Africa no longer seen as dumping ground for old planes, says Airbus
Airbus reconsiders African market amid demand surge, opening a support centre in Johannesburg to enhance local aviation industry growth.
Beer excise tax burden exceeds policy target, says Oxford Economics Africa report
New report reveals South Africa’s beer excise tax burden exceeds policy targets, placing pressure on the beer industry. Industry calls for stronger tax policy certainty.
Robin Hood and Standard Bank team up to address R90 billion in unclaimed assets
Robin Hood and Standard Bank’s OneHub launch a platform to help South Africans recover an estimated R90 billion in unclaimed assets.
Repo rate predictions: Economists expect cautious rate cuts
Economists predict a potential repo rate cut in September, with Frank Blackmore of KPMG suggesting conservative reductions based on inflation trends.
Acer TravelMate P4: a hybrid worker’s companion for productivity
Acer’s TravelMate P4 offers strong performance and sleek design for hybrid workers, but falls short on battery life and USB inputs. Ideal for SMB professionals.
Chicken price increases expected to ease in 2024
Chicken price increases in South Africa may ease in 2024, says Absa AgriTrends, due to a stronger rand and increased global production, providing relief to consumers.
KFC returns to Comic Con Africa with unique pop-up experience
KFC brings its Kentucky Town pop-up to Comic Con Africa 2024, offering a limited-edition menu, merchandise, and interactive activities for fans.
Spotify’s Mother of Music weekend lights up Cape Town
Spotify’s Mother of Music (MOM) weekend lit up Cape Town with events in District Six, Paarden Eiland, and Khayelitsha, featuring top local DJs and immersive experiences.
Scrabble and Toy Library Association team up to boost literacy in South Africa
Scrabble partners with Toy Library Association of SA to boost literacy levels in under-resourced communities through play supporting children’s learning.
Nedbank YES programme opens doors for aspiring market researcher
Bashley Mashego details how the Nedbank YES programme helped launch her career in market research, leading to significant personal and professional growth.