Author and journalist Sam Mathe No story about gangsterism or violence in the townships of Johannesburg can be complete without that of Kort-boy – real name George Mpalweni – the five-foot-nothing knifeman from Benoni, a former mining town on the East Rand, near Johannesburg. The Afrikaans word ‘Kort’ means ‘short’ and ‘boy’ was characteristic of…
John Loos Today’s unchanged repo rate decision was as expected by FNB. This means that the SARB has kept interest rates unchanged since May 2023, after a prior 475 basis point hiking cycle staring late in 2021. Although CPI inflation is within the SARB’s 3-6% target range, at 5.6% it is near to the upper target limit,…
Linda McClure South Africa, like many countries globally, grapples with the challenge of youth unemployment. This is supported by statistics indicating a 45,5% unemployment rate among young individuals (aged 15-34 years), in contrast to the national average of 32,9% in the first quarter of 2024. It’s clear, though, that the struggle continues for many South African…
Marius Wessels As more manufacturers embrace digital transformation, they expand their digital footprint, creating new opportunities and vulnerabilities. This dual-edged sword necessitates a vigilant and proactive approach to cybersecurity. In the era of Industry 4.0, where the convergence of digital technologies and manufacturing processes is reshaping industries, cybersecurity is no longer a peripheral concern for…
