Economy

The global economy is at a pivotal moment, marked by profound shifts in regional growth patterns, technological innovation, and structural challenges. As inflation and high-interest rates reshape consumer behaviour and business investment, emerging markets demonstrate resilience while advanced economies navigate slower recovery paths.

In today’s fast-paced financial world, investors are spoiled for choice. With thousands of funds and countless options, making the right decision often feels overwhelming. The question is how do you choose the right investment at the right time? Aurora Capital believes the answer lies in one powerful concept – Low-Volatility-High-Predictability (LVHP).

The end of year exams has concluded for students at South Africa's largest university. Here's what students can do if they are unsatisfied with their Unisa exam results. 

Today, International SOS is releasing its 2025 Risk Outlook report revealing essential insights into the mounting challenges for organisational and workforce resilience, alongside risk predictions for the forthcoming year.

A recent survey on South Africans’ views of the new two-pot retirement savings system reveals widespread financial pressure, with 79% of those considering a withdrawal indicating they would use the funds to repay debt.

Nonprofit Inyathelo, which helps to build capacity in the sector, offers a checklist on how nonprofits can plan for a resilient, robust 2025.

As we get older, it's important that we plan for our old age. Part of this planning, is considering a retirement annuity. Let's dive into what this means and whether it's the right step for you.

South African nonprofit organisations which have chosen to register as NPOs under the Nonprofit Act, need to urgently comply with regulations such as submitting an annual report and financial statements. Non-compliance could soon result in being struck off the NPO register, warns the NPO Working Group.

The Digital Media Collective, a local award-winning digital media agency, has launched "Web in a Week," a reliable seven-day website solution tailored for South African SMEs. Recognizing the challenges faced by small business owners in establishing an online presence, the agency aims to alleviate the overwhelm associated with outdated websites and perceived budget constraints.

In collaboration with Niya Consulting, the DO MORE FOUNDATION (founded by RCL FOODS) launched the Township Economy Programme in 2019 to empower young women in rural South African communities as sustainable business owners. The initiative aims to equip these women—often the primary breadwinners in their families—with practical skills and business acumen, helping them navigate challenges like poverty, social obstacles, poor infrastructure, and limited resources.

DAC Systems, a leader in integrated business solutions, says companies should use cloud Private Branch Exchange (PBX) environments to enable a more integrated and secure communication infrastructure. This is especially important at a time when a distributed workforce needs to operate effectively regardless of geographic location.

South African enterprises in the financial, healthcare, and retail sectors are now prioritising data and AI projects to help them become more competitive and compliant. This is according to Digicloud partner Synthesis, a software development specialist that helps local enterprises achieve more value from digital projects.

The Building Industry Bargaining Council clarifies the ins and outs of the looming legislation and what it will mean for employers and workers.

With salaries frequently failing to keep pace with the cost of living, many South Africans are having to tighten their belts or look at ways of supplementing their income – and starting a side hustle in addition to an existing job is one way of making ends meet or achieving certain life goals.

Vincent Lilane, Business Development Representative at inDrive highlights how by addressing present challenges while simultaneously capitalising on growth opportunities, the ride-sharing industry can maximize its job creation and GDP contributions, benefiting both South Africa and its people.

‘Decent work’ not only ensures excellent working conditions, but a sustainable building industry as well. The Building Industry Bargaining Council unpacks the role of employers, workers and the public at large.

A survey of more than 5 000 employees last year established that only 36% of respondents were able to access a retirement fund, with only 7% of retirees feeling prepared for their retirement years. Here's how the Western Cape’s Building Industry Bargaining Council’s pension fund is ensuring that minor children of builders today can get the help they need once their parents pass on.

With South Africa getting closer to rolling out a digital nomad visa, it is a mix of good news for the economy but also a cause for concern about how it might affect our local coders, writes Mvelo Hlophe, CEO at Zaio.

Globally popular collective bargaining can invigorate a workforce to withstand market volatility and financial uncertainty while addressing issues of complexity.

Michael Gullan provides solutions on how organisations can foster a high-performance culture while mitigating burnout and stress on their management teams.