EASTER 2026 CONSUMER SPENDING POWERS DOUBLE-DIGIT GROWTH IN BUSINESS ACTIVITY

The Easter 2026 period reflected continued growth in South Africa’s business activity, with Point of Sale (POS) total transaction values rising by 18.82% year-on-year (YoY) and transaction volumes increasing by 19.87% YoY compared to the same period in 2025. These results highlight sustained momentum in trading activity and point to a positive trajectory over the medium-term. Based on consolidated…

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BANK OF AMERICA RANKING AFFIRMS SOUTH AFRICA’S INVESTMENT APPEAL

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) welcomes the recent ranking by Bank of America placing South Africa at the top of its regional equity market assessment. This recognition represents a strong vote of confidence in South Africa as an attractive and competitive investment destination. This endorsement by a leading global financial institution reflects the…

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GOVERNMENT WELCOMES COMMISSIONING OF BOLOBEDU SOLAR PLANT IN LIMPOPO

The Government welcomes the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo Province, completed in April 2026 and commissioned by Rio Tinto. This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa’s ongoing efforts to diversify its energy mix, strengthen energy security, and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy….

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NUTANIX DELIVERS COMPLETE PLATFORM FOR THE AGENTIC AI ERA

Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, has announced new capabilities to the Nutanix Cloud Platform (NCP) solution designed to help organisations operate reliably as AI workloads expand, cloud environments grow more complex, and hardware supply constraints drive the need for more flexible infrastructure platforms. As organisations modernise their infrastructure, many are reassessing…

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DURBAN CITY FC FAN BECOMES FIRST SUPPORTER TO ENJOY ULTIMATE FAN EXPERIENCE WITH BETWAY PREMIERSHIP TROPHY

 Durban City FC supporter, Nompumelelo Nene, became the first fan to get up close to the Betway Premiership trophy on Tuesday, 07 April, following a Betway Premiership S’bonise & Win Dial Up fixture between Durban City vs Mamelodi Sundowns in Durban. Nene, who enjoyed the unique experience of getting up close to South African football’s…

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LOCAL STABILITY MEETS GLOBAL VOLATILITY

Why this could be a defining year for traders.  Zihaad Israfil “For much of the past decade, South African markets have faced significant uncertainty brought about by power shortages and declining investor confidence, amongst others. “The 2026 Budget suggests that the narrative may finally be changing. National Treasury projects that government debt will stabilise at around 78.9%…

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AT TIME SQUARE, IT’S NOT JUST A JOB, IT’S A CAREER

Study bursaries create opportunities for candidates who are excited to be in the hospitality, gaming, and entertainment industry Sun International is a globally recognised and respected gaming and hospitality group that provides memorable experiences for its guests, and exceptional people are needed to deliver on its brand promise.  “Given our highly competitive, service-oriented industry, our…

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MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA UNVEILS THE EXCLUSIVE A-CLASS “NIGHT EDITION”

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is elevating the benchmark of the compact segment with the introduction of the highly anticipated A-Class Night Edition. Combining the legendary agility of the A-Class with an aggressive, darkened aesthetic, this special edition is designed for those who demand “class for every day” with a definitive edge. A Design Defined by Shadow…

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