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The researchers say the findings underscore the need for clearer labelling, stronger chemical standards, and continued monitoring of everyday menstrual products. “This study serves as a wake-up call,” said Professor Visser, head of the department of chemistry at the UFS, “that current regulations and ‘clean’ labels in South Africa may not be providing the protection

A new feasibility study released by the Localisation Support Fund (LSF) has identified a clear commercial pathway to significantly expand local garment manufacturing in South Africa, with the potential to source an additional 81 million garments per year by 2030. If achieved, this would increase local sourcing by 20%, add nearly R8bn in annual manufacturing

Following a prolonged downturn, Gauteng’s commercial property market is entering a phase of cautious recovery, marked by selective growth and rising investor interest in adaptive reuse assets. Source: Supplied. The Telkom Training Centre in Clayville East, Olifantsfontein, which will go under the hammer this month. Transforming older buildings into modern, flexible spaces is reshaping the

At sunrise on the N2, Cape Town’s inbound traffic is already tightening into its familiar morning crawl. Yet a few hours beyond the congestion, life in smaller Western Cape towns like Riebeek-Kasteel, Napier, or Stilbaai moves at a gentler pace, the kind of rhythm more South Africans are now seeking. That contrast, between metropolitan pressure

A new master risk participation agreement (MRPA) was signed between the African Export‑Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) at the 2026 Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The MRPA offers African businesses the opportunity to expand trade finance, reduce risks in cross-border transactions, and speed up the beneficiation of critical minerals.

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) is continuing its Tech Talk Series with two sector focused sessions on 16 and 17 February 2026 at UVU Africa. The upcoming instalments will highlight practical ways that Retail and Manufacturing SMMEs can use technology to improve efficiency, boost productivity, and grow sustainably. The Retail Tech Talk

FlySafair will be acquired by South African infrastructure investor Harith General Partners through its aviation arm, while continuing to operate under its current brand, leadership, and strategy. The transaction is subject to approval from competition and aviation regulators. The deal is part of Harith’s ongoing expansion into the transport sector, with more than $bn in

One of South Africa’s oldest industrial companies has officially exited the public markets following a R23bn acquisition by a Saudi-backed consortium, marking the end of Barloworld’s 124-year history as a listed entity. Source: Pexels. The takeover was led by Newco — a consortium anchored by Saudi Arabia’s Zahid Group through its subsidiary Gulf Falcon Holding

Harmony Gold’s recently acquired CSA Copper Mine in Australia requires a capital injection and a strategic rethink, which could take two years, chief executive Beyers Nel said at the 2026 Mining Indaba in Cape Town. Image credit: Reuters Harmony, South Africa’s top gold producer by volume, is diversifying into copper — a metal critical to

The real story for 2026 is shaping up to be about relief – cost relief. The long-anticipated reprieve on the cost of debt has failed to meaningfully unlock spending, underlining a hard truth for the economy: lower rates alone are not enough when consumers are stretched, cautious and increasingly credit-constrained. Dr Greg Cline, Head of

According to Mzila Mthenjane, CEO of the Minerals Council South Africa (MCSA), growth in the mining sector will revitalise the South African economy and job creation. However, the sector’s growth largely depends on investment, which is hindered by regulatory and operational bottlenecks. The MCSA held a media briefing to launch its 2025 Facts & Figures

With the recent announcement of Nissan ending manufacturing locally and selling its factory to Chery, all eyes are on Volkswagen and its legacy of operating in South Africa. A new Polo Vivo at Volkswagen Group Africa’s product development facility in Kariega | Image credit: Imran Salie By now, most are aware of what ails the

South Africa has taken a major step toward strengthening its trade relationship with China after the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition signed a framework economic partnership agreement aimed at expanding market access for South African goods. Source: Pexels. The agreement lays the foundation for securing duty-free entry for a wide range of local exports

Kumba Iron Ore said it expects its full-year profit to increase by as much as 23%, driven by higher mineral prices and sales volumes. Kumba, a unit of Anglo American, said it expects headline earnings between R13.9bn and R15.33bn for the year ended December 2025, compared with R12.5bn the previous year. Africa’s top iron ore

One of South Africa’s most ambitious mixed-use developments is set for a landmark 2026, with Renishaw Coastal Precinct unveiling a slate of new projects. Source: Supplied. Barto van der Merwe, managing director of Renishaw Property Developments. Spanning 1,300 hectares on the KZN Mid-South Coast, the precinct aims to redefine coastal living through sustainable design, integrated

A grand Victorian residence in Lynfrae has made headlines with a record-breaking sale of R11.535 m, eclipsing the suburb’s previous R9 m benchmark and highlighting the surging demand for luxury homes in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs. Source: Supplied. Facilitated by Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, the transaction underscores a broader trend in the city’s premium property market,

South Africa has officially joined the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), marking a significant milestone in strengthening intra-African trade, industrial development and financial sovereignty across the continent. Source: African Export-Import Bank. Following parliamentary approval in 2025, the accession formalises a strategic partnership between Africa’s largest multilateral trade finance institution and one of its most industrialised economies.

South African manufacturing SMEs continue to operate in an increasingly competitive environment, facing intensified pressure from global competitors and low-cost imports. Many businesses experience challenges including high reliance on imported inputs, limited market access, and difficulties positioning their products competitively within B2B and distribution networks: All barriers that can restrict growth potential and reduce long-term

Vukile Property Fund has unveiled the first transaction in a new phase of its Iberian growth strategy, signalling a decisive shift toward higher-growth shopping centres. Source: Supplied. Berceo Shopping Centre, in the centre of Longrono, La Rioja in Northern Spain. The consumer-focused retail REIT is recycling capital following the €279m disposal of its Spanish retail

South African SME funding platform Lula has secured R340m in local currency funding from Dutch development bank FMO, in a move aimed at expanding access to finance for small and medium enterprises across the country. Trevor Gosling, co-founder and CEO of Lula | image supplied The funding is expected to increase lending to businesses that

Pepkor Holdings reported a 12.9% rise in first-quarter revenue to R29.9bn, benefiting from acquisitions and growth in core clothing brand Pep and demand for tech products. Group sales from continuing operations increased by 10.6% in the festive season trading quarter ended 31 December compared to the same quarter in 2024, and rose by 5.2% when

One of South Africa’s largest grocery retailer, Shoprite Holdings has released an operational update covering the six-month period to 28 December 2025, showing continued sales growth and strong performance amid ongoing economic challenges. Source: Reuters/Mike Hutchings Solid sales growth amid tough conditions For the interim period the Shoprite Group increased sale of merchandise from continuing

This week saw the Reserve Bank’s (Sarb) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.75%. The experts weigh in on the decision and what it means for the economy, consumers, home and vehicle repayments and debt. This week saw the Reserve Bank’s (Sarb) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) keep the repo rate unchanged

As interest rates remain unchanged, it is anticipated that it will bring short-term stability to South Africa’s property market, despite buyers and industry professionals hoping for a cut to improve affordability and boost activity. As interest rates remain unchanged, it is anticipated that it will bring short-term stability to South Africa’s property market (Image source:

Famous Brands has announced the start of a share buyback programme, the culmination of the past focus on deleveraging to strengthen our balance sheet and in line with its strategy to deliver sustainable growth and enhanced shareholder returns. Famous Brands intends to repurchase approximately 5% of its issued share capital at current share price levels,

South African retailer Woolworths Holdings expects an up to 12% rise in half-year headline earnings, on strong demand for its upmarket food, clothes, beauty and home products over the Black Friday and Christmas period, it said on Thursday, 29 January 2026. Source: Reuters/Esa Alexander Headline earnings per share are expected to rise by between 7%

Saudi Arabia plans to expand premium residency to superyacht owners, mega-project homebuyers and top students under Vision 2030 The post Saudi Arabia plans to expand premium residency to superyacht owners, top students and mega-project buyers appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

US president issues stark ultimatum as carrier strike group arrives in Gulf waters—but Tehran vows to “respond like never before” if attacked The post Trump to Iran: Deal or face devastation appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

In the modern era, only the early and late 1970s have witnessed the scale of increases in gold and gold equities. During 2025 the gold price reached 45 new all-time highs with the 65% price gain in the year dwarfing anything experienced in the 2000s bull market. Not since the crises of the 1970s has

South Africa will present measures by the end of February to boost local vehicle production, including reviews of luxury taxes on imported cars and import tariffs, the government said on Tuesday, 27 January. File photo: A worker speaks on the phone in front of some of the BYD models at a dealership in Sandton, South

South Africa’s easing consumer inflation and resultant lower interest rates have begun to translate into increased home loan activity. South Africa’s easing consumer inflation and resultant lower interest rates have begun to translate into increased home loan activity (Image source: © 123rf 123rf) This is according to the newly released Quarter 4 2025 (Q4 ’25)

Dubai unveils $27.2bn DIFC Zabeel District, a landmark expansion set to reshape the city’s financial hub amid global finance ambitions The post Dubai unveils $27.2bn DIFC Zabeel District in landmark financial hub expansion appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Number of locally domiciled investment funds grew by approximately 322%, while the total number of funds under its oversight rose by 66% to 197 The post Capital Market Authority issues 3,170 licenses in 2025, a jump of 150% over previous year appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance,

Shares of gold miners jumped as bullion prices surged to a record high of $5,100 an ounce, extending a historic rally driven by safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainties and market volatility. UK gold bars and gold Sovereign coins are displayed at Baird & Co in Hatton Garden in London, Britain, October 8, 2025. Image credit:

The information that is made publicly available before a patent’s priority date forms part of the prior art. In July, the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBoA) of the European Patent Office (EPO) published its decision regarding G1/23, providing further clarity on the scope of prior art and the meaning of “available to the public”. Image

Sobha Realty has unveiled Sobha Sanctuary, its largest master-planned development in Dubai, designed to serve 20,000 families. The post Sobha Realty launches 20,000-home Sobha Sanctuary as its largest master-planned community in Dubai appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Valterra Platinum said it expects its annual profit to rise by as much as 106%, on the back of a record rally in platinum prices and operational cost reductions. Image credit: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko Valterra said that, under its updated outlook, it expects headline earnings between R15.6bn and R17.3bn in the year ended 31 December, up

Heartwood Properties Limited has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X, with Heartwood’s shares to commence trading on A2X on Monday, 2 February 2026. Heartwood Properties Limited has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X. Pictured: Heartwood Properties’ new warehouse for Provincial Logistics (Image supplied) Heartwood is currently listed on the Cape Town

New UAE petrol prices are set to be announced in February following a significant cut in January to start 2026 fuel pricing The post UAE petrol prices set to change in February appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South Africa will host a special World Economic Forum Summit in 2027, marking a major milestone for the continent and the Global South. Source: ODI Global. Announced by International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola at Davos, the decision recognises Africa’s most industrialised economy as a strategic convenor of global leaders tackling shared economic and geopolitical challenges

Kuwait splashes out on $3.3bn contract with China State Construction Engineering to build the country’s largest sewage treatment plant The post Kuwait goes big on clean-up with $3.3bn China-backed sewage plant appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai real estate sector saw $6.6bn of transactions and 4.316 sales last week, including Bulgari Lighthouse home sold for $18m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.9bn of transactions last week, including $12m branded residence appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Emirates and Qatar Airways cancel flights to the US amid travel chaos as snowstorm prompts emergencies in 18 US states The post Emirates and Qatar Airways cancel Dubai and Doha flights to US amid snowstorm emergencies appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE hotel revenues hit $12.1bn in 2025 to November as visitor numbers rose, highlighting strong tourism growth The post UAE hotel revenues hit $12.1bn as visitor numbers surge appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South African fashion retailer Truworths International revealed its half-year profit was likely to be flat to around 2% higher as constrained consumer spending has led to lower sales at its Africa business. Source: Reuters/Esa Alexander Truworths, which also operates in the UK, said it expects headline earnings per share – one of the main profit

Saudi Arabia implements a new law allowing non-Saudis to own property, with applications processed via Saudi Properties portal The post Saudi Arabia opens real estate ownership to non-Saudis under new law appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai First-Time Home Buyer Program has helped 2,000 residents buy their first homes in six months, driving $885m in sales. The post Dubai First-Time Home Buyer Program drives $885m in sales as 2,000 residents buy first homes appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) Governor Lesetja Kganyago said on Wednesday, 21 January 2026 that the end of the prime lending rate — which stands at 350 basis points above the central bank’s key repo rate — may be nigh. Source: Reuters. South African Reserve Bank’s Lesetja Kganyago. Bloomberg recently reported that the Sarb was

Vukile Property Fund has taken a significant step in its European growth strategy, acquiring a 35% stake in specialist retail property investor and asset manager Pradera Limited. Source: Supplied. Laurence Rapp, chief executive officer of Vukile Property Fund. The investment strengthens Vukile’s on-the-ground retail real estate capabilities, providing access to deep local expertise across key

Parus Electro LLC, part of Russia’s Rosatom group, has unveiled Russia’s first string inverter for solar power plants, designed to stabilise energy generation and integrate with storage even in harsh climates. Source: Supplied. The innovation forms part of Rosatom’s broader international energy efforts, including collaborations in Africa, such as its partnership with South Africa’s state-owned

Saudi Arabia’s real estate price index fell 0.7 per cent year on year in Q4 2025, driven by declines in land, apartments and villas The post Saudi Arabia real estate prices dip 0.7 per cent in Q4 2025 as residential sector weakens appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate,

East London, also known as Buffalo City, is emerging as a real estate hotspot, attracting families, investors, and lifestyle seekers alike. Boasting long white sandy beaches, a pleasant sub-tropical climate, and abundant recreational activities, the city lies between the Sunshine Coast and the Wild Coast. Source: Supplied. Priced at R10.995m through Pam Golding Properties, and

initially focused on post-war Gaza, ‘Trump’s Board of Peace’ is now being framed as a global conflict-resolution body, prompting concerns among governments that it could undermine the UN The post EXPLAINER: What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who has agreed to join it? appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East,

(Image supplied) South Africa has also dropped three ranks for Familiarity (32nd) and two ranks for Influence (31st). The eight key Soft Power pillars results show emerging strengths in cultural attributes, offset by weakening perceptions of economic strength. Soft Power is defined as a nation’s ability to influence the preferences and behaviours of various actors

UMEX 2026 showcases UAE autonomous vehicles, drone swarms and defence systems as contracts, exports and AI take centre stage The post UAE defence firms unveil autonomous land, air and swarm systems at UMEX 2026 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Ajman registered 2,275 real estate transactions worth $2.7bn in 2025, with commercial properties and Golden Residences driving value The post Ajman real estate valuations hit $2.7bn as Golden Residence demand drives 2025 activity appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Emirates Developments and Jumeirah have partnered to introduce branded residences, redefining luxury waterfront living on Abu Dhabi’s Al Maryah Island. The post Emirates Developments partners with Jumeirah to launch branded residences on Al Maryah Island appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The visit by His Highness will provide an opportunity for the two leaders of two countries to chart new frontiers for the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership The post UAE President to begin his third state visit to India on Monday appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and

Iran’s Supreme Leader blames US president for more than 3,000 deaths as nationwide protests are brutally suppressed and internet services begin to return The post Khamenei to Trump: you killed them appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

xAI and SpaceX owner tells court OpenAI gained anywhere between $65.5-$109.4bn, and Microsoft from $13.3-$25.1bn because of his initial contribution of $38mn The post Elon Musk wants $134.5 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft in ‘wrongful gains’ from his early investment appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and

X was down for tens of thousands of users worldwide on Friday, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com The post X is down for thousands of users worldwide appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South Africa’s property market is enjoying renewed momentum, driven by interest-rate cuts, increased competition and strong demand from middle and emerging income groups. Source: Supplied. Chief operating officer of e4, Luigi D’Amico. But behind the surge in bond applications lies a serious challenge: outdated, fragmented home-loan processes are creating inefficiency, enabling fraud and threatening to

The approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) Extension Bill by the US House of Representatives has been welcomed by Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau, who said the move strengthens South Africa’s trade relationship with the United States. Source: Trevor Hill/Audi South Africa. Agoa provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free

Technology and bank stocks led Wall Street indexes into a second day of declines on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 while oil prices snapped back from the day’s highs after US President Donald Trump softened warnings about unrest in Iran, although persistent economic and geopolitical uncertainty continued to support precious metals. Source: Reuters. Banner earnings releases

Capitalising on gold’s current market dominance, Caledonia Mining Corporation has announced a $132m plan to develop, once operational, Zimbabwe’s largest gold mine. UK gold bullion bars are stacked at Baird & Co in Hatton Garden in London, Britain. Image credit: Reuters/Hiba Kola/File Photo Miners are riding a wave of record bullion prices to expand output.

