When disaster strikes: FirstRand’s pay dilemma The FCA’s MotoNovo redress scheme has cost FirstRand R11.9bn more than expected. Now to see how the remuneration committee responds… by Ann Crotty April 14, 2026 Analysis·Energy & ESG
The weird insolvency of FTX, and its link to South Africa When a business rescue starts rescuing the rescuers, you know the system isn’t working in favour of the company and its real creditors… by Tim Cohen April 13, 2026 Analysis·News
Will the conflict in Lebanon destroy the US-Iran ceasefire? Maybe, but it was already shaky Unless the US can bring Israel into line and convince Netanyahu to stop its action in Lebanon, the ceasefire will fall apart… by Jessica Genauer April 10, 2026 Analysis·News
SpaceX: An investment option on the future The world’s largest-ever IPO is in the works, with Elon Musk aiming for a June listing. Is the hype for this $1.75-trillion company justified?… by Jordan Toy April 9, 2026 Analysis·Investing & Finance
The gravy train economics of CEO pay If executive pay is meant to reward performance, why do so many CEOs earn more when their companies make less?… by Ruby Delahunt April 3, 2026 Analysis·Investing & Finance 1
Iran has been threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz for years – it’s a key part of Tehran’s defence strategy It’s no surprise Iran has leveraged its control of the all-important strait; it’s been doing it for years… by Arshin Adib-Moghaddam April 3, 2026 Analysis·News
Iran: The strategic winners and losers, so far Who’s likely to benefit in the US-Iran war? Greg Mills and Ray Hartley analyse the balance sheet… Greg MillsRay Hartley April 2, 2026 Analysis·News
US’s ‘new’ 15‑point plan is a sign that it fears it is losing the war The US and Israel may win battles. But they may be losing the war that matters: legitimacy, stability and long-term influence… Bamo NouriInderjeet Parmar March 27, 2026 Analysis·News
Why global law firms keep quitting South Africa Has South Africa become a failed proposition for international law firms?… by Tim Cohen March 24, 2026 Analysis·News
Electric vehicles could soon be cheaper than petrol cars in Africa – if financing barriers fall Falling battery costs, surging production and abundant solar resources are changing the EV cost equation in Africa… Christian MorettiBessie Noll March 17, 2026 Analysis·Energy & ESG 1
1 When disaster strikes: FirstRand’s pay dilemma April 14, 2026 The FCA’s MotoNovo redress scheme has cost FirstRand R11.9bn more…
2 South Africa’s big crackdown on greenwashing April 14, 2026 The financial sector regulator plans to close the loopholes on…
3 Eskom’s tightrope: Jobs vs chrome revenue April 14, 2026 Unless South Africa’s ferrochrome producers get price relief from Eskom,…