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South Africa Has been Taken Off the EU High Risk List
South Africa has been formally removed from the European Union’s list of High-Risk Third Country Jurisdictions, a change the National Treasury says will ease compliance pressure with Europe and support smoother trade, investment and cross-border payments. Treasury welcomed the decision, which follows South Africa’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist and the
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Gen 9 Aura Edition Review: Empowering Creators with AI-Powered Portability and Precision
As a content creator constantly juggling photo and video edits, video rendering, and graphic design on the go, finding a laptop that balances power, portability, and visual fidelity is no small feat. Enter the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Gen 9 Aura Edition (15-inch Intel), a sleek machine that promises to elevate creative workflows with its
Audi Deliveries Slip in 2025 as Competition and Tariffs Bite
Audi, Volkswagen’s premium brand, reported a decline in global deliveries in 2025, citing a tougher market environment Driven by tariffs and intensifying competition. The automaker said it delivered 1.62 million vehicles, down 2.9% from 1.67 million the year before and below its stated target range of 1.65 million to 1.75 million units. Regional Weakness, but
China’s Vehicle Sales and Exports Expected to Slow in 2026
China’s auto market is entering a softer phase as demand weakens and global uncertainty continues to weigh on both domestic sales and exports, according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). The association estimates overall vehicle sales will rise by just 1% in 2026, a sharp slowdown from 9.4% growth in 2025, which points
The Dawn of Electric Performance: BMW's Quad-Motor M Neue-Klasse Set to Revolutionise the Track by 2027
In a bold leap into the future of high-performance driving, BMW has unveiled details about its upcoming fully electric M models, spearheaded by the M Neue Klasse. This groundbreaking vehicle, expected to hit the roads and tracks in 2027, marks the beginning of a new era for the M division, blending the brand's storied racing
Africa’s 2026 SME Outlook and Opportunities That Won’t Need Big Capital
In as much as 2025 revealed that access to flexible finance was the biggest hurdle for SMEs and start-ups alike, 2025 also reminded small businesses of a simple truth, growth is not always a funding story. It is often a systems story. Many SMEs did not stall because demand disappeared, but because cash cycles tightened,
Breaking News Today – Wednesday 14 January 2026
Business News Today Palladium Prices Surge to two Week High Palladium futures advanced to around $1,950 per ounce, rebounding after a broad sell-off to reach a two-week high and closing in on record high levels, as precious metals remained supported despite a firmer dollar and softer-than-expected US inflation data. Expectations for a potential rate
Is Automated Equipment Reducing Downtime in African Mining?
African mining has never had a downtime problem in theory. On paper, the fleet is scheduled, maintenance is planned, parts are stocked, and production targets are “manageable.” On the ground, reality is Different. A single haul truck breakdown can choke an entire pit. A late service crew can trigger a domino effect across shifts. A
How Small Firms Can Strengthen Digital Defences on a Budget
Small firms don’t need a massive IT budget to take cybersecurity seriously. In fact, many of the attacks that hit small businesses succeed because of simple Human Error, weak passwords, outdated software, careless email habits, and unsecured devices. The good news is that strengthening digital defences often starts with discipline, not expensive tools. A smart
Private Equity Inflows — Hot Sectors and Risks in Africa's Investment Landscape in 2026
Private equity (PE) inflows into Africa have experienced a rollercoaster trajectory in recent years, reflecting global economic shifts, regional reforms, and sector-specific opportunities. From 2023 to 2025, the continent saw fluctuating deal volumes amid high interest rates, currency volatility, and geopolitical tensions, with total PE deal values dropping to a five-year low of around $4.67
Akrake Targets End Of January 2026 Start for Benin’s Seme Field
Rex International’s indirect subsidiary, Akrake Petroleum, expects to start production at the Seme offshore field in Benin by the end of January 2026, the company said on Monday, Jan. 12. The operator moved the schedule after it missed its earlier target of starting before the end of 2025. Drilling and Facilities in Place Akrake will
Apple Brings Google Gemini into Siri’s Next Release
Apple is preparing a redesigned Siri for release later this year. The assistant will run on Google’s Gemini models under a new multi-year agreement. The move gives Apple access to a proven AI system at scale. It also gives Google a stronger presence inside Apple’s ecosystem, where Siri remains a key tool for daily tasks.
Breaking News Today – Tuesday 13 January 2025
Business News Today Aluminium Prices Surge on Supply Scarcity Aluminum futures in the UK have surged to above $3,180 per tonne hitting a three-year high. This comes with mounting signs of tighter supply for manufacturers. China, the world's top aluminum producer, reiterated its priority of preventing overcapacity in metal production to curb deflationary pressures for
AfCFTA at Five Years: Unlocking Intra-African Trade Barriers and Wins
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents one of the most ambitious economic integration projects in history, aiming to create a single market for goods and services across 54 African nations, encompassing over 1.3 billion people and a combined GDP of approximately $3.4 trillion. Signed in March 2018 in Kigali, Rwanda, the agreement entered
Battery Minerals Value Addition Moving Beyond Raw Exports in the EV Era
As the global electric vehicle (EV) race accelerates toward full charge, Electric vehicles and grid-scale storage are driving sustained demand for lithium, cobalt, nickel, manganese and graphite. This demand is altering the balance of power along battery supply chains, concentrating profits and technical capability in processing and manufacturing rather than in extraction alone. For mineral-producing
Policy Uncertainty and Its Effect on Small Business Growth in Africa
For many small businesses in Africa, the core challenge is not market access or entrepreneurial capacity but operating within a regulatory environment that is repeatedly revised, unevenly enforced, or poorly communicated. Taxes, permits, trade rules, and compliance obligations can change with little notice, turning long-term planning into a speculative exercise. Growth decisions whether to expand
Are PSC Converters Reaching the End in Africa’s Next-Gen Smelters?
When a project like Africa’s biggest and greenest smelters like Kamoa-Kakula, in the DRC, comes online, it is hard to ignore the fact that it does not incorporate Peirce-Smith (PSC) converters. This raises a bigger question: are modern smelters entering a phase where PSC-based designs are no longer the default? The short answer is no,
Breaking News Today – Monday 12 January 2025
Business News Today Precious Metal's Surge on Global Instability Gold prices rose lifted more than 1,2% to above $4,570 per ounce this morning, reaching a fresh record high on growing geopolitical risks and concerns over the Federal Reserve's independence. Iran’s parliament speaker on Sunday warned the US and Israel against any intervention after President Trump
Founder Fridays: Farming In Heels
Agriculture and Farming in South Africa is often portrayed as traditional, male-dominated and difficult to access. This is especially true for women without land, capital or a farming background. For Kamohelo, this was not just a perception problem but a lived reality. Instead of allowing those barriers to define her place in the sector, she
Volvo recalls 372 EX30 electric vehicles in South Africa
South Africa’s National Consumer Commission has confirmed that Volvo Car South Africa is recalling 372 Volvo EX30 electric vehicles sold locally. The recall affects single-motor extended-range and twin-motor performance models from the 2024 to 2026 model years. Volvo says the action relates to a potential issue with the high-voltage battery, which in rare cases may