BUDGET 2026 SIGNALS STABILITY, SME RELIEF AND A MORE PREDICTABLE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

BY: TANA MALINGA South Africa’s business community received a measured and reassuring message following the 2026 National Budget Speech delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Against a backdrop of improving fiscal credibility and a cautious economic recovery, government has opted for stability over shock measures. Instead of sweeping tax increases, the focus has shifted to…

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_Judah Drive Launches Community Outreach Initiative to Support Sasolburg’s Homeless and Disaster Victims_

Sasolburg, South Africa – The Judah Drive, a community-focused initiative under the House of Praise Ministries, is proud to announce the launch of its ongoing community outreach program. Since the beginning of Winter (July) until yesterday, the team has been diligently serving the community, donating essential items to those in need at Mooidrai in one…

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SME GROWTH EXPORTER PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FNB OPENS THE WORLD TO SA SME’S

South African SMEs don’t lack ambition, they lack access. As global markets open opportunities for growth, diversification, and job creation, many local businesses have products and services capable of competing internationally. Exporting represents a powerful lever for scaling South African enterprise and strengthening economic resilience. However, global trade is far from intuitive, it is complex and highly…

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THE REBIRTH OF UBUNTU CONCERT SHINES AS A TRIUMPH OF CULTURE AND UNITY

Tana Malinga The 4th edition of the Mayibuye iAfrika Concert, now proudly rebranded as The Rebirth of Ubuntu Concert, delivered a powerful and unforgettable celebration of culture at the South African State Theatre . The event drew overwhelming praise as audiences embraced a night dedicated to unity, transformation, and the living spirit of diversity. Created…

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PIKITUP IMPLEMENTS WEEKEND RECOVERY PLAN TO CLEAR WASTE COLLECTION BACKLOGS

Pikitup, the waste management entity of the City of Johannesburg, will be working over the weekend (14–15 March 2026) to implement a waste collection recovery plan aimed at normalising services in parts of the city affected by recent operational disruptions, including protest-related incidents. The recovery plan will prioritise areas serviced by the Randburg, Roodepoort, Central…

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STANDARD BANK EXECUTIVE UPDATE!

Standard Bank Group has announced the appointment of Sim Tshabalala as interim chief executive of The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited (SBSA) with effect from 8 April 2025, subject to regulatory approval. Accordingly, Sim will serve in a dual capacity as Chief Executive of Standard Bank Group and SBSA, and as executive director on…

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STANDARD BANK AIMS TO FUND 1,000 FREE TITLE DEEDS THROUGH EMPLOYEE DONATIONS TO CHANGE LIVES

For decades, millions of South Africans have lived in homes they don’t legally own, even though they’ve raised families there, repaired leaking roofs, and painted the walls year after year. These are homes filled with memories but lacking one vital thing: a title deed. That could change for 1,000 families in the foreseeable future. Through…

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