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Standard Bank partners with Metair Investments to restructure R4bn debt
STANDARD Bank has partnered with Metair Investments to facilitate a comprehensive restructuring of the South African automotive components and energy storage group's approximately R4 billion debt.
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May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Leon's track record dispels DA's narrative of 'skilled diplomat'
His 'skill' lies largely in catering to the sensibilities of the powerful
4 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Afrimat to focus on profitability after a period of acquisitions
AFRIMAT, the multi-commodity, mid-tier mining group, has come through a cycle of acquisitions as part of its strategy of asset diversification and will focus on realising the significant potential of all its businesses in the new financial year.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
World Union of Wholesale Markets Conference highlights Africa's role in global food security
INDUSTRY leaders and government officials descended at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg on Thursday as the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference kicked off.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Court security at risk due to budget cuts
JUSTICE and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has said that budget cuts have severely limited the ability of her department to bolster security measures at courts.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
The risks of cancelling your insurance during a financial crisis
IN THIS tough economic climate, many policyholders are forced to make difficult financial decisions, sometimes sacrificing their short-term or non-life insurance coverage to save money, says Edite Teixeira-Mckinon, Lead Ombud of the Non-life Insurance Division of the National Financial Ombud Scheme (NFO).
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Arrows in need of a spark ahead of KZN derby clash
GOLDEN Arrows are in desperate need of a spark to get their season back on track as they prepare to visit Richards Bay FC in the Betway Premiership KZN derby tomorrow at the King Zwelithini Stadium (3pm kick-off).
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Fat, aggressive snoek aplenty at Umgeni mouth before you finish your morning coffee
IF you've been dreaming of bent rods, screaming reels, and salt spray stinging your cheeks, now’s the time to make it happen.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
T9 bakkie sets new SA 24-hour record
AS SO often happens in South Africa, there’s lots of banter around a braai fire as well as discussions, heated arguments and occasionally, there’s even a challenge thrown in which, more often than not, is forgotten when the fires have died down.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Safety of South Africans in the IPL is non-negotiable, SACA insists
THE health and safety of South African players competing in the IPL is of paramount importance, according to Andrew Breetzke, CEO of the South African Cricketers' Association (SACA).
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Dobson overhauls Stormers ahead of final round-robin clash against Cardiff
THE Stormers took a calculated risk with their team to face Cardiff on Friday to ensure all their players in contention for the playoffs will have sufficient rugby minutes under their belt when the knockouts take place.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Trump: deal between US, Iran 'within reach'
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump said yesterday that the US was getting very close to securing a nuclear deal with Iran, and Tehran had “sort of” agreed to the terms.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Revived nameplate for new hybrid SUV with impressive 200km electric range
IN A further diversion from its original plan to go electric-only by the end of this decade, Volvo has partially revealed an all-new plug-in hybrid SUV.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Ramaphosa's crucial US visit
Diplomatic push to reset relations
3 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
How will SA batting order look in WTC Final?
SHUKRI Conrad has already named his opening pair for the Proteas’ World Test Championship final against Australia — a bold move that has set the tone for what could be a fiercely contested clash at Lord’s next month.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Persistent decline in mining production signals trouble for South Africa's economy
THE South African mining sector, characterised by its energy-intensive nature, is facing numerous challenges that threaten its export potential and overall viability.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Chiefs turn their focus to the Top 8 aspirations after Nedbank Cup triumph
KAIZER Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove says the team must suspend their Nedbank Cup celebrations to fully focus on securing a Top 8 finish.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Sharks need to empty tank and beat Scarlets to avoid Stormers
IF the Sharks hold their nerve as the United Rugby Championship league phase concludes this weekend, the rewards could be substantial - a home quarter-final and semi-final are within reach.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Equites to dispose of its UK portfolio and focus on better growth opportunities in South Africa
\"I DON’T think the UK has had as good a property portfolio for sale in several years,\" is how Equites Property Fund CEO Andrea Taverna-Turisan described the market where the REIT plans to dispose of its seven large logistics facilities.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Bulls to honour Hendricks in final URC round-robin match with power 23
THERE will undoubtedly be a sombre atmosphere at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday when the Bulls take on the Dragons in the final regular season match of the United Rugby Championship.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
How values and unity powered Sundowns' title triumph
MIGUEL Cardoso’s presence may seem understated on the touchline, but his philosophy roars through every performance his side delivers.
3 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Significant triumph for Downs coach
ON A NIGHT brimming with excitement and anticipation, Mamelodi Sundowns celebrated their crowning achievement by clinching the inaugural Betway Premiership title with a commanding 3-0 victory over Chippa United in East London on Wednesday.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Karooooo's CEO outlines ambitious plans for expansion and profitability
KAROOOOO, which owns the vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions company Cartrack, has four difficult years behind it and is looking to the new financial year to build growth momentum, said the founder and CEO Zak Calisto.
2 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
'Crime is planned from prison,' says former police minister Bheki Cele
FORMER Police Minister Bheki Cele has made a shocking revelation, claiming that most of South Africa's violent crime is being planned and organised from behind bars by inmates serving life sentences.
3 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
The chess metaphor in unhealthy relationships
IN HEALTHY relationships, there are no elements of either winning or losing.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Racing the new GR Yaris: insights from our driver
IT WAS the closest racing yet seen in the Toyota GR Cup Challenge this season as we tackled the Aldo Scribante Circuit in Gqeberha.
4 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Durban gears up for global take-off with new air connectivity plans
STRATEGIC new airline routes are being planned over the next two to three years in KwaZulu-Natal - bolstering efforts to secure direct international flights to Durban and strengthen local tourism.
3 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Artists march to Union Buildings over collapse of arts funding institutions
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa, through his office, has confirmed having received a memorandum of demands from a group of artists who, this week, marched to Union Buildings and the offices of the Department of Sports Arts and Culture, in Tshwane, seeking the president’s intervention over the collapse of institutions that fund the arts.
1 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Durban mother handed 20 years for toddler's murder
A 35-YEAR-OLD woman has been sentenced to 20 years imprisonment by the Durban High Court after she pleaded guilty to strangling and killing her three-year-old baby girl.
3 min |
May 16, 2025
The Mercury
Trump's deportations betray American ideals
ON January 20 this year, Donald Trump was inaugurated for his second and final term as President of the United States, the ‘leader of the free world. However, today there are few characteristics that can define the US as free, especially for non-white citizens or migrants.
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