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When the G20 Summit convenes in South Africa, the world’s leaders will gather under the theme of Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability. These are powerful ideals, yet they cannot be realised without tackling one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, the rising cost and frequency of disasters.Over the past 50…

Last week, on the 29th of October 2025, young climate leaders, policymakers, and negotiators gathered at the COP30 Youth Dialogue hosted by the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) South Africa 2025, supported by the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) and funded by the European Union. The event, themed “Towards a Compact…

South Africa’s unemployment rate, currently at 32,9%, represents not merely a statistical indicator but a profound socio-economic crisis with far-reaching human consequences. For our nation, 32.9% means that 8.2 million people, including 62.4% of young South Africans aged 15 to 24, are unable to support themselves or their families. It…

South Africa has called for deeper international cooperation to ensure that the global race for critical minerals supports sustainable development, industrialisation, and shared prosperity across Africa.Speaking at the G20 Critical Minerals Framework Partnership Engagement on Tuesday, Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe said Africa stands at a pivotal…

Last week’s column examined the study titled “South Africa’s Energy Sector Investment Requirements to Achieve Energy Security and Net Zero Goals by 2050”. The work provides a quantified pathway to a secure and least-cost electricity system that can be financed at scale if policy aligns with timely project execution. The…

 In a significant move towards enhancing inclusive trade in Africa, the B20 Trade & Investment Taskforce has released a Special Report outlining essential conditions for increasing participation of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), particularly women and youth, in the global economy.This report has been notably bolstered by the contributions…

Absa has joined forces with HEINEKEN Beverages to inject a boost into South Africa’s struggling small business sector, unveiling a R1.2 billion funding initiative aimed at scaling black-owned SMEs and strengthening economic resilience.This HEINEKEN collaboration signals a bold step forward in driving inclusive economic growth, fostering financial inclusion, and building…

Telkom SA, the third largest South African telecoms group, delivered a sturdy 16.3% increase in earnings as it continued to leverage the advantage of its extensive fibre footprint to drive service and data growth.“A remarkable example of such competitiveness is that our Mobile business delivered market-leading service revenue growth for…

As Johannesburg opens its doors to the world, thousands of delegates, support staff, business leaders, and media teams are flocking to the city for the highly anticipated G20 summit. This global event not only serves as a platform for international dialogue among governments but also promises to significantly boost local…

Moody's Ratings has said that South Africa’s latest Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) signals a modest yet meaningful improvement in the country’s fiscal trajectory.This marked the first time since the pandemic that government deficit projections have not worsened relative to the main budget.According to the National Treasury, stronger-than-expected tax revenue…