Formal-sector employment fell by 14 000 in the second quarter of 2026, while full-time positions declined by 40 000, according to Stats SA’s Quarterly Employment Statistics.
Trade Minister Parks Tau says South Africa needs a stronger manufacturing and engineering base to expand economic growth and job creation, as government support helps Brimis…
Trellidor Holdings swung into an annual headline loss as revenue fell 20.3%, while lower debt and a restructuring formed part of management’s plan to restore profitability.
South African mining production contracted sharply in July, led by weaker platinum-group metals, coal and iron ore output, while manufacturing production increased modestly.
A Localisation Support Fund study estimates that applying existing local-content requirements more fully could generate R5.11 billion in local CTFL manufacturing revenue, add…
South Africa’s economy contracted by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026, with trade, manufacturing and mining weighing on growth. Economists said the decline was worse than…
South Africa’s latest economic data delivered mixed signals, with manufacturing confidence weakening while tourism and new vehicle sales improved.
South Africa’s Absa PMI fell to 45.8 in August, its lowest reading of 2026, as business activity and new sales orders weakened. Economists said subdued domestic demand remained a…
Explore the challenges and recovery efforts of KZN's manufacturing sector as industry experts discuss the impact of COVID-19, civil unrest, and flooding on local businesses.
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