Patrice Motsepe and the Rumour of an ANC Presidential Bid South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe has become the centre of political speculation after a new website associated with him appeared online, fuelling talk about a potential ANC presidential bid ahead of the party’s next leadership conference in 2027. The site, launched with little prior notice,...
Pricing for Profit: Pricing for profit is the single most powerful lever a business has to protect margins and fund growth. Setting the right price is a disciplined process that balances costs, customer perception, market positioning and strategic objectives. This article explains the factors that affect price decisions, how to set prices without sending customers...
As we enter 2026, the landscape of commerce across the continent is experiencing a fundamental shift driven by the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area. Among the various pillars of this agreement, AfCFTA digital trade stands out as the most significant catalyst for economic integration. This review examines the current state of digital...
The African financial landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation. For the past decade, agency banking served as the primary tool for driving financial inclusion across the continent. This model relied on a network of human agents to provide basic cash-in and cash-out services. However, as the digital economy matures, startups are moving toward a more...
Top 5 Cross-Border Payment Gateways For the modern African entrepreneur, the border is no longer a barrier it’s an opportunity. However, the success of a scaling business often hinges on one critical piece of infrastructure: cross-border payment gateways. As we navigate 2026, the demand for seamless, low-cost international transactions has skyrocketed. Whether you are a...
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Afreximbank’s $8 Billion SA’s Economic bolster: A Strategic Economic Boost South Africa has secured a major economic commitment from African Export‑Import Bank, with a $8 billion economic bolster programme designed to accelerate industrial growth, strengthen trade, and support domestic businesses. The announcement came as South Africa formally became a full sovereign member of Afreximbank, gaining...
Zimbabwe Rejects $350m US Health Deal Over Sovereignty Concerns Zimbabwe has officially withdrawn from negotiations over a proposed health funding agreement with the United States after concluding that the terms threatened national sovereignty. The decision to rejected $350m US health deal has stirred debate over how far the country should go in accepting foreign assistance...
New Scramble for Africa: Power, Profit and the Battle for Influence Africa is once again at the centre of global attention. Major powers are competing for access to its resources, markets and strategic geography. The United States, China, Russia, France and several European and Gulf countries are investing heavily across the continent. This has revived...
South Africa Expands Production and Distribution of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccines South Africa has intensified efforts to contain recurring outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease through expanded production and deployment of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines, as authorities move to protect livestock, stabilize food supply chains, and limit further economic losses in the agricultural sector. Government veterinary services confirmed that...