Author: Staff Writer
The Trialogue Business in Society Conference 2025 is set to be a battleground for ideas, and Telkom SA SOC Limited is bringing its A-game to tackle South Africa’s stubbornly persistent youth unemployment crisis. The numbers are brutal. With 34.2% of young South Africans (18-34 years) currently not in employment, education, or training, the need for targeted interventions is critical. And as the latest data confirms, the burden falls disproportionately on Black African youth, with an unemployment rate of 35.8%, exceeding the national average. Telkom recognises that bridging the gap between learning and career opportunities is paramount. The organisation’s multi-pronged approach involves the…
The Ford Ranger maintains the top spot, but a surge in sales for fuel-efficient hatchbacks signals a continued shift towards affordability. Following a strong showing last month, the South African used car market remained relatively stable in April despite experiencing a minor sales decrease on a month-on-month (MoM) and year-on-year basis (YoY). Despite this, the sales figures highlight strong interest in used cars, with a mix of vehicles—from bakkies to affordable hatchbacks and luxury sedans—dominating the top 10 list. According to the latest AutoTrader data, 28,675 used vehicles were sold in April 2025, representing YoY and MoM decreases of -0.2% and -4.1%,…
A training initiative by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) is transforming South Africa’s construction industry by equipping female entrepreneurs with global project management skills to lead, build, and inspire. A Programme Built for Success The programme, which began with five highly accomplished women, focuses on promoting excellence and leadership in a male-dominated sector. Bongani Dladla, cidb CEO, emphasised its purpose: “We’re not just offering training for the sake of it. This is about creating a culture of excellence. These women have already proven they have the skills, strength, and commitment to succeed.” One participant, Lulu Ngomane, a seasoned professional in…
Metrofile Cloud is changing website and application hosting for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with its new Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting solution. Designed to deliver enterprise-grade reliability at an “affordable price”, this service provides SMBs with dedicated resources in a shared environment, helping them compete online without a hefty investment. “Metrofile Cloud’s new VPS offering represents a pivotal shift in the landscape of virtual hosting solutions for SMBs,” said Steve Porter, Managing Director of Metrofile Cloud. “By combining the power of dedicated resources with the affordability of a shared hardware environment, we’re empowering smaller businesses to have access to the cloud…
As Daybreak Farms faced a catastrophic week with starving chickens and unpaid staff, chairperson Bojane Segooa secured a R625,000 payout before resigning abruptly, reports the Sunday Times. The taxpayer-funded poultry producer, already reliant on billions in state support, had recently been denied a R1.5bn bailout by the Public Investment Corporation (PIC). A Board in Chaos Segooa demanded immediate payment of R1.2 million in board fees before stepping down CFO Aubrey Dali resigned after Segooa stripped his payment authority Three other board members refused their fees “out of good conscience” PIC released R74m emergency funds for salaries and bird feed “Have…
Fintech company Lesaka (formerly Net1 UEPS) reported adding 89,000 new EasyPay Everywhere (EPE) users in Q3 2025, increasing its market share among social grant recipients to 13%. The company now serves 1.7 million grant beneficiaries and aims for 20% market penetration within 3-5 years. Post Bank Challenges Drive Growth CEO Lincoln Mali credits Lesaka’s growth to competitors’ struggles, particularly Post Bank’s Sassa card expiration issues. “Operational challenges at Post Bank, particularly around expiring Sassa [South African Social Security Agency] cards, led many of their customers to seek alternative banking providers,” Mali told the Sunday Times. “Our strong brand and extensive…
Gauteng’s public hospitals are in chaos as doctors go unpaid and food shortages leave patients hungry. A doctor at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital was told to prove she wasn’t a “ghost worker” after her April salary was withheld, according to the Sunday Times report. The newspaper reported that many medics haven’t been paid for three months, with some also at risk of missing May salaries. Salary Crisis Deepens The Gauteng health department blamed “administrative and financial challenges” for the delays. Spokesperson Motalatale Modiba admitted and told the Sunday Times that some doctors may not receive May salaries due to…
On 8 May2025, Disney+ — in collaboration with Quiz Nights SA — hosted an unforgettable Quiz Night Challenge at Prison Break Market. Hosted by the always-hilarious Mpho Popps, the night welcomed a star-studded guest list, including familiar faces like Lasizwe Dambuza, Bheki Ndamase, Zamani Mbatha and Mo Setumo. The evening saw fierce but fun competition as guests battled it out to prove who really knew it best — putting their Disney+ knowledge to the test across trivia rounds inspired by the platform’s incredible range of entertainment. From laugh-out-loud moments to surprise twists, it was a celebration of fandom, nostalgia, and…
AI can be transformative for Africa, but the continent must move quickly to empower its youth to optimise the technology’s potential. This is according to Prof. Abejide Ade-Abjola, Professor of AI and Applications at the Johannesburg Business School at the University of Johannesburg and founder and chairman of GRIT Lab Africa, who was addressing the Huawei Cloud Tech Wave DeepSeek workshop in Johannesburg this week. Prof. Abejide Ade-Abjola, Professor of AI and Applications at the Johannesburg Business School at the University of Johannesburg and founder and chairman of GRIT Lab Africa Prof. Ade-Abjola said: “In the African context, AI offers…
McDonald’s South Africa is expanding its chicken offering with the nationwide launch of the McCrispy, a new crispy chicken burger that aims to elevate the brand’s presence in the competitive chicken market. Made with 100% South African-raised chicken breast, the McCrispy features a seasoned, crispy fillet served on a soft potato bun with shredded lettuce and a creamy lemon and pepper sauce. The burger is positioned as a premium menu item and is now available at McDonald’s locations across the country. Daniel Padiachy, Chief Marketing Officer at McDonald’s South Africa, said the McCrispy is a response to growing demand for…