Taxis saying goodbye to cash in Cape Town
The Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (Codeta) has announced the launch of a new cashless payment system, which is set to launch on June 1. Source: BusinessTech
Warning over DStv-owner’s next move in South Africa
Market analysts warn that DStv’s new owner, Canal+, is facing significant challenges in turnaround and integration following its acquisition of MultiChoice. Source: BusinessTech
South Africans throwing money into a black hole
South Africa’s growing gambling use is sapping income that would ordinarily be flowing into groceries, entertainment and mobile phone bills. Source: BusinessTech
City of Joburg secures R3.8 billion loan, and new tax on the cards for vehicle license renewals in South Africa
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 30 May 2026. Source: BusinessTech
Big changes for spam calls in South Africa
New amendments to the Consumer Protection Act impose a series of changes for direct marketers in South Africa. Source: BusinessTech
Popular shopping mall in South Africa’s capital sold for R148 million
A 50% stake in Mamelodi Square has been sold to JSE-listed Exemplar, bringing its stake in Tshwane mall to 100%. Source: BusinessTech
Great news for Cape Town
Cape Town’s dam levels have increased by about 20% in just one week due to a recent and unusual rainfall event, taking the city out of the ‘early drought caution’ stage. Source: BusinessTech
Woolworths increases security at all stores after explosions in South Africa
Woolworths has noted that it will be increasing security measures across all stores after explosions hit two of its branches in South Africa. Source: BusinessTech
How Miway turned claims into an online sentiment success story
In insurance, reputation can be earned or lost in a single moment. Source: BusinessTech
New driving laws for 62 municipalities in South Africa
The Department of Transport has confirmed it will roll out the new AARTO system to 62 municipalities from July 2026. Source: BusinessTech