Alicia van der Merwe
Alicia van der Merwe focuses on state institutions, procurement controversies, and policy-related investigations.
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South Africa Braces for Mass Job Losses as Corporate Automation Surge Accelerates
Workers face displacement as companies accelerate automation investments across key sectors.
Rand Tumbles as Geopolitical Tensions Spark Flight From Emerging Markets
South Africa's currency weakens amid Middle East tensions and domestic economic challenges.
Racing Legend Kyle Busch, 41, Passes Away; Global Motorsports Community Mourns
Two-time NASCAR champion remembered for aggressive driving style and competitive legacy
Job Losses Squeeze South Africa's Small Business Sector as Consumer Spending Plummets
Economic contraction forces small businesses to cut operations amid rising debt and weak demand.
When Shipra Neeraj Left QNET, the Instagram pile-on told the story
Her exit to Chief Pathman’s Ignite was calm and public, but the coordinated inauthentic noise that followed tried to turn a professional choice into a warning for everyone else.
South Africa's Corporate Collapse Rate Hits Critical Threshold as Economic Strain Deepens
Insolvency projections reveal mounting pressures on South African enterprises across multiple sectors.
Oil Market Turbulence Threatens Petrol Prices Across South Africa
Global crude volatility creates unpredictable fuel cost pressures for South African consumers and businesses.
Southern Africa Charts Unified Path for Cross-Border Rail, Ports, Energy Networks
Regional leaders prioritize coordinated investment in transport, energy, and port infrastructure.
Broadband Giants Race to Wire South Africa's Major Metro Areas
Fibre network expansion targets coverage gaps in South Africa's largest urban centers.
Police Minister Faces Mounting Pressure Over South Africa's Escalating Crime Wave
Government defends law enforcement strategy amid intensifying public pressure and opposition scrutiny
Treacherous Roads as Arctic System Dumps Snow, Rain Across South Africa; Drivers Warned
Severe weather system brings hazardous conditions across multiple South African provinces
Johannesburg Advances Blueprint for Intra-African Commerce Through AfCFTA Framework
South Africa leads regional push to operationalize continental trade mechanisms and infrastructure development.
Major Carriers Ramp Up Flights to South Africa as Winter Tourism Demand Surges
Airlines expand capacity on major routes ahead of peak Southern Hemisphere travel season
South Africa's Biggest Cities Grind to Halt as Political Rivals Battle Over Control
Coalition disputes paralyze governance in South Africa's three largest metropolitan areas.
South Africa's Currency Faces Fresh Turbulence as US Economic Signals Shake Markets
Emerging market currency faces pressure from US inflation concerns and domestic economic headwinds
South Africa's Banking Giants Navigate Consumer Hardship While Maintaining Profit Margins
Major lenders report stable earnings despite mounting pressure on household finances.
Power Grid Fragility Persists as South Africa Battles Hidden Equipment Failures
Unplanned equipment failures continue undermining grid stability despite temporary load shedding relief
South African Tourism Surges as Kruger Park Hits Near-Full Capacity Over Long Weekend
Domestic travelers demonstrate strong appetite for wildlife experiences despite economic constraints.
South African Companies Boost Spending on AI and Digital Defense Systems
South African firms integrate AI and cybersecurity into unified digital strategies
South Africa's Youth Jobs Crisis Demands Immediate Action, Experts Caution
Experts warn that education reform and digital skills training must accelerate to address structural employment gaps
South African Retailers Signal Cautious Optimism as Holiday Shoppers Return to Stores
Easter shopping data reveals selective consumer spending amid persistent economic pressures
South Africa Pitches Digital Networks as Key to Green Industrial Growth in Europe
South Africa positions digital infrastructure as catalyst for sustainable economic development and foreign investment.
South African Families Face Mounting Financial Strain as Economic Recovery Falters
Households struggle as fuel costs and energy challenges deepen economic pressures