As businesses face growing pressure to attract and retain skilled employees, many are reassessing whether their employee benefits still reflect the realities facing most working families. While retirement and medical aid remain employee benefits core offerings, forward-thinking employers are looking to provide benefits to their employees that address long-term financial risks beyond the workplace. Education…

Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has announced the financial close of a R11.5 billion deal that sees Vodacom, the biggest telecommunications company in South Africa by subscribers, acquire a 30% stake in Maziv, the owner of Dark Fibre Africa and Vumatel, in a new single fibre-providing entity. Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) was…

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…