Budget Speech 2026: The turning point?

Riding on the momentum of structural reforms, lower interest rates and higher investment, growth is expected to reach 1.6%, up 0.2% from 2025.
Wandile Sihlobo appointed Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land

In addition to his work as Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) and member of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, Sihlobo is a Senior Lecturer Extraordinary at Stellenbosch University.
Flags of the future with Clem Sunter – futurist, strategist, visionary (1944 – 2026)

Clem Sunter joined Anglo America in 1966 in London, through its gold division, then moved to its Zambia division and later moved with them to South Africa in 1973. Later he was tasked with devising different scenarios for future proofing the organisation. In this Business Unusual podcast from the days of lockdown, the late scenario planner joined Ralf Fletcher to discuss what the future might hold. At the time, the pandemic had made the world incredibly vulnerable and they spoke of the importance of being like a fox: agile, adaptive and ready for change Clem identified 4 main ‘flags’ which are still relevant six years later: LISTEN NOW
Why corporate wellness is a strategic imperative – not a nice to have

Corporate wellness today is not a standalone initiative; it is the holistic result of a deliberate corporate agenda.
Influencers are the new golden thread of marketing: Humanz 2026 Benchmark Report

In 2026, the brands that win are not the ones shouting louder, although paid media has (certainly) made this possible.
Are podcast interviews a waste of time?

If you’re still thinking about doing podcasts as just another interview or media obligation then you’re already behind.
HEINEKEN Beverages steps up as Gold partner to anchor national sustainability summit

Scheduled for 24-25 March 2026 at the Indaba Hotel, Fourways, the summit arrives at a critical juncture for global and African sustainability action.
Hanna Somatics could change your life – what is it?

Hanna Somatics uses a technique called pandiculation (think of that natural yawn-and-stretch movement you make when waking up) to “wake up” those forgotten muscles.
What South Africa can learn from other markets to power the energy transition

In a unique period of modernisation and liberalisation, lessons from other markets hold the opportunity for South Africa’s energy transition.
How skills development can drive economic and social cohesion

Skills development (SD) is no longer a Human Resources initiative, it has become an international imperative, and a critical form of capital.