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The SA Business Journal is a business to business publication showcasing South Africa to the world as a premium investment destination. The publication showcases the confidence that global brands have in South Africa. In support of Brand SA and the Department of Trade and Industry, who market South Africa to over 120 countries, SA Business Journal offers trade partners and investors a platform of information when considering the scope of their investment opportunities in South Africa. With the work we do, we seek to bridge the gap between SMMEs and investors, bringing them together and therefore strengthening the economy of South Africa and curbing the unemployment rate
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13/08/2026

STANDARD BANK POSTS R26.1BN HALF-YEAR EARNINGS

SLy Khumalo

Standard Bank Group has delivered R26.1 billion in half-year headline earnings, highlighting the strength of its diversified African banking franchise.

But behind the record performance is a powerful people story.

Group CEO Sim Tshabalala points to the contribution of approximately 50,000 employees, with disciplined ex*****on and continued investment in people, skills and technology helping to drive the group's performance.

The earnings mix is equally revealing:

🇿🇦 South Africa — 51%
🌍 Rest of the region — 49%

The numbers underline Standard Bank's evolution from a predominantly South African institution into a truly pan-African financial powerhouse.

Our latest analysis looks at how people, discipline, technology and African diversification are shaping the bank's next phase of growth.

Watch out for the full detailed article in the SA Business Journal.

01/08/2026

Applications for the 2026 Presidential MSME & Cooperatives Awards are now open! 🏆

Championing local excellence for a globally competitive South Africa, this year's Awards recognise resilient and innovative enterprises driving economic growth and creating sustainable value.

📅 Applications close: 14 August 2026
🌐 Apply online: https://tinyurl.com/56y22rh5

28/07/2026

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW | SA BUSINESS JOURNAL

What does the future of hospitality look like?

According to Jacob Messina, CEO of Stayntouch, it will be driven by cloud technology, automation, cybersecurity and, above all, a relentless focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.

During an exclusive interview at the Kloof Street Hotel in Cape Town, the SA Business Journal explored how digital transformation is redefining the global hospitality industry and why Africa presents one of the greatest opportunities for innovation and growth.

Our upcoming feature examines:
✅ The future of cloud-based hotel operations.
✅ How technology enhances the guest experience.
✅ Leadership in an era of rapid digital change.
✅ Africa's growing role in the global hospitality landscape.

Don't miss this exclusive feature, coming soon in the SA Business Journal.

22/07/2026

President assents laws advancing ease of doing business

The Department of Home Affairs has on Monday gazetted the launch of Phase II of its highly successful Trusted Employer Scheme (TES), marking another major step in modernising South Africa's immigration system to reduce red tape, attract investment and support economic growth and job creation.

Building on the success of the first phase, the expanded scheme will now include companies involved in strategic infrastructure projects, businesses establishing regional and global headquarters in South Africa, and qualifying entities in the financial sector.

It also forms part of the department's broader digital transformation agenda and features a dedicated online application process that will ultimately be integrated into the world-class Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) platform. Read more: zurl.co/9RzVv

SLy Khumalo

18/07/2026

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi joined by Gauteng Economic Development MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, City of Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise, AIDC Board Chairperson Meloney van Eck and CEO Andile Africa officially relaunched the Gauteng Automotive Learning Centre as a Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.

The upgraded training facility is designed to provide hands-on skills development for young people from disadvantaged communities, introducing them directly to the operations of the automotive sector.

By bridging the gap between advanced manufacturing training and actual job opportunities, the centre aims to boost employment and drive economic growth in the province. This investment reflects the Gauteng Provincial Government's commitment to building a modern, inclusive economy that creates real opportunities and improves the daily lives of residents.

25/02/2026

SA Business Journal is attending the LMA & ICMA Annual Africa Summit as a Media Partner, delivering in-depth editorial coverage on the future of Africa’s loan and bond markets.

Organised by the Loan Market Association (LMA) and the International Capital Market Association (ICMA), the Summit brings together over 1,000 senior stakeholders from Africa and globally — including issuers, investors, regulators, DFIs and banking leaders — for high-level dialogue and technical exchange.

Key discussions focus on capital market development and regional integration, sustainable finance and climate transition, regulatory innovation and financial inclusion, blended finance, FinTech and digitalisation, and market infrastructure.

Supported by leading institutions such as Absa, Nedbank, Rand Merchant Bank, Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking, alongside the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), the Summit underscores the importance of collaboration in strengthening Africa’s debt markets.

📍 Follow SA Business Journal for exclusive insights, interviews and on-the-ground coverage from the Summit.

09/02/2026

Lovely welcome party for the Mining Indaba 2026. Thanks to John Deetr

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