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Transnet Group CEO Michelle Phillips said the entity's recovery plan is finally producing measurable results.
THE NATIONAL EXCLUSIVE
Video

Inside Transnet’s remarkable R4.6 billion turnaround

In an exclusive interview, CEO Michelle Phillips opens up on the decisions, setbacks and battles behind Transnet’s recovery.

  • Siphelele Dludla
6 min read
The effectiveness of AI depends on the quality of the underlying data, the systems with which it interacts, the quality of the models, the skills of the people using them and the governance surrounding their use.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

SARS AI expansion: What taxpayers must expect

Experts explain what taxpayers can expect as SARS expands its use of AI in tax compliance and enforcement.

  • Given Majola
7 min read
The body of the ninth women believed to be in her early 20's was discovered by a jogger in Dawnpark, Ekurhuleni, on Thursday, 17 September 2026, following a gruesome discovery of 8 other women found in different parts of Ekurhuleni in the past two weeks.
EKURHULENI

Inside Ekurhuleni: Deaths, corruption cases and an election

Ekurhuleni is facing a reckoning on several fronts.

  • Vivian Warby
7 min read
The inaugural State of Medical Schemes Report reveals that almost 9 million South Africans who earn above the tax threshold are choosing not to join medical schemes.
MEDICAL AID CONTRIBUTIONS

Nearly 9 million working South Africans struggle to afford medical aid

An HFA report estimates that 8,79 million South Africans earn above the tax threshold but remain outside medical schemes, as contributions rise faster than many household incomes.

  • Gcwalisile Khanyile
5 min read
South Africa’s latest economic data delivered mixed signals, with manufacturing confidence weakening while tourism and new vehicle sales improved. The rand remained relatively stable despite higher oil prices and global inflation concerns.
PMI

Sunday review: Rand holds firm as SA data paints mixed picture of economy

South Africa’s latest economic data delivered mixed signals, with manufacturing confidence weakening while tourism and new vehicle sales improved.

  • Ashley Lechman
  • Yogashen Pillay
5 min read
(From left) Commissioner Adv. Sesi Baloyi SC, Chairperson Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and Commissioner Adv. Sandile Khumalo, SC in consultation during a hearing of the probe into criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system on August 17.
SOUTH AFRICA

Strengthening SA's security: The path forward after Madlanga

Exploring challenges faced and the necessary structural changes required to enhance institutional integrity and combat organised crime.

  • Dr. Reneva Fourie
6 min read
Cosatu has presented its strong support for the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting Terrorism Financing) Bill, highlighting its importance in combating crime and corruption in South Africa. This legislation aims to enhance the country's financial integrity and protect public resources.
LEGISLATION

Cosatu backs anti-corruption efforts: The General Laws Amendment bill explained

Cosatu has presented its strong support for the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combatting Terrorism Financing) Bill, highlighting its importance in combating crime and…

  • Zingiswa Losi
6 min read