The Index flags Africa as a testing ground for ransomware and DDoS attacks. High incident volumes and ‘ransomware-as-a-service’ models raise insurance, compliance, and continuity costs for businesses.
The ratings agency says long-awaited reforms could finally lift South Africa onto a firmer growth path, with momentum expected to build steadily from 2026.
The MPC’s first rate cut in months underscores the SARB’s view that a lower target can support a gradual easing cycle.
The Information Regulator will push a test case to confirm whether unsolicited telephone calls qualify as ‘electronic communication’ under POPIA.
The customary wife failed to substantiate her claims of financial dependency and was shown to be estranged from the deceased.
The use of generative AI in search is on the rise and has profound implications for search engines like Google, as well as for companies that rely on clicks to make sales.
The judgment confirms that the National Consumer Commission can pursue suppliers for ongoing misconduct – even when they try to stall a complaint into expiry.
The Regulator’s recent enforcement notices relate to, among other cases, Jacob Zuma’s tax records and payments by the State Security Agency.
DataEQ’s 2025 Index shows that insurers’ positive brand campaigns are undermined by operational weaknesses in claims, billing, and responsiveness.
The former SARS employee and tax practitioner submitted false VAT returns and forged documents that led to R1.58m in improper refunds.
The asset manager lifted revenue by 10%, but headline EPS declined year-on-year once the prior period’s R561m SARS tax recovery fell away.
Employees don’t have a statutory right to a year-end bonus – payment depends on contract, collective agreement, policy, or binding past practice.
National Treasury is inviting submissions of technical tax proposals for possible inclusion in Annexure C of next year’s Budget Review.
A string of new cases shows how fraudsters are mimicking brands, cloning FSP numbers and impersonating officials to steal funds.
The MTBPS raises the 2025/26 gross revenue estimate by R19.7bn but warns of a R15.7bn shortfall against Budget estimates for 2026/27.
Deputy Minister of Transport provides updates on plans for a permanent RAF board, the Road Accident Benefits Scheme Bill, and appointing a new CEO.
Ryk de Klerk’s focus has shifted from picking AI ‘winners’ to identifying future ‘survivors’ – and balancing portfolios with undervalued, lower-risk Healthcare and Consumer Staples.
