groups say the draft petroleum regulations threaten eco-justice and climate accountability. And the importance of junior miners in the supply of critical minerals and metals. Moneyweb
‘We can call it a romance scam. They were busy pretending to love and like these women, whereas they knew they would just kidnap and rob them,’ says SAPS spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe. Moneyweb
SAPS warns about a new syndicate targeting women in shopping malls. Why government needs to intervene urgently to stop millions going hungry. And pothole patrol makes a dent. Moneyweb
‘I am disappointed only at the attempts to paint this move as a departure from the country's transformation objectives, because it speaks directly to that,’ says Communications Minister, Solly Malatsi. Moneyweb
A look at the pros and cons should Elon Musk’s Starlink enter the South African market. And are empowerment policies standing in the way of our global competitiveness? How mining sustainability can be guaranteed. And unmasking the deadly appeal of tobacco in our lives and workplaces. Moneyweb
‘We have sent a strong letter to the ambassadors of film and TV, who were appointed by Donald Trump - Sylvester Stallone, Jon Voight and Mel Gibson,’ says Andile Sinqoto, executive committee member of Directors Guild of South Africa. Moneyweb
How instant cross-border payments are unlocking Africa’s economic potential. A well-known creative warns about the demise of the local television and film industry. And a record sale price achieved for a famous South African artwork. Moneyweb
‘42% of South African investors said that they would trust an AI advisor; that's almost double the rate of what you see in the UK,’ says Dean Frankle, MD and partner at Boston Consulting Group. Moneyweb
A call for government to back high-growth startups to grow GDP and create jobs. New research highlights investment trends among Gen Z and Millennials. And microbreweries face setbacks as five close amid funding and regulatory challenges. Moneyweb
‘We are fully empowered by the Consumer Protection Act to start an investigation that can result in punitive action being taken against suppliers who do not communicate in time,’ says Prudence Moilwa, head of complaints and investigations at the National Consumer Commission. Moneyweb
Sweeping car recalls amidst safety concerns could impact more than 7 000 cars on SA roads. How the fuel levy hike will impact the local food service sector. And, a new study shows alarming debt levels. Moneyweb
‘They took what was a pretty good operating mineral policy, and they ripped the engine out of it, and they really haven't replaced the engine yet,’ says Peter Major, director of mining at Modern Corporate Solutions. Moneyweb
Did the Ramaphosa/Trump meeting help or hinder renewed bilateral agreement negotiations? Why an expert says the era of the hard sell is well and truly over. A look at the implications of the draft mining law overhaul. And Jeremy Maggs continues his conversation with Tony Leon and some of his fondest memories and lessons learnt as an ambassador. Moneyweb
A look at Being There: Backstories from the Political Front and the dazzling legacy of Jenna Clifford. Moneyweb
‘The world wants to see winners. If we don't start acting and seeing winning, it makes it very hard to counter a lot of narratives,’ says Dr TK Pooe, from the Wits School of Governance. Moneyweb
Today marks world biodiversity day – we take a look at how corporate South Africa can support regenerative agriculture. Why digitisation will be critical for energy efficiency, stability and security in the future. Did the Finance Minister get Budget 3.0 right? And a reflection on SA’s performance in the Oval Office. Moneyweb
‘We have failed in terms of proactive maintenance and that's what we're looking at, because no matter how beautiful the road can be, if you don't maintain it, you are bound to hit a disaster somewhere along the line,’ says Zweli Nyathi, CEO of the Johannesburg Roads Agency. Moneyweb