The yen fell to its weakest level in a year-and-a-half on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 as investors considered the possibility of a snap election that could pave the way for fiscal stimulus while an auction of government debt received a cautious market response. Source: Reuters. The yen slipped as much as 0.2% to 159.45 yen

South Africa’s government on Tuesday welcomed the approval by the US House of Representatives of a bill that would renew Washington’s preferential trade programme for Africa for another three years. Source: Reuters. The African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), a law first enacted in 2000 to provide duty-free access to the US market for eligible

Copper is fast becoming the Lewis Hamilton of metal mining strategy. Estimates reckon copper demand has the potential to increase by roughly 50% by 2040. Its growing allure is pushing more and more producers to secure their seat at the copper assets table through lucrative deals. Therefore, the renewed merger discussions between Glencore and Rio

US moves on Venezuelan oil signal more than a tactical sanctions tweak; they expose shifting energy geopolitics where access, control and leverage increasingly shape foreign policy. Source: Pexels. While markets eye heavy crude flows and refiners’ gains, the reality is incremental change, not a reset. With Chevron already operating under constraints, Washington’s posture reflects caution

Gold vaulted to a record high and both the dollar and Wall Street futures fell on Monday, 12 January 2026 as a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stoked concerns about the independence of the world’s most influential central bank. Source: Reuters. Powell slammed the move as part of US President Donald Trump’s

The property market has entered a digital era, transforming how buyers, tenants, and sellers interact with real estate. Gone are the days of browsing newspaper listings—today, online platforms allow users to search, compare, and connect seamlessly. Source: Pexels. Proptech tools empower sellers to manage enquiries, track demand, and optimise listings, while innovative ownership models like

For a long time, offshore investment was positioned as the safest route to growth, diversification and currency protection. Source: Supplied. While global exposure still has its place, a growing number of South Africans are reassessing risk, stability and returns, and finding renewed confidence in the resilience and long-term value of local property. The shift is

Saudi Arabia’s international trade reached $49.1bn in October 2025, up 8.4%, with exports at a yearly high and trade surplus rising 47.4% The post Saudi Arabia trade passes $49bn in October as surplus jumps 47.4% appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Dubai real estate sector saw $5.9bn of transactions and 3,704 sales last week, including an apartment sold for $18m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.9bn of transactions last week, including $18m Atlantis apartment appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Ardee begins construction on its $545m Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island and Hotel, a Ras Al Khaimah, UAE waterfront development The post UAE developer Ardee breaks ground on $545m Fairmont Al Marjan Island waterfront project appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

From UAE passenger rail and Saudi market reforms to Dubai property trends and GCC shifts, here are 10 essential stories this week The post UAE rail plans revealed, Saudi markets open up and Dubai property holds firm – 10 things you missed this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East,

Unrest reflects gulf between young population and rulers as analysts say crackdowns and concessions may no longer work The post Iran’s rulers face legitimacy crisis amid spreading unrest appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The South African rand was steady in early trade on Friday, 9 January 2026 as traders look ahead to US labour market data later in the day for indications on the Federal Reserve’s policy trajectory. Source: Reuters. At 07:19 GMT, the rand traded at 16.54 against the dollar, little changed from its previous close of

The rand may clock another year of gains supported by easing interest rates, with firmer public finances also boosting South Africa’s domestic economy, Goldman Sachs said in a research note. Source: Reuters. The currency ended 2025 nearly 13% stronger against the US dollar, marking its biggest annual gain in 16 years as the greenback weakened

Saudi Arabia General Directorate of Passports warns travellers of passport validity rules, activation requirements and warns against misuse The post Saudi Arabia issues travel warning on passport validity and activation rules appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

A Kenyan beer distribution firm has filed a case at Kenya’s High Court seeking to block Diageo’s $2.3bn sale of its local subsidiary EABL to Japan’s Asahi Holdings over pending litigation, a lawyer for the challenger said on Wednesday, 7 January. Beer bottles pass through a conveyor belt along a production line at the East

Durban’s economy is due to get a boost from University of KwaZulu-Natal’s massive R449m student residence, Howard College. Source: Supplied. With construction progressing toward 2026 completion, the project is set to deliver nearly 2,500 beds, and is expected to create jobs, support local businesses, and play a vital role in addressing KwaZulu-Natal’s student housing shortage.

The Emirates Drug Establishment recalls selected Nestlé infant formula products over concerns over traces of bacteria The post UAE recalls Nestlé infant formula products appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE General Civil Aviation Authority has accredited five UAS training centres to boost skills and innovation in drone operations The post UAE aviation regulator accredits 5 specialised drone training centres appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Investor confidence is driving strong momentum in South Africa’s commercial property market, with 2026 poised for growth. Source: Supplied. Jayson-lee Collins, Director: Broll Auctions and Sales. Rising transaction values, easing interest rates, and more flexible funding conditions are encouraging buyers to deploy capital, while shifts in investor behaviour signal renewed optimism. According to Broll Auctions

Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai Municipality’s Jumeirah Beach 1 project, now more than 95 per cent complete and set to open next month The post Dubai to reopen Jumeirah Beach 1 after major infrastructure and lifestyle upgrade appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and Afreximbank have joined forces to launch Africa’s first pan-African Gold Bank. Source: Supplied. George Elombi, president and chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, and Hassan Abdalla, Governor: Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). This historic initiative, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding signed by CBE Governor H.E.

Featuring speakers like Mr Beast, Will Smith, Max Amini and Lara Trump, the three-day content creators summit starts on Friday The post Dubai’s 1 Billion Followers Summit this week is completely sold out appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Arabia’s ZATCA calls on businesses to submit December 2025 withholding tax filings by January 11 to avoid payment penalties The post Saudi Arabia warns of penalties for late withholding tax filings appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The only sustainable way to lower housing costs is by increasing the supply of homes, letting the market balance demand and prices. Yet calls for rent control in Cape Town remain driven by emotion, ignoring economic reality and long-term consequences. Source: Pexels. This is exemplified by the aptly named ‘Rent Control’ group, which, in a

The strengthening of the rand, as well as the easing of global oil prices, have contributed to South Africa’s first fuel price drop of 2026. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) recently announced a decrease in fuel prices, effective 7 January 2026. According to Henry van der Merwe, national chairperson of the South

The South African rand was steady in early trade on Monday, 5 January 2025 as investors considered the implications of US military action in Venezuela, escalating geopolitical tensions and lifting safe-haven demand. Source: Reuters. At 0657 GMT the rand traded at 16.5050 against the dollar, a whisker away from Friday’s closing level of 16.5075. The

Property investing is a compounding marathon, not a sprint. An investor who buys well and holds long earns both capital growth and the exponential effect of time on value and debt. “Don’t wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait.” – Will Rogers Few lines capture the essence of property investing better than

Once complete in 2030, it will include four major intersections, bridges spanning 4.3 kilometres and roads extending 14kms The post RTA completes 60% of major Oud Maitha Road and Al Asayel Street project appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The scope of work included building a 115/13.8-kV substation and linking it to the grid through more than 2.4 kilometres of underground cables The post Saudi Electricity completes critical substation for Aramco Stadium appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Elon Musk-owned Grok is generating sexualised images on request; Politicians in France ask prosecutors to investigate and India demands answers The post Grok AI goes wild…floods X with inappropriate photos of women and minors appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

King Abdulaziz International Airport records 53.4m passengers in a year, the highest in Saudi history, cementing aviation hub role The post Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah airport sets national record with 53.4m passengers appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Arabia launches world’s largest government data centre, driving a $2.7bn digital infrastructure impact under Vision 2030 The post Saudi Arabia launches $2.7bn digital infrastructure push with world’s largest government data centre appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Emirates carried 55.6m passengers in 2025, expanded its fleet and network, rolled out Starlink Wi-Fi and marked 40 years of growth The post Emirates in 2025: 55.6m passengers, new aircraft, Starlink rollout and over 180,500 flights appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai real estate market saw $185.5bn in sales in 2025 as population growth, end-user demand and supply reshaped market The post Dubai property market hits $185.5bn in sales as population boom drives record growth in 2025 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Son of Damac founder sells 95% of units after acquiring building from CBD for $120m The post Abbas Sajwani’s $120m ‘Big Ben’ tower bet pays off with $600m in sales – report appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South Africa’s property market is entering 2026 with a renewed — but grounded — sense of confidence. Source: Supplied. Despite ongoing affordability pressures, buyers continued to move, signalling longer-term commitment. Absa’s Q3 2025 Homeowner Sentiment Index echoes this shift, with investing sentiment at 84% and buying-versus-renting at 75%, underscoring belief in ownership and wealth creation.

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority seeks feedback on draft controls for real estate ownership by listed companies, funds and SPEs The post Saudi Arabia opens consultation on draft rules for real estate ownership by listed firms and funds appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

High-level delegation in Cairo signals push to unlock new investment and growth The post UAE strengthens Egypt ties with CEPA negotiations appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday, 30 December, following a gain of more than 2% in the previous session after Russia accused Ukraine of attacking President Vladimir Putin’s residence and investors sought clarity on Ukraine peace talks to gauge potential supply disruptions. Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday following a gain of more

Naam Creations launches Naam Homes, introducing an in-house design-to-build model delivering personalised, high-end residential interiors across the UAE The post Naam Creations launches ‘Naam Homes’ to redefine bespoke residential living in the UAE appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

A development funding agreement between with SDG Namibia One Fund and Zhero Europe will advance the development of the Zhero Molecules Walvis Bay Project. SDG Namibia One Fund has committed up to $5.15m to support the Zhero Molecules Walvis Bay Project, an industrial-scale green ammonia project on Namibia’s central coast.(Image source: © Mining and Energy

New online platforms enable civil sector employees to process residency permits without visiting government offices The post Kuwait launches digital services to streamline expat visa procedures appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Growing appetite for international travel among GCC residents drives projected 7.1% annual growth rate, supported by budget carriers and liberalised visa regimes The post GCC outbound tourism market forecast to reach $138bn by 2033 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Abu Dhabi and Dubai indices close lower on Friday but post positive weekly performance amid oil price rebound The post UAE stock markets slip on thin year-end trading despite weekly gains appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

As autonomous vehicles roll out across Abu Dhabi, China and the US, Silicon Valley veteran Sven Beiker warns self-driving cars are just the beginning. When roads become an extension of the internet, the real question will be whether society can handle what comes next The post Your car is about to become part of the

Eleven scientific papers and a patent emerge from experiments conducted during the Kingdom’s SSA-HSF1 mission aboard the International Space Station The post Saudi astronauts deliver first space research breakthrough appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The post 19th Real Estate Development Summit Saudi Arabia highlights Vision 2030 momentum and $2tn pipeline appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Arabia’s ZATCA urges VAT-registered firms with revenues above $10.7m to file returns by December 31 to avoid penalties The post Saudi tax authority warns of penalties for late VAT filing by large businesses appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE branded residences gain momentum as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and RAK see rising demand from global wealth migration The post UAE branded real estate investments surge as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah drive luxury growth appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

As 2025 draws to a close, the Western Cape’s property market stands out for its resilience and growth. Bolstered by strong consumer confidence and a persistent supply-demand gap, Cape Town has outperformed other provinces, setting the stage for sustained demand, brisk sales, and a bullish outlook for 2026 across luxury and mid-market segments. Source: Supplied.

Gold is expected to continue rising in 2026, with a base-case scenario of $4,900 per ounce, accompanied by risks to the upside. Gold has been predicted to keep rising in 2026. Pictured: Gold mining in South Africa In general, the year-end rally in precious metals has been fueled by increased expectations of more US Federal

B1 Properties brokered a $24m Palm Jumeirah plot sale, the highest price-per-square-foot transaction recorded in Dubai in 2025 The post Dubai real estate: Palm Jumeirah plot trades for $24m in record 2025 deal appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The UAE Central Bank has revoked Omda Exchange’s licence, removed it from the register and imposed a $2.7m penalty The post UAE Central Bank shuts down Omda Exchange, slaps $2.7m penalty appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Energy security takes centre stage as global coal demand hits record high in 2025 (Image source: © Future Coal Future Coal The findings of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) latest annual coal report reinforce the reality that coal remains a critical pillar of energy security, industrial competitiveness, and economic development. At a time of increasing

The global media and content lead at Binance discusses tackling misconceptions, localising crypto education and strengthening trust as digital assets gain mainstream traction across the region The post AB Majlis podcast: Binance’s Jessica Walker on education, trust and building crypto confidence in the Middle East appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle

RTA updates that all five bridges, being built at a cost of $189.5mn and benefiting over half a million Dubai population, will be completed by October 2026 The post Two of five bridges in Trade Centre Roundabout project opened ahead of schedule appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate,

ADAFSA licence now mandatory for every establishment; Prior authorisation needed before appointing veterinarians; Fines announced for violators The post Abu Dhabi pet owners take note…regulatory changes made to veterinary practices appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The companies will lower prescription drug prices for American users in line with the lowest prices paid by other developed nations The post Nine major pharma companies agree to a deal with Trump to lower prices in the US appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.

It will bring together Barings’ extensive expertise in real estate debt with Mubadala’s global investment platform The post Mubadala and Barings launch $500mn real estate debt partnership appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

HCLTech is integrating OpenAI models into its proprietary platforms including AI Force, AI Foundry, AI Engineering and more than 30 industry-specific accelerators The post HCLTech and OpenAI: Transforming Enterprise AI Adoption at Scale appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

“With economic pressure intensifying for South African SMEs, Bridgement’s consistent recognition reflects the fact that businesses are increasingly looking for more flexible and data-driven funding models over antiquated banking processes,” comments Jordan Leighton, Bridgement’s head of business development and partnerships. Global awards highlight a new trend in SME business loans This year saw Bridgement awarded

Dubai schools will close earlier on Fridays starting in January 2026 says Knowledge and Human Development Authority The post Dubai announces early school finishes on Fridays from January 2026 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Smart systems are supporting labour market competitiveness and round-the-clock service delivery The post MoHRE cuts processing times with AI as automated transactions hit 13m appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Chivas Regal introduces Chivas Regal Crystalgold, a crystal-clear, ultra-smooth spirit blending innovation and craftsmanship, unveiled with Global Brand Ambassador Charles Leclerc The post Chivas Regal launches Chivas Regal Crystalgold, a spirit innovation with Charles Leclerc appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

US-based entrepreneurial holding company, Enduring Ventures has announced it plans to acquire the vegetable manufacturing operations of McCain South Africa. The deal will include the acquisition of well-known Harvestime brand. Enduring Ventures, which has existing interests in South Africa, intends to expand the portfolio through a new premium range of frozen vegetables. Image source: chandlervid85

We’ve compiled our annual #BestofBiz 2025 lists across all our industries featuring our most popular articles, most-read contributors and company news. Discover the most read content on Bizcommunity’s Finance & Insurance site over the past year below. Most-read stories Most-read contributors Most-viewed Press Offices View the most-read lists for our other industries: Marketing & Media,

Manchester City records $931m revenue in 2024–25 despite no silverware, as investment, infrastructure and fan engagement advance The post Manchester City posts $931m revenue despite trophyless season, club confirms appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Blacklane and The Helicopter Company have partnered to integrate chauffeur and helicopter services in Saudi Arabia The post Blacklane partners with The Helicopter Company to launch luxury air-to-ground mobility in Saudi Arabia appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The UAE National Centre of Meteorology forecasters expect more rain, clouds and strong winds across the country this week The post UAE weather: Rain forecast on Tuesday and Wednesday appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The South African rand gained in early trade on Monday, 15 December, supported by higher gold prices as local investors look towards the year’s last bit of economic data for clues on the health of Africa’s most industrialised economy. At 7.01 GMT, the rand traded at 16.84 against the dollar, about 0.2% firmer than its

Emarat and PRYPCO launch the country’s first rewards scheme that converts petrol points into real estate investment The post UAE drivers to turn fuel spend into property stakes appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE issues 10 Federal Decree-Laws covering VAT, drugs, business, child welfare, justice, tax, health and trade in major legislative overhaul The post UAE introduces 10 major law changes reshaping tax, business and justice appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Dubai real estate sector saw $7.1bn of transactions and 4,467 sales last week, including an apartment sold for $150m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $7.1bn of transactions last week, including $150m Bugatti apartment appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE issues Federal Decree-Law strengthening child protection and expanding custody options for children of unknown parentage The post UAE amends child protection law to expand custody options for children of unknown parentage appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE anti-narcotics authority and Central Bank discuss stronger cooperation to combat narcotics-related financial crimes The post UAE anti-narcotics authority and Central Bank team up for war on drugs and financial crime appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Shumani Industrial Equipment enters 2026 with confidence, unveiling advanced reach stackers and an expanded Bheka range. As market conditions improve, the black-owned company is investing in technology, efficiency, and people to accelerate growth and strengthen its position in South Africa’s industrial equipment sector. Source: Supplied. Shumani Industrial Equipment managing director, Victor Nemukula. Managing director, Victor

Muhammad Rasoul, CEO of amana, urges investors to prioritise long-term thinking, financial discipline, and technology-driven strategies to navigate volatility and build resilient portfolios The post Navigating volatility and the future of finance with insights from amana appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Parkin signs agreement with DAMAC to manage 3,600 parking spaces across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, marking entry into capital The post Parkin signs major 5-year deal with DAMAC to manage 3,600 parking spaces across Dubai and Abu Dhabi appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

As distressed and repossessed properties gain momentum heading into 2026, South Africans are turning to these lower-cost opportunities for smarter market entry. Yet unlocking real value demands careful budgeting, clarity on risks and costs, and guidance from experienced professionals. Source: Supplied. Purchasing in this sector requires clear expectations, careful budgeting and an understanding of the

GCC central banks, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, cut key interest rates by 25bps after US Fed decision The post UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain cut key interest rates by 25bps following US Fed move appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance,

As MDNtv Accountability & Power Watch, we are closely monitoring Parliament’s scrutiny of the Public Investment Corporation’s (PIC) handling of its MetroFibre Networx investment. Members of the Standing Committee on Finance have raised serious questions about a R1.4bn legal indemnity extended to MetroFibre, reportedly without PIC board approval or a clear rationale. ATM president and

Mastercard Economics Institute forecasts 3.6% regional expansion as Gulf states channel resources into renewables and technology whilst non-oil sectors gain momentum The post MENA region set to outpace global growth in 2026 on back of investment and AI adoption appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.

Bahrain reveals dates for National Day holiday in the Kingdom, two-day break confirmed for December 16 and 17 The post Bahrain announces 2025 National Day holiday appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

When we talk about financial wellness in South Africa, the conversation often drifts toward familiar territory: budgeting, debt, savings, maybe even retirement planning if things are going well. But those ideas usually centre on people who work behind desks, with access to HR teams, online portals, and structured benefits. The reality looks very different for

Hassan Ali, Group Chief of Internal Audit at Mashreq, discusses the transformation of audit amid the bank’s digital evolution, outlining how AI, agility and culture are redefining assurance in the modern financial landscape. The post AB Majlis podcast: Hassan Ali talks about transforming internal audit and embracing AI at Mashreq appeared first on Arabian Business:

The Dubai real estate sector saw $2.9bn of transactions and 2,706 sales last week, including an apartment sold for $39.4m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $2.9bn of transactions last week, including $39m Jumeirah apartment appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The $800bn valuation would have put the rocket manufacturers ahead of ChatGPT-parent OpenAI, which was valued at $500bn as of October The post Elon Musk denies $800bn SpaceX valuation reports, but stays mum on IPO appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The new GCC Civil Aviation Authority headquarters will be based in the UAE; Al Marri says it is a “pivotal milestone in the journey of joint Gulf cooperation” The post GCCA hails Supreme Council decision to establish GCC Civil Aviation Authority appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance,

The new mall, spread over 2.6mn sqmt area, will be the centrepiece of the $49bn Dubai Creek Harbour mega-project; Expected to be completed in three years The post Emaar unveils Dubai Square, the world’s first drive-through mall appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

World Cup 2026 draw reveals group stages for FIFA international football competition after star-studded ceremony in Washington, USA The post World Cup 2026 Draw: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Jordan fixtures revealed appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Private equity is emerging as a powerful catalyst for South Africa’s economic transformation, unlocking opportunities for young workers, strengthening supply chains, and reshaping leadership teams. Its active ownership model enables meaningful change in sectors where traditional corporate pathways have struggled to advance inclusion. Source: Supplied. Mbongeni Madonsela, partner at Resolve. This is according to Mbongeni

Etihad Airways expects over 2 million travellers in December as Abu Dhabi’s festive-season demand rises, urging guests to use digital services The post Etihad to welcome over 2 million December passengers as winter travel demand soars appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Through a new collaboration between GS1 Global, the global organisation behind the barcode, and Google, healthcare professionals and their patients can access medical product information with their smartphones. Paving the way for broader digital access to trusted medical product information, this new capability enables access via Google Lens. Image credit: GS1 The collaboration with Google’s

The euro hit an almost seven-week high against the dollar on Wednesday, 3 December 2025 boosted by data showing an expansion in euro zone business activity, while weaker than expected US jobs data and expectations of further US rate cuts weighed on the dollar. Source: Reuters. Business activity in the euro zone expanded at its

Franck Muller Yachting, a $245m Dubai Maritime City development by London Gate and Franck Muller, sold out before construction begins The post Dubai real estate: $245m Franck Muller Yachting branded real estate development sold out breaking ground appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Will provide design and technical services, focus on event requirements and legacy phase elements, and detailed design of the complete infrastructure The post Buro Happold wins contract to design Expo 2030 Riyadh master plan appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Workers in the UAE can already look forward to the first official holiday of 2026, with Thursday, January 1 a day off to mark New Year The post First UAE holiday of 2026 dates revealed appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Britain and the Netherlands are withdrawing a combined $2.2bn in support for the TotalEnergies-led Mozambique LNG project, they said separately, after both hired firms to probe human rights concerns surrounding the development. Image credit: Reuters/Stephanie Lecocq/File Photo Britain’s government said it was rescinding its $1.15bn backing for the project after promising in 2020 a $300m

Abu Dhabi launches Healthy Living Strategy to improve prevention, nutrition, physical activity and long-term wellbeing The post Abu Dhabi unveils new Healthy Living Strategy to tackle obesity, diabetes and chronic disease appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE marks Eid Al Etihad with world-leading rankings in competitiveness, AI readiness, digital government, renewables and space The post UAE strengthens global leadership in competitiveness, AI and space says Eid Al Etihad 2025 report appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Fairvest Limited’s latest results, announced for the year ended 30 September 2025, underscore its disciplined execution of a clear strategy supported by a strong operating platform, delivering distributions ahead of guidance and reinforcing its capacity for sustained, future-focused growth across its evolving retail-focused property portfolio. Source: Supplied. Nquthu Shopping Centre. It reported an annual distribution

Cambodia’s Chamber of Commerce President says the UAE and Cambodia CEPA will push non-oil trade beyond $1bn by 2030 The post UAE–Cambodia CEPA to drive non-oil trade beyond $1bn by 2030 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Riyadh will launch a major terminal transformation at King Khalid International Airport in Q1 2026, boosting capacity The post Riyadh to launch major King Khalid International Airport terminal transformation in Q1 2026 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The UAE has issued major amendments to its tax procedures, introducing new rules on refunds, limitation periods and FTA powers The post UAE issues major tax rule change from January 1, 2026 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai record budget, UAE real estate shifts, billionaire migration, Saudi alcohol store reports, fintech updates The post Dubai wealth migration; Alcohol shops in Saudi Arabia report; UAE petrol prices; Real estate ‘golden triangle’ explained – 10 things you missed this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance,

UAE has one of the region’s lowest rates of unsolicited phone calls, but the finance sector is the biggest offender says Truecaller The post Finance sector makes most ‘spam phone calls’ in UAE appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The recent G20 summit held in Johannesburg put a spotlight on South Africa’s aspirations but sadly, it also magnified the increasing discord between Pretoria and Washington. As the summit unfolded, its themes of solidarity, equality, and sustainability resonated. However, they drew sharp rebuke from the Trump administration, signalling a frosty period ahead in US-South Africa

VSL Manufacturing has opened a new R750m automotive manufacturing facility alongside the Isuzu Motors South Africa (Imsaf) assembly plant in Struandale, strengthening localisation, industrial capacity and job retention in the Eastern Cape. Image supplied The facility will support the production of components for the Isuzu D-Max and forms part of a strategy to deepen local

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Sharjah Ruler approves $40.8m roadworks, including upgrades to Sharjah Ring Road and new bridges to ease congestion The post Sharjah approves $41m traffic plan to ease congestion on major roads appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

IGrow champions property investment, not to dismiss other asset classes, but to recognise that while markets fluctuate, people always need homes, land is always finite, and disciplined use of finance remains the most powerful tool available to ordinary investors. A lasting foundation in an uncertain world “Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can

The Western Cape remains the preferred destination for many overseas buyers, accounting for over 40% of all property transactions above R10m. International investors—especially from Germany, the Netherlands and the UK—continue to pour billions into South Africa, with interest also rising in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Source: Supplied. “But we’re also seeing growing interest in high-demand regions

Dubai aims to double its media sector GDP share to 3 per cent by 2033, as Sheikh Ahmed reviews KPIs and investment plans The post Dubai sets target to double media sector GDP contribution as Sheikh Ahmed orders digital acceleration appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and

Machines Can Think 2026 will bring global AI researchers, Big Tech leaders and innovators to Abu Dhabi for a two-day summit The post Abu Dhabi unveils Machines Can Think 2026 with top AI researchers and Big Tech leaders appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

The G20 Leaders’ summit can be deemed a success from South Africa’s perspective, delivering a unified G20 declaration despite geopolitical tensions and a US boycott. Source: Reuters. It showcased the resilience of global multilateralism and strengthened South Africa’s international standing at a pivotal moment for global co-operation. The G20 is often framed in purely economic

​Standard Bank provided funding for Midvaal Private Hospital’s installation of a new R34m renewable energy system. It will increase energy stability for key medical services and the long-term viability of both the hospital and the community it serves in Vereeniging. Image supplied. The solution includes a 1.2 megawatt (MW) Solar photovoltaic (PV) installation and a

A good credit score isn’t just a number – it’s a quiet little passport to the life you truly want. It can help you get approved for a car, a home, or even that store account you’ve been eyeing. It can also save you money through better interest rates and smoother approvals. But here’s the

The Jetour G700 is engineered as a powerful, all-terrain, premium off-road SUV, delivering 904 Ps and 1135 Nm of torque. The post Elite Group Holding and Jetour UAE celebrate the global launch of the all-new Jetour G700 at Bab Al Shams Arena, Dubai appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real

Retailers urged to view Black Friday as a test of customer experience rather than a one-day sales spike The post UAE Black Friday shoppers prioritise experience over deep discounts, says Initials Middle East appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Qatar Airways increases winter frequencies to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai and Singapore, adding nearly 3,000 extra international flights The post Qatar Airways boosts winter capacity with more flights to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai and Singapore appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South Africa and the European Union vowed to defend multilateralism as they signed a partnership on critical minerals in the lead-up to the G20 Summit, which concluded in Johannesburg yesterday. President Cyril Ramaphosa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa attend a EU-South Africa summit, ahead of the G20

Leaders and experts discuss scaling up SAF production, enabling policy frameworks, and strengthening cross-regional partnerships The post UAE and EU policymakers meet in Dubai to discuss SAF adoption appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

DMGT says it has signed an agreement with Redbird IMI over the acquisition of the Telegraph Media Group for US$650 million The post Major shake-up in UK newspaper industry as Daily Mail agrees to buy The Telegraph appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The UAE conglomerate – which has 109 businesses across the region – enters advanced aerospace manufacturing services The post EGH’s newly launched Atherion Aerospace to use MBRAH’s Dubai South facilities appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai Future Foundation and Dubai Land Department launch PropTech Sandbox to test technologies and boost real estate innovation The post Dubai partners to launch PropTech Sandbox as DFF and DLD accelerate real estate innovation appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai architectural identity as $354m road upgrades, bridges and tunnels progress, set to slash travel times The post Dubai marks milestone as $354m road and tunnel works cut delays from 12 minutes to 90 seconds appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) will provide financial assistance to drive inclusive growth and sustainable development through Anglo American’s Impact Finance Network (IFN) in South Africa. Nolitha Fakude, chair of Anglo American in South Africa. Image credit: Anglo American Nolitha Fakude, chair of Anglo American in South Africa, said, “In South Africa,

Dubai saw traffic incidents fall and speeds rise after expanded truck restrictions on Emirates Road, RTA and Dubai Police report The post Dubai ‘truck ban’ slashes traffic incidents and speeds up journey times appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago delivered the final Monetary Policy Statement of 2025 on Thursday, 20 November, announcing a 25 basis point cut to the policy rate, bringing it to 6.75% (from 7.00%), and prime to 10.25% (from 10.50%) with immediate effect. The decision was unanimous. Source: Reuters. Members agreed there was scope

Vision 2030 projects and high investment demand to drive borrowing and external debt, says S&P Global Ratings The post Saudi corporates expected to boost cross-border bond issuance as funding needs grow – report appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Harmony Gold chairman Patrice Motsepe said that the company is evaluating a substantial copper venture in Papua New Guinea in partnership with US mining giant Newmont Corporation. “There’s a huge investment that we are currently looking at in Papua New Guinea,” Motsepe said at the Bloomberg Africa Business Summit 2025 in Johannesburg. “We’ve got a

The Group of 20 major economies should team up with the International Monetary Fund and others to launch a new debt-refinancing plan for low-income countries hit by heavy debt repayments, a panel of Africa experts said on Tuesday, 18 November 2025. Source: WDG Architecture. International Monetary Fund headquarters. “This proposal would focus on refinancing rather

The UAE has launched a $10bn National Investment Fund as it eyes $600bn in FDI by 2031, Cabinet approves economic strategies The post UAE launches $10bn investment fund as it eyes $600bn FDI target for 2031 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Riyadh Air orders 120 CFM LEAP-1A engines to power 60 Airbus A321neos, boosting efficiency as Saudi carrier expands fleet The post Riyadh Air signs major deal for 120 CFM engines to power new Airbus A321neo fleet appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Visa data show luxury purchases are spreading beyond the ultra-rich as middle-class consumers and younger generations enter the market despite 2025’s spending slowdown The post Luxury spending slowdown masks rise of a broader buyer base, Visa says appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Pick n Pay’s founding Ackerman family has sold about 64 million shares, more than a year after pledging to cede control of the struggling grocer. Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko In May 2024, the Ackerman family said it will relinquish control of Pick n Pay as part of a revamp aimed at stemming losses, cutting debt, and

Tawazun signs $1bn in defence contracts on day one of Dubai Airshow 2025, strengthening UAE procurement and capabilities The post UAE signs $1bn in defence deals at Dubai Airshow 2025 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Airbus forecasts Middle East fleets will rise to 3,700 aircraft by 2044 creating 265,000 new aviation jobs The post Middle East to require 4,080 new aircraft as aviation demand accelerates, says Airbus appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai completes the first crewed eVTOL air taxi flight as RTA confirms journey times and vertiport locations ahead of 2026 launch The post Dubai completes first crewed eVTOL air taxi flight: journey time, vertiport locations and 320kmph specs revealed appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.

South Africa on Friday, 14 November 2025 secured its first credit-rating upgrade in nearly 20 years after S&P Global raised the country’s foreign-currency long-term sovereign rating to “BB” from “BB-“, citing stronger growth prospects, an improving fiscal outlook and reduced contingent liabilities following better performance at state power utility Eskom. Source: Reuters. The National Treasury

Six Flags Qiddiya City opens December 31, with record-breaking rides. Ticket prices start at $87 for adults and $73 for children The post Six Flags Qiddiya City: Opening date, ticket prices and 28 record-breaking rides revealed appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Catch up on top Gulf stories this week, from new Dubai megaprojects to a one-stop travel system and Oman National Day holiday The post Dubai unveils new megaprojects; GCC approves one-stop travel; Oman announces holiday – 10 big stories you missed this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real

Saudi Arabia unveils a world-first ‘Visa by Profile’ system to issue tourist visas in minutes through digital integration with Visa The post Saudi Arabia to issue instant tourist visas through new Visa-card-linked system appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dipula Properties (JSE: DIB) delivered robust FY2025 growth, driven by strategic acquisitions, expanding solar investments and strong second-half momentum. Source: Supplied. Izak Petersen, chief executive officer of Dipula Properties. The award-winning REIT, boasting a 57% CAGR, reported a 5% rise in distributable earnings and 57.26 cents per share. Izak Petersen, chief executive officer of Dipula

Asian shares tumbled on Friday, 14 November 2025 joining a global selloff as hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials hosed down hopes for a US rate cut next month, while a still-messy data calendar added to the angst. Source: Reuters. MSCI’s broadest gauge of Asian shares outside of Japan slid 1.6% after stocks on Wall

Hotel manager Fernando Cuna waited four years for TotalEnergies to resume construction of its $20bn liquefied natural gas project on Mozambique’s coast, hoping it would bring clients to the nearby town of Palma. In a province where the average household income is less than $1 per day, locals like Cuna invested in hotels, catering and

Meraas awards $120m contract for City Walk Northline, adding three premium Dubai residential buildings and 304 units by 2027 The post Dubai real estate: Meraas awards $120m contract for City Walk Northline residential project appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

New agreement aims to enhance trading activity, improve liquidity and strengthen investor confidence in Lulu Retail’s shares listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange The post Lulu Retail appoints Al Ramz Capital as liquidity provider on ADX appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

This incentive supports the formal proclamation of the townships and unlocks the potential of bulk infrastructure funding from National Treasury. Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are in the final stages of approval, with limited inputs remaining before final sign-off, ensuring that the groundwork for development is fully aligned with municipal requirements. R42, also known as Barrage

New GCC travel system will allow for simpler movement of citizens across bloc and will launch after trial between UAE and Bahrain The post GCC approves ‘one-stop’ travel system; UAE and Bahrain to pilot historic scheme in 2025 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

Following the recent opening of its new product development laboratory in Cape Town, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has given Biovac approval to begin clinical trials for its oral cholera vaccine. This is a significant development that could position South Africa as the only African country to manufacture this life-saving vaccine entirely

Following October’s announcement naming Mattel as one of the global co-master toy licensees for KPop Demon Hunters, the brand is turning up the volume with an exclusive collector release… Image supplied This month, Mattel Creations launches the pre-sale of the KPop Demon Hunters Huntr/X “What It Sounds Like” Fashion Doll 3-Pack — a collectible inspired

Presents may well be what awaits you this festive season, but a presence on Bizcommunity is the best corporate gift you can give! Every year SA’s TOP 400 companies make Bizcommunity their regular platform of choice in the heart of SA’s business media, where your company news makes the news! Sign up or renew a

UAE executes its first government transaction using the Digital Dirham, marking a major step in building national digital economy The post UAE makes history with first government transaction using Digital Dirham appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) is this week leading an Outward Selling Mission (OSM) to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which kicked off on Monday, 10 November 2025 and will culminate on Wednesday, 12 November 2025. Source: Brookings Institution. The mission aims to strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations between South Africa and

Oman has announced an extended official holiday for the public and private sector to mark National Day 2025 The post Oman announces 4-day holiday appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai mortgage data shows mid-income buyers drive demand as average loan values fall and apartment ownership rises The post Dubai real estate: Mortgage trends by income group reveal key shifts in buyer demand appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Water. The source of life. And currently, the source of consternation across the globe as the increasing scarcity of clean drinking water impacts more and more people. Water security threatens life and how we live in South Africa as much as anywhere else. The president acknowledged this threat in his State of the Nation Address,

The DEWA-built mosque receives prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Zero Carbon certification from US Green Buildings Council The post Hatta’s Al Rayyan Mosque sets third world record with new LEED certification appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Vodacom Group, South Africa’s biggest telecoms operator, reported a nearly 33% jump in interim profit on Monday, 10 November, driven by double-digit service revenue growth and expansion of its financial services. A shopper walks past a Vodacom shop in Johannesburg on 4 February 2015. Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko The company, majority owned by Britain’s Vodafone, said its

During the 90-day project, holes 15, 16 and 17 were completely redesigned, while significant changes were made to the sixth and eighth holes  The post Al Hamra Golf Club reopens after major renovation that changed five holes appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Bapco Upstream gives the AD Ports Group company a five-year contract; Strategic entry into the LNG terminal towage sector for Noatum The post Noatum Maritime to provide marine services at Bahrain LNG Import Terminal appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Under the terms of the cash deal, Pfizer will pay $65.60 a share upfront and a contingent value right worth up to $20.65 a share The post Metsera says no to Novo; accepts Pfizer’s new acquisition offer of $10bn appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.

MoHRE issues Resolution No. 702 of 2025 defining penalties for UAE business centres violating rules on data privacy The post UAE issues new rules for business centres: MoHRE outlines penalties for fake Emiratisation appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South African fashion retailer TFG reported a 21.3% decrease in half-year earnings, as trading conditions remained challenging across Africa, the UK, and Australia with sales supported mainly by the acquisition of British chain White Stuff. Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko TFG said headline earnings per share fell to 292.6 cents in the six months ended 30 September

The mining ministers of Botswana and Angola are set to meet for talks in Botswana’s capital, as the two Southern African countries seek to take control of Anglo American diamond unit De Beers. Image credit: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko Botswana, which currently owns 15% of De Beers and contributes 70% of its annual rough diamond production, considers

Absa and the Agricultural Development Agency (AGDA) recently convened a stakeholder roundtable to explore practical solutions for widening access to finance in South Africa’s agricultural sector. The event brought together banks, policymakers, and agripreneurs to identify pathways for scaling sustainable and inclusive funding models. Leona Archary, CEO of AGDA, highlighted the need to move from

Female buyers are driving South Africa’s property market, according to Absa’s latest Homeowners Sentiment Index, which shows women make up more than half of all first-time homebuyer applications in 2025 — underscoring growing confidence and independence among single women entering the housing market. Source: Pexels. “We’ve seen strong optimism in the property market hold steady

ADIPEC 2025 generated $46bn in deals and drew 239,709 attendees, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a energy and innovation leader The post ADIPEC 2025 generates $46bn in deals as Abu Dhabi powers global energy leadership appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Emaar reports $9bn revenue and $4.5bn profit in 9M 2025, driven by strong UAE property sales and record $41bn backlog The post Emaar posts $9bn revenue in 9M 2025, up 39%; net profit rises 35% appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Africa is richly endowed with natural resources such as minerals, hydrocarbons, agricultural commodities, and a growing array of value-added opportunities across energy, metals, and logistics. Source: Supplied. Gwen Mwaba, Managing Director: Trade Finance and Correspondent Banking; Afreximbank These resources present immense potential for development when they are financed responsibly, efficiently, and with rigorous risk management.

UAE unveils $46.3bn transport plan including a 12-lane Etihad Road upgrade, Emirates Road expansion, and a proposed 120 km highway by 2030 The post UAE announces $46.3bn transport plan: 12-lane Etihad Road upgrade, Emirates Road expansion, major new 120 km highway mulled appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate,

South Africa’s fourth-largest mobile operator Cell C plans to list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, it said on Wednesday, 5 November, in a move its CEO said would streamline the company’s balance sheet and boost its growth prospects. Cell C is majority owned by Blue Label Unlimited, which has a 53.57% stake in the mobile

The merger of PG Bison’s Southern Cape sawmilling operations with MTO Forestry Southern and Eastern Cape operations to create a new company, Cape Forests Products, creates a more sustainable timber and sawmilling industry in the Southern Cape. The devastating fires in recent years have severely impacted the forestry and sawmilling operations in the area and

Aither will serve as a platform to accelerate AI adoption across industries after exceptional results for Dubai Holding portfolios over last 18 months The post Dubai Holding forms JV with Palantir to bring its proven technology to the UAE appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More.

Bahrain adds $4.4bn in Golden Licence projects spanning tech, real estate, and green manufacturing, reinforcing investment appeal The post Bahrain attracts $4.4bn in new Golden Licence projects to boost tech and real estate growth appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, will deliver the keynote address at the opening of Biovac’s new product development laboratory in Cape Town on Thursday, 6 November 2025. The newly established high-tech laboratory at Biovac, a leading South African biopharmaceutical company, positions South Africa a step closer to achieving end-to-end

The GAIA Climate Loan Fund (GAIA) has completed its first closing with $600m. This fund will be utilised to provide loans primarily for climate adaptation projects in areas that are most severely affected by climate change and are least equipped to respond. The fund aims to reach a total size of $1.48 billion, with a

South African retailer Pepkor has acquired several fashion brands from privately-owned Retailability as part of its push into the adult clothing market. The Cape Town-based Pepkor has been growing its adultwear categories in recent months through the acquisition of Choice Clothing and the launch of its Ayana womenswear brand. The company, which also sells electronics

Chevron is looking to expand its acreage in West Africa, which is a strategic region for the US oil major, a senior executive said after striking a deal to explore for oil in two offshore blocks in Guinea-Bissau. A Chevron logo at the Chevron building in Houston, Texas, US, 19 August 2025. Image credit: Reuters/Kaylee

After a week of intense policy meetings, the Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, and Bank of Japan have taken divergent paths in tackling economic challenges. Although global growth fears have eased, persistent uncertainty continues to influence their monetary policy decisions. Let’s start with the most important one; the US Federal Reserve cut its policy rate

Dr Sultan Al Jaber urges energy leaders at ADIPEC 2025 to adopt pragmatic, technology-driven policies and meet $4tn annual investment need The post ADIPEC 2025: Dr Sultan Al Jaber calls for ‘pragmatic, not performative’ energy policy; highlights $4tn investment need appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and

After four straight sessions of gold losses, with prices slipping to $3,972 per ounce on the back of a firmer dollar and reduced expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, investors are reassessing their positions. Against this backdrop, Paul Hoffman, lead data analyst at BestBrokers, shares insights from the firm’s latest report, which details the countries

Total investment for the ambitious 160,000 sqm mixed-use development is expected to exceed $254mn The post CCC to execute Saudi Egyptian Developers’ Central project in New Cairo appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Aspen Pharmacare said it had reached a €25m settlement in a contractual dispute with a client over a manufacturing and technology agreement for mRNA products. Image credit: Reuters/Dado Ruvic/Illustration The dispute triggered a sharp market reaction when it was first disclosed in April, with Aspen’s shares plunging more than 30% the day after it issued

Saudi Arabia’s GACA report names Riyadh, Dammam and AlUla among the most punctual airports, as flyadeal leads airlines for punctuality   The post Saudi Arabia’s most punctual airports and airlines revealed appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show 2025 showcases $54.4m fleet as vessel registrations surge 14% and maritime sector powers growth The post Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show 2025 drops anchor with $55m fleet as maritime growth surges 14% appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

If you don’t like James Smith’s products, he’ll refund you from his own bank account The post Fitness influencer’s Neutonic drink makes unusual promise appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

TECOM Group profit jumps 18% to AED 1.1bn ($299m) in 9M 2025, driven by record occupancy, higher rentals, and AED 4.3bn ($1.17bn) expansion across Dubai’s business districts. The post TECOM Group profit jumps 18% to $300m as $1.2bn Dubai expansion drives growth appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate,

Heritage architecture provides grounding, telling a story through form, material, and proportion, and when reimagined with sensitivity, can feel both timeless and entirely current. Source: Pexels. .Across South Africa, homes that blend historical craftsmanship with contemporary comfort are increasingly prized, reflecting a renewed appreciation for authenticity, integrity, and a deeper sense of place in modern

Mozambique’s government may have counter-arguments to the updated budget and schedule proposed by TotalEnergies for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) project it is leading in the Southern African country, President Daniel Chapo said. Image credit: Reuters The French oil major told Mozambique’s president last week that the Mozambique LNG consortium estimated its costs had risen

DP World to invest $5bn in India, expanding ports, shipbuilding, and logistics infrastructure to boost trade, jobs, and growth The post DP World to invest $5bn in India to strengthen ports, logistics and maritime trade appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Sharjah real estate integrates AI to improve pricing accuracy and transparency, as District 11 becomes UAE’s first AI-run project by 2029 The post Sharjah real estate embraces AI to improve pricing and transparency ahead of UAE’s first fully AI-run project by 2029 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate,

In the wake of five repo cuts since November 2024 and South Africa’s more recent removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist, the country’s residential property sector is open for business, a timely confidence boost for the sector. Source: Supplied. “After almost two years of intense scrutiny and rigorous monitoring, this delisting points

<p><img src=”https://biz-file.com/c/2510/792966-240×135.jpg?1″ width=”240″ height=”135″ alt=”Chief executive officer of WPP, Cindy Rose, has acknowledged the network’s poor performance as Q3 revenue dropped by 8.4% YoY (Image source: © The Drum )” align=”left”><br><span >Chief executive officer of WPP, Cindy Rose, has acknowledged the network’s poor performance as Q3 revenue dropped by 8.4% YoY (Image source: © The

Mali has revoked more than 90 mining exploration permits, including those held by subsidiaries of international mining companies, according to an official decree seen by Reuters. Companies affected include local subsidiaries of Harmony Gold, IAMGOLD, Cora Gold, Birimian Gold, and Resolute Mining. The holders failed to comply with new legal requirements, the mines ministry said

Syria secured $28bn in investments in H1 2025, with major UAE, Saudi and Qatari companies launching multi-billion-dollar projects The post Syria attracts $28bn in new investments as UAE, Saudi and Qatar drive regional projects appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

BAIC South Africa has confirmed that the all-new B30 SUV will be assembled at the company’s Coega facility in Gqeberha, ahead of its official national launch in November 2025. The announcement follows the vehicle’s first public showing at the Festival of Motoring 2025. BAIC B30 SUV | image supplied Local assembly will start shortly after

The partnership, in collaboration with ADIO, will strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading regional agri-food hub The post Ethmar and Al Ain Mills to develop milling facility in Abu Dhabi appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Han Zheng urges nations to reject protectionism and strengthen multilateral cooperation The post China ready to boost Belt and Road, energy and investment ties with Saudi Arabia, Vice President says appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), following a R25.9m investment from the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), recently unveiled Africa’s first microencapsulation facility, which will make local health and cosmetic manufacturers less reliant on international services. The Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Encapsulation Facility in Pretoria will give local manufacturers access to microencapsulation

The partnership supports Vision 2030’s goal to promote Saudi Arabia as a global hub for sport, culture, and entertainment The post Saudi Tourism Authority, AROYA Cruises and Major Sports Cruises partner to drive growth in Saudi sports tourism appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

The Al Maktoum Archives will serve as a repository of records and information about Dubai’s rulers and document their historical role in transforming Dubai The post Sheikh Mohammed launches Al Maktoum Archives to preserve Dubai’s legacy appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South African grocery retailer Pick n Pay reported a smaller loss before tax, saying it reflected success strategic initiatives. Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko The country’s third biggest grocery retailer reported a loss before tax and capital items of R317m in the 26 weeks to August 31 compared to a loss of R1.1bn last year. Pick n

Winner will receive an all-expenses trip and become a salaried employee of the company while living on one of their eight islands The post DAMAC launches unique global competition to become ‘The Ultimate Islander’ appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Valor Equity, Nvidia and Supermicro among investors in the AI factory company, which has reached a valuation of $10bn The post Mubadala Capital co-leads $1.375bn Series E funding of AI infrastructure company Crusoe appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The company’s large-scale initiative was executed with zero downtime or disruption to customers and partners The post UAE’s e& makes critical switch to Google Apigee Hybrid technology appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi cinema sector sells 90m tickets and hits $1.33bn in box office revenues as the Kingdom strengthens its position as a regional film hub The post Saudi cinema market sells 90m tickets as box office surges to $1.33bn appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source

Zhao was “prosecuted by the Biden administration in their war on cryptocurrency”, says Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary The post Binance boss CZ ‘grateful’ to Trump after receiving Presidential pardon appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

DMCC has recorded a 16% rise in Chinese companies joining Dubai district, reaching over 1,000 firms as UAE–China trade passes $102bn The post DMCC reports 16% growth in Chinese businesses as Dubai–China trade ties deepen appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Climate Fund Managers (CFM), a climate-focused blended finance investment manager, has announced the $1bn close of its Climate Investor Two (CI2) fund, making it the largest global climate adaptation infrastructure fund focused on emerging markets. The fund blends public and private capital to invest in and co-develop water, waste, and oceans infrastructure in emerging markets,

Alef Group expands  $681m Olfah community in Sharjah with the launch of Phase 2, adding new apartments to forest-inspired project The post Sharjah real estate: Alef Group expands $681m Olfah community with launch of Phase 2 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Venture Capital will allocate half of its investments to private credit and equity, up from about a third last year The post Saudi Venture Capital to increase allocation to private credit funds appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Riyad Capital will develop a $1.6bn mixed-use project near Makkah’s Haramain Station, supporting Saudi Arabia’s real estate growth The post Saudi real estate: Riyad Capital to launch $1.6bn project near Makkah train station appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al Falih says the private sector’s GDP contribution has doubled to $613bn, driving Vision 2030 growth The post Saudi private sector doubles GDP contribution to $613bn, says Investment Minister appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE Public Prosecution has referred nine Arab nationals to court for crimes endangering state security, public order, and social peace The post UAE refers 9 suspects to court for organised gang crimes appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

In the early 2000s, housing estates made up only a small segment of South Africa’s residential market. Two decades on, they’ve emerged as one of the country’s fastest-growing property types, prized for their security, convenience, shared amenities, and consistent long-term value. Source: Supplied. Market data shows just how dramatically buyer preferences have shifted over this

Entering the final quarter of 2025, South African investors have enjoyed strong returns, with local equities up nearly 30% and bonds delivering double-digit gains. Despite global uncertainty driven by shifting tariffs and uneven growth, PPS Investments’ diversified, cautiously optimistic strategy has supported inflation-beating performance and positioned its Solutions competitively across all investment horizons. The turmoil

The UAE data centre market, worth $1.26bn in 2024, is forecast to exceed $3.3bn by 2030 as AI and digital transformation fuel investment The post UAE data centre market to exceed $3.3bn by 2030 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Dubai real estate sector saw $4bn of transactions and 4,300 sales last week, including an apartment sold for AED155m The post Dubai real estate sector recorded $4