By Charlene Louw, CEO, Beer Association of South Africa (BASA) South Africa’s beer industry is entering 2026 with renewed confidence and a clear sense of purpose. Despite economic pressure and a changing regulatory environment, brewing remains deeply woven into our social fabric, our agricultural economy and our everyday moments of connection. Beer is more than…
BY:TANA MALINGA South Africa’s mining sector remains a cornerstone of the economy, contributing 6-7% to GDP, generating over 50% of merchandise export earnings, and supporting more than 450,000 direct jobs, with many more across mining value chains, according to the Minerals Council South Africa. As global demand rises for critical minerals such as platinum group…
BY:TANA MALINGA South Africa’s brewing and farming future took a bold step forward today.Soufflet Malt, the world’s leading malt producer, has officially launched construction of a €100 million (R2 billion) malting facility in Midvaal, Gauteng, a landmark investment set to transform the country’s agricultural and brewing value chain. Built next to HEINEKEN Beverages’ Sedibeng Brewery,…
Few technologies have generated as much excitement in financial services as artificial intelligence (AI). In compliance and financial crime, the conversation has been relentless. AI as the answer to scale, cost pressure, talent shortages and ever-more sophisticated criminal behaviour. Yet as we move into 2026, a more honest picture is emerging. AI has delivered real…
The Florida Library was buzzing with excitement as it opened its doors to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. Learners from Royal College and Bright Minds arrived in their neatly pressed uniforms, their eyes wide with curiosity as they were introduced to their local hub of knowledge. Librarian Ziphozethu Zuka led the activities with enthusiasm, turning…
BY:TANA MALINGA Health authorities have confirmed more than 800 malaria cases and 12 related deaths in Limpopo Province since April 2025, raising concern about the spread of the mosquito-borne disease in the region. Malaria is caused by parasites transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. Limpopo is one of South Africa’s malaria-endemic provinces, with…
BY: TANA MALINGA Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) will host the second edition of its flagship African Markets Conference (AMC 2026) from 22 to 24 February 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. The conference will bring together global institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, African policymakers, and financial leaders with one clear goal: to…
On Friday, 10 April 2026, the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon Trail Run offers trail running enthusiasts a rare chance to experience the beauty and challenge of Table Mountain’s iconic trails.Celebrating its 13th edition, the 2026 event features two action-packed distances – +-16 km and +-24 km – weaving through some of Table Mountain’s most breathtaking terrain. “Both…
BY: TANA MALINGA Uber Eats and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development are celebrating a powerful win for township economies, a partnership that has unlocked over R1 billion in value and opened new doors for local businesses and delivery partners across the province. Marked in Johannesburg on 3 February 2026, the Township Celebration reflected on…
LEGISLATIVE BACKGROUND At the end of every month, Accounting Officers of municipalities submit financial statements to the Gauteng Provincial Treasury detailing their state of municipal budgets as required by Section 71.1 of the Municipal Finance Management Act, No.56 of 2003 (MFMA). Furthermore, on a quarterly basis, the Gauteng Provincial Treasury compiles a consolidated statement on…
