South Africa’s rand is poised to end the year with the biggest jump since 2009 as the dollar’s weakness, combined with political stability at home, bolstered the nation’s allure for investors.
Consolidation in the crowded Chinese electric vehicle sector is expected to accelerate.
Many in the industry are forecasting a shortage of the metal as the global economy electrifies, leading to a series of approaches among big miners, including a failed bid by BHP for Anglo American Plc.
Oxford Economics reckons that over the next 10 years, demand for drinkable water will increase by more than 10% in some areas.
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Monday, 29 December 2025.
The Japanese automaker’s results serve as a barometer for the industry’s struggle to balance strong long-term demand with short-term economic and policy headwinds.
Health, retirement, crooks and tax issues topped the list.
Gerstner’s nine-year tenure as chairman and CEO of the company known as “Big Blue” is often used as a case study in corporate leadership.
Severe storms and high winds wreaked havoc on South Africa’s electricity supply over the weekend, resulting in power disruptions on Eskom’s network in several provinces.
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