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Retail centres thrive as ‘Belief Economy’ reshapes consumer values
SOUTH Africa’s retail centres are witnessing significant growth across all formats, propelled by an evolving consumer desire for connectivity and human interaction in a landscape marked by rapid transformation.
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August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Master Drilling Group reports a 399% half year profit increase
JSE-listed international drilling technology and services group Master Drilling Group increased taxed profit bya sharp 399% to $18.1 million in the six months to June 30.
2 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
AmaZulu aching to exploit under pressure Sekhukhune, says Dladla
AMAZULU assistant coach Simo Dladla is confident his side can take advantage of a Sekhukhune United team feeling the pressure as the two sides meet tonight at the Peter Mokaba Stadium for a 7.30pm kickoff.
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August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Understanding South Africa’s electricity sector: challenges and opportunities
IN RECENT weeks, we have examined South Africa's electricity industry and its deep links to political power and financial leverage.
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August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Protecting workers must be integral to SA’s economic strategy during turbulent times
THE newly introduced 30% tariff on South African goods exported to the United States of America is a major cause for concern for our country’s economy and threatens to further exacerbate our already significant unemployment crisis.
3 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
SDG 17, South Africa-style: We need practical collaborations that mobilise capital, technology
THE African Development Bank's (AfDB) recent approval of an R8.4 billion loan to bolster South Africa’s energy security, reform logistics, and support climate-resilient infrastructure, follows closely on the heels of the R94 billion Global Gateway agreement struck with the European Union (EU) in March.
2 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Businessman Matlala seeking bail in high-profile murder case
BUSINESSMAN Vusimuzi \"Cat\" Matlala, who appeared alongside his co-accused, will have to wait until next Tuesday to possibly bring a bail application.
1 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Madlanga commission stalls, minister acts
Delay due to key ICT systems not being ready
3 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
India readies for punishing tax
INDIAN exports to the US will face some of the highest tariffs in the world this week, barring a last-minute reversal from President Donald Trump.
3 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Loneliness knows no bounds: A call for connection
YOU may earn more than I do and live in a nicer house — but our loneliness is probably the same.
1 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
September fuel price outlook: Good news for diesel customers
ALTHOUGH the petrol price outlook has deteriorated in recent weeks, diesel customers can look forward to a significant price reduction from next Wednesday, September 3.
2 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Trump wants to meet Kim again
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump said this week he hoped to meet again with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, possibly this year, as he held White House talks with South Korea’s dovish new leader that got off awkwardly.
2 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Zulu Royal Household Trust eyes student accommodation investment project
WITH the need for student accommodation being a pressing issue across the province, the Zulu Royal Household Trust is seeking to take the gap in the property market and boost its finances.
3 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND PERIOD POVERTY STILL HOLDING SA GIRLS BACK
WOMEN’S Month in South Africa is a time to celebrate progress and reflect on the challenges that still lie ahead.
3 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
Parliamentary committee seeks clarity on SETA administration decisions
THE Higher Education Portfolio Committee wants Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela to explain why he placed three Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAS) under administration.
2 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
SAPS MUST PROTECT ALL, NOT SOME
THE breakdown in relations between police and communities is a product of the glaring disparities in resource allocation which became evident during the recent attack on three DA MPs in Cape Town.
1 min |
August 27, 2025
The Mercury
South Africa in the context of Africa's coup disease history
THE political stance aired by the SANDF chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, during his recent visit to Iran and the differing responses within the ANC to his violation of military protocol (The Mercury, August 22) should provoke alarm regarding South Africa's constitutional future.
1 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
How SA can leverage India’s playbook to co-create 1 million jobs through G20
IN NOVEMBER 2025, Johannesburg will host the G20 Summit — the world’s most influential gathering of political and business leaders — alongside the second Future of Jobs Summit™. This rare convergence of global attention and local action presents South Africa with a once-in-a-generation opportunity: to commit to and co-create one million new jobs by 2030.
3 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Punters can get on the side of 'Gold'
OLYMPIAN GOLD could get punters off to a good start at the Vaal today, but a warning is that he might well be drawn on the wrong side.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
The changing role of middle managers in the age of AI and chat technologies
ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) and workplace chat tools are transforming how organisations operate, communicate, and manage workloads.
3 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Payment delays for education assistants must be addressed
THE Democratic Alliance (DA) is deeply concerned by ongoing payment delays facing Education Assistants (EAs) in KwaZulu-Natal. These young people play an indispensable role in supporting both learners and teachers in our schools, yet they are being left in the lurch.
1 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Education department working on financial recovery plans for provinces
BASIC Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube highlighted that several provincial education departments in the country are facing severe financial constraints, but that they are facilitating the development of financial recovery plans for each of them, which include flushing out ghost learners and teachers.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
SIU uncovers major corruption syndicates at Tembisa Hospital
THE Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has confirmed that unlawfully obtained contracts at the Tembisa Tertiary Hospital will be cancelled following the discovery of more than 111 officials implicated in four corruption syndicates.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Loaned-out Saleng absence adds intrigue ahead of Pirates clash
ORLANDO Pirates’ rocky start to the season is beginning to take shape as they prepare to host newcomers Orbit College in the Betway Premiership at Orlando Stadium tonight (7.30pm kickoff).
1 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
SpaceX calls off rocket launch
SPACEX called off a planned test flight for its Starship megarocket at the weekend, saying it needed time to troubleshoot problems, in the latest setback for Elon Musk’s behemoth after a series of explosive failures.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
De Bruin praises ‘delightful performance
SPRINGBOK Women’s coach Swys de Bruin could not have asked for a more impressive start to their Women’s Rugby World Cup campaign than the record-breaking 66-6 victory over Brazil in Northampton on Sunday.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Italtile announces special dividend in a very tough market, share price surges
IN A NOTABLE display of resilience amidst challenging market conditions, Italtile has declared a special dividend of 98 cents per share for the financial year ending June, showcasing its strong cash reserves that exceed operational requirements.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Council mulls action on bias against black healthcare providers
HEALTH Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) is seeking legal opinion on appropriate actions to take following the investigation into systematic discrimination against black healthcare providers by medical schemes.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Richards Bay look to end losing streak
RICHARDS Bay FC head into their upcoming Betway Premiership clash with Chippa United desperate to turn their season around.
2 min |
August 26, 2025
The Mercury
Search continues for missing pilot after Durban crash
THE National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) remains committed to continuing the search operation for missing aerobatic pilot Andrew Blackwood-Murray who has been missing since his light aircraft crashed into the sea off Durban's Battery Beach two weeks ago.
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