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Canal+ Now Runs DStv: Is the Takeover Good or Bad for South Africa?

Canal+ Now Runs DStv: Is the Takeover Good or Bad for South Africa?

Canal+ has completed its takeover of MultiChoice. We weigh the price freeze and R30bn local content pledge against Showmax's shutdown, SuperSport losing control, and pressure on local production.

The Humpback Whales Are Back: Record 'Supergroups' Return to South Africa's Cape Coast

The Humpback Whales Are Back: Record 'Supergroups' Return to South Africa's Cape Coast

A record 299-whale supergroup off Cape Town's coast made global headlines in 2026. Here's what's driving it, the new dangers whales face, and where to see them yourself.

South Africa's Liquidation Numbers for 2026: What the Data Actually Shows

South Africa's Liquidation Numbers for 2026: What the Data Actually Shows

Stats SA quietly revised its liquidation numbers up almost 90%, and its insolvency series just returned after 5 years dark. What 2026 actually shows.

Gauteng School Admissions 2027: Grade 1 and Grade 8 Dates, Documents and Tips

Gauteng School Admissions 2027: Grade 1 and Grade 8 Dates, Documents and Tips

GDE's 2027 online admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 open 5 August 2026. Here's what to have ready and how to avoid the portal's common pitfalls.

South Africa's Narrow Tax Base: Can It Keep Funding the Grants?

South Africa's Narrow Tax Base: Can It Keep Funding the Grants?

South Africa's tax system leans on a tiny slice of high earners to fund grants reaching 26.5 million people. Here's what the numbers say.

South Africa's Water Infrastructure Crisis Explained

South Africa's Water Infrastructure Crisis Explained

SA's dams are full, but ageing pipes, failing sewage works and 47% non-revenue water mean the taps still fail. Here's the full picture.

How Bad Is South Africa's Air Quality, Really?

How Bad Is South Africa's Air Quality, Really?

On a still winter morning Johannesburg has ranked as the most polluted big city on earth. Here's what's driving it, who pays the price, and what you can do.

VAT Deregistration in South Africa: The Exit Bill Nobody Mentions

VAT Deregistration in South Africa: The Exit Bill Nobody Mentions

The threshold rose to R2.3 million on 1 April 2026 and a lot of businesses can now leave the VAT net. Leaving has a bill attached that most guides skip.

Why Profitable Businesses Run Out of Cash in South Africa

Why Profitable Businesses Run Out of Cash in South Africa

Cash flow, not a lack of profit, is the leading reason SA small businesses fail. Here's why it happens and what actually fixes it.

Is a Hybrid Car Worth It in South Africa? (2026 Guide)

Is a Hybrid Car Worth It in South Africa? (2026 Guide)

The real answer comes down to how much you drive, not a national average. Here's what actually shapes it for a hybrid in South Africa.

Is an Electric Car Worth It in South Africa? (2026 Guide)

Is an Electric Car Worth It in South Africa? (2026 Guide)

The real answer depends on home charging, mileage and how long you keep the car, not a national average. Here's what actually shapes it in SA.

Rhinoboard Ceiling Cost in South Africa

Rhinoboard Ceiling Cost in South Africa

Every page quotes a per-square-metre range and none of them say what is inside it. Here is the whole bill, line by line, and why two quotes differ by thousands.