The real test of localisation isn’t policy – it’s procurement
The real test of localisation isn't policy – it's procurement
Manufacturers say South Africa's buy-local ambitions are being undermined by procurement gaps, non-compliant imports and...
Cybercrime is a bigger threat to businesses than AI, says J2 CEO
Cybercrime is a bigger threat to businesses than AI, says J2 CEO
Businesses are looking in the wrong direction. The real danger is not AI...
From experience to expertise: The smart way to close South Africa’s skills gap
From experience to expertise: The smart way to close South Africa's skills gap
The divide between the workplace and higher education is a barrier that...
Engineering Shortage Sparks Major Qualification Expansion
Engineering Shortage Sparks Major Qualification Expansion
22 June 2026: The Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE) has launched five new engineering qualifications, ranging from Higher Certificate...
10,000 inspectors, one question: can your business prove its workers are legal?
10,000 inspectors, one question: can your business prove its workers are legal?
By Donné Nieman, Sales Director at Workforce Staffing
The Department of Employment and Labour’s...
Paying more for less? The July price hikes require advice and active citizenship
Paying more for less? The July price hikes require advice and active citizenship
From 1 July, South Africans will pay more for essential municipal services...
More new equipment for the Cape Town Container Terminal
More new equipment for the Cape Town Container Terminal
The Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) took delivery of another four new hybrid straddle carriers last...
Why service support is a real differentiator in a cost-constrained market
Why service support is a real differentiator in a cost-constrained market
It usually happens at the worst possible time.
The team is ready. The day’s work...
FLS strengthens African mining strategy ahead of Electra Mining Africa 2026
FLS strengthens African mining strategy ahead of Electra Mining Africa 2026
As mining operations across Africa continue to focus on productivity, improved sustainability and operational...
Grid capacity is South Africa’s real energy crisis
Grid capacity is South Africa’s real energy crisis
Wayne Cowie, CEO at Energy Exchange South Africa (EXSA), writes that grid expansion and battery storage technology...
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