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Economic Freedom Fighters Youth Leader and MP Sihle Lonzi called for a bold reform of South Africa’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policy. He proposed that the cancellation of student debt be added as a measurable element on the BEE scorecard, shifting it from a compliance-driven exercise to a genuine driver of human capital development. […]

Tokyo’s Private Sector Is Emerging as a Major Partner in Africa’s Economic Transformation Once hesitant and confined to donor status, Japanese corporations are now seizing opportunities across Africa—led by private capital and strategic investment. By Ben Payton – African Business According to African Business, Japan today accounts for only about 0.5% of Africa’s foreign direct

Fuel for Innovation: How UK R&D Tax Credits Are Driving the Future of Manufacturing In the UK’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, R&D tax credits are becoming a game-changer for manufacturers aiming to stay ahead in the digital age. By Ramin Yasseri – Leyton As factories embrace smart technologies—from automation and AI to advanced data analytics—these

South Africa’s mining sector has long been a cornerstone of the economy — but the conversation is shifting from pure profit to the health and wellbeing of the people who make it possible. In a powerful new opinion piece for Business Times, James Morotoba argues that mining companies must treat employee wellness not as a

As South Africa faces mounting economic headwinds and urgent calls for growth, the question is back on the table: does ESG — environmental, social and governance investing — still have a place in how we manage money? In a recent Business Day opinion piece, Ricardo Smith challenges local investors to get real about the value

The future of online shopping is being reshaped in real time — and it’s social. Shopify, a global e-commerce powerhouse, is rewriting the rules by making it easier for merchants to sell directly through social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The company’s latest integrations are turning likes and shares into instant sales, as

In a powerful call to action, Dick van Ommeren, Managing Director of Triodos Investment Management, challenges investors to rethink how and why they invest—urging a shift from short-term profits to long-term, purpose-led value creation. By Dick van Ommeren – Triodos Investment Management Drawing a striking parallel between parenting and investing, Van Ommeren suggests that the

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) shouldn’t be treated as a checkbox—it’s an opportunity to build meaningful, purpose-driven connections with society. That’s the message echoed in a growing call across industries: stop letting CSR become a creative wasteland. By Harshal Thakur – Social Samosa In a thought-provoking analysis, experts argue that brands often treat CSR as a

Thandabantu Park in Dunoon, Cape Town—once overrun by illegal dumping, sand mining, and neglect—is getting a second chance thanks to a R650,000 investment by Ciolli Brothers, a local construction materials company. By Peter Luhanga – GroundUp What was once a wasteland filled with rubbish and rats is now being reshaped into a safe, green community