Business
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Eastern Cape hospital construction tender overturned after scoring dispute
A department’s decision on awarding a construction tender was found to be irrational in court.
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Volkswagen pumps R4bn into Eastern Cape plant for new Tengo model
Volkswagen Group Africa commits R4 billion to Kariega plant for new Tengo model, reinforcing confidence in South Africa’s manufacturing sector.
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Motor industry trade union calls for End-of-Life Vehicle strategy to protect and create jobs
MISA has urged the DTIC to establish a worker-centred End-of-Life Vehicle strategy, warning that inaction threatens R291 billion in exports and jobs.
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Hill-Lewis: Cape Town seals first power deals below Eskom rates
Cape Town has signed its first power purchase agreements with independent solar producers, securing electricity below Eskom rates, a first for a South African city.
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Eskom doubles profit to R30.3bn in second year of turnaround
Eskom records R30.3bn profit after tax, more than doubling 2025’s results as operational recovery continues without load shedding.
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Fuel crisis drains South African economy as Iran war drives oil shock
South Africa has paid R56.3-billion more for fuel since the Iran war closed the Strait of Hormuz, exposing the country’s energy vulnerabilities.
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How supermarkets trick you into spending more
Retailers use sophisticated tactics to increase spending, from oversized trolleys to strategic product placement, exploiting shoppers’ unconscious behaviour.
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Fuel prices set to climb across the board from Wednesday
Petrol, diesel and paraffin prices will rise from Wednesday, with diesel facing the steepest increase at over R3 per litre.
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Fresh new look celebrated at supermarket in Fichardtpark
The Pick n Pay Hypermarket celebrated a new look on Saturday 29 August featuring lots of specials for customers.
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Cape Town wins double honours at World Travel Awards Africa
Cape Town named Africa’s Leading City Destination and Africa’s Leading Meetings & Conference Destination at World Travel Awards Africa 2026.
