Following the success of two sold-out 2025 events, Takealot is thrilled to confirm that the Takealot House of Beauty event will return to Johannesburg from 24-26 April 2026 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, marking exactly one year since the inaugural event. The Takealot third House of Beauty event has once again sold out in…
Running a business in South Africa today requires more than ambition. Entrepreneurs face unique challenges, from managing cash flow in a cash‑heavy economy to navigating digital transformation and exploring new markets. To succeed, they need practical guidance, strong networks, and the confidence to act decisively. According to the 2024/2025 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report, an…
When applying for credit or repaying it, South Africans may assume lenders have the upper hand, but when dealing with creditors, banks, payday lenders, and debt collectors, consumers’ rights are protected by law. The most important laws that regulate how credit is granted, how financial advice is provided, and how debts may be collected or…
Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has once again been ranked as Africa’s and South Africa’s Most Valuable Bank Brand by Brand Finance for the fifth consecutive year, with brand value growth of 19% year-on-year from R37,8bn to R45bn. Brand Finance evaluates over 5 000 of the world’s biggest brands annually across sectors to assess…
Standard Bank is urging consumers to be extra vigilant as the country approaches the Easter holidays. South Africa is facing a sharp rise in multi‑layered digital banking scams, driven by rapid advances in artificial intelligence. Standard Bank’s Head of Fraud Operations, Client Experience and Risk Execution, Marius le Roux, says fraudsters are no longer relying…
4th Quarter 2025 GDP – completes the weak-albeitimproved 2025 picture, reflecting an economy not yetgearing itself up for serious long-term growth. Real GDP (Gross Domestic Product) showed a mild improvement in2025, compared with 2024. But another year of weak capitalexpenditure and heavy dependence on consumption spending stilldoesn’t seriously address the country’s long-term growthlimitations.THE KEY NUMBERSFourth…
Standard Bank Group (the Group) reported headline earnings of R49.2 billion and delivered a return on equity (ROE) of 19.3%, at the top end of the Group’s 2025 ROE target range of 17% to 20%. The banking businesses delivered a strong performance driven by solid balance sheet growth and robust growth in fees and trading…
The team at Satrix has clearly been busy. They’ve launched two brand new ETFs to help South Africans tweak their exposure to offshore markets. If you’re ready to learn more about Europe and Japan, then you’re in the right place. Why does it matter? For most South African investors, offshore exposure is really just a…
Standard Bank is pleased to announce its role as Headline Sponsor of the 2026 Buy Local Summit & Expo, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to strengthening the domestic economy through localisation and SME empowerment. South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain the backbone of the country’s economic resilience, driving innovation, job creation, and inclusive growth….
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) joined the global community in marking World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development. Recognised by UNESCO, the day, which is observed on 4 March, highlights the vital role engineers play in addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, rapid urbanisation, and the pursuit of sustainable development. This year’s theme,…
