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Travel, Hospitality & Leisure

Durban Launches Tourism Month 2026

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille officially launched Tourism Month 2026 in Durban, emphasizing digital innovation, local travel growth, and affordable domestic holiday packages.

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Technology & Digital Strategy

Data Centre Sector Expands Rapidly

South Africa's data centre capacity is expanding rapidly, positioning the nation as a core digital hub for the continent while increasing the demand for robust cyber and power...

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Startups & Venture Capital

Moove Reaches Unicorn Valuation

African-founded mobility fintech Moove achieved unicorn status with a $2.1 billion valuation following a major $250 million Series C funding round to drive international expansion.

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Real Estate & Development

Soweto Sees First Security Estate

Cosmopolitan Projects has launched Emperors Security Estate, marking the first full-title security residential development inside Soweto as urban township property markets...

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Media, Marketing & PR

Hook, Line & Sinker Wins Top Award

Cape Town-based PR and marketing agency Hook, Line & Sinker was named Best Integrated Agency in South Africa at the African Excellence Awards for its creative digital...

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Market Research & Analytics

SARB Targets Derivatives Clearance

The South African Reserve Bank announced plans to finalise rules requiring over-the-counter derivatives to be centrally cleared by 2028 to enhance market transparency and reduce...

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M&A & Corporate Finance

Iran War Cools SA M&A Market

South Africa's mergers and acquisitions market lost momentum in the first half of 2026, with total deal values dropping 23 percent as global conflict fueled corporate caution.

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Legal, Regulatory & Compliance

Law Society Flags AML Provisions

The Law Society of South Africa has called for clearer procedural safeguards during public hearings on the General Laws Amendment Bill concerning expanded regulatory inspection...

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Infrastructure & Energy

R1 Trillion Infrastructure Push

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined a massive R1 trillion infrastructure investment plan spanning energy transmission, rail, and ports to serve as a catalyst for industrial renewal.

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Industrial & Supply Chain

Supply Chains Face Global Pressures

South African manufacturers and supply chain networks are grappling with rising energy costs, freight disruptions, and global geopolitical tensions impacting imported raw material...

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Human Capital & HR

Future of HR Conference Set for JHB

The Future of HR Conference 2026 is returning to Johannesburg to help human capital leaders tackle critical skills shortages, workforce retention, and the rapid integration of...

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Healthcare & Medical Tourism

SA Medical Tourism Surges Ahead

South Africa's medical tourism market is expanding rapidly, driven by world-class healthcare facilities, expert professionals, cost-effective procedures, and rising international...

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