Woolworths unveils next-gen store at Tyger Valley Shopping Centre
Woolworths Tygervalley in Cape Town has officially reopened its doors to the public following months of an extensive renovation, unveiling the brand’s next generation store format.
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Unemployment in South Africa jumps past 33% as jobs crisis deepens
The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) from Stats SA shows that South Africa’s unemployment rate has increased again, jumping to 33.2% in Q2.
Read MoreInternational car brand making a big return to South Africa
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), a subsidiary of India’s largest automotive company, Tata Motors, has officially announced its return to South Africa.
Read MoreInternational investors flocking to buy these properties in South Africa to run successful businesses
International investors are flocking to buy hospitality properties in South Africa to run successful businesses.
Read MoreAbsa clients can earn up to 60% cash back on their Checkers and Sixty60 shopping
Absa and Shoprite have teamed up in a new partnership that will allow the bank’s customers and members of its rewards programme to earn cash back when shopping at the retailer’s stores.
Read MoreCapitec’s new era begins with a bang
Despite implementing a reduced and simplified fee structure in the first half of its 2026 financial year, Capitec grew its transaction income and earnings over this period.
Read MoreKenyan lender KCB Group reports 7% rise in first-half pretax profit
NAIROBI, Aug 13 (Reuters) – Kenyan lender KCB Group’s first-half pretax profit rose 7%, helped by higher interest income, the bank said on Wednesday.
Read MoreSouth African rand extends gains after business confidence, retail sales data
The South African rand extended its gains on Wednesday, boosted by a weaker dollar after the release of a domestic business confidence index and retail sales figures.
Read MoreChad: Little hope for democracy after Masra verdict
The 20-year sentence against former Prime Minister Succes Masra signals an ever-shrinking space for dissent under chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby. Some fear this could inflame tensions in a country in transition.
Read MoreMacron acknowledges French colonial repression in Cameroon
French President Emmanuel Macron has acknowledged the violence committed by French troops as Cameroon fought for its independence. It comes as African leaders reassess France's ongoing presence on the continent.
Read MoreMajor trading route for South African companies to be cut off
An important trading route for South African exporters is being cut. Global shipping giant Maersk has announced it will no longer offer direct shipments between South Africa and the United States.
Read MoreMajor South African chicken producer set for 200% earnings boost
Rainbow Chicken expects to report strong results for its 2025 financial year, thanks to higher sales volumes and lower costs.
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