Future 50, powered by FNB Business, has entered its third season, marking an important milestone in the evolution of a programme that is a well-recognised platform for accelerating high-growth South African businesses. Over the past two seasons, more than 100 entrepreneurial success stories have been showcased, with businesses profiled weekly on East Coast Radio’s Breakfast…
Helping young graduates and professionals enter the property market soone FNB has launched a market first home loan solution designed to help young South Africans enter the property market earlier by easing the financial pressures associated with the early years of homeownership. The solution allows qualifying graduates and young professionals under the age of 35…
By Bradley Elliott, CEO of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) platform RelyComply In some of South Africa’s most affluent suburbs, the concentration of visible wealth is impossible to ignore. Multi-million rand properties changing hands. Exotic vehicles are parked outside restaurants. Complex ownership structures sitting behind prime real estate. We all see it. And when visible wealth appears to…
Running a business in South Africa today requires more than ambition. Entrepreneurs face unique challenges, from managing cash flow in a cash‑heavy economy to navigating digital transformation and exploring new markets. To succeed, they need practical guidance, strong networks, and the confidence to act decisively. According to the 2024/2025 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report, an…
TANA MALINGA The Standard Bank Group reinforced its commitment to strengthening South Africa’s local economy through its headline partnership with Proudly South African at the 2026 Buy Local Summit & Expo. Held over two days, 16-17 March 2026, at the Sandton Convention Centre, the 14th Buy Local Summit & Expo brought together government leaders, corporate…
By Prof. Yudhvir Seetharam, Head of Analytics, Insights and Research at FNB Business In its 2025 Future of Jobs Report, the World Economic Forum projects that AI will displace around 92 million jobs by 2030. Data science itself – the very discipline that gave birth to modern machine learning – now appears on the list of professions…
TANA MALINGA As the iconic Absa Cape Epic celebrates its 20th anniversary, the milestone reflects far more than sporting excellence. It highlights the enduring value of strategic corporate partnerships and the powerful role major sporting events can play in driving economic growth and social development in South Africa. Since its inception, the globally renowned eight-day…
One‑tap payments powered by Stitch simplify checkout in the airline’s mobile app FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology…
Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has once again been ranked as Africa’s and South Africa’s Most Valuable Bank Brand by Brand Finance for the fifth consecutive year, with brand value growth of 19% year-on-year from R37,8bn to R45bn. Brand Finance evaluates over 5 000 of the world’s biggest brands annually across sectors to assess…
Here’s what you need to know With summer approaching, many homeowners are considering renting out their properties for short stays while they travel. It provides additional income and ensures the house doesn’t sit empty. However, transforming a personal residence into a hospitality business isn’t as simple as handing over the keys. As Steven van Rooyen,…
