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South Africa’s major sector remains resilient for now, but experts have warned that its heading into a perfect storm. Source: BusinessTech

Bolt is deeply concerned by reports of criminals attacking e-hailing drivers in South Africa, including in two incidents caught on video which went viral. Source: MyBroadband

Investec has applied for a banking licence in Ireland, as the bank looks to expand its presence in Europe. Source: BusinessTech

Trade minister Parks Tau published draft amendments to the flagship blueprint supporting the car industry that would introduce higher production credits and customs rebates for battery makers. Source: MyBroadband

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 23 May 2026. Source: BusinessTech

South African industrial electrical and electronics group Reunert has flagged below-expected national and local government investments in electrical infrastructure in its latest interim results. Source: MyBroadband

Driver training organisation MasterDrive has outlined the vehicles being targeted by hijackers in South Africa in 2026. Source: BusinessTech

Sanlam Alternative Investments has taken an equity stake in Africa GreenCo Group, which sector analyst Chris Yelland said was a vote of confidence for the emerging renewable energy trading industry. Source: MyBroadband

Thailand is cutting back visa-free access for tourists from 93 countries, including South Africa, as authorities crack down on foreign nationals accused of poor behaviour. Source: BusinessTech

There were 5,181 murders in South Africa from January to March 2026, averaging nearly 60 murders per day. Source: BusinessTech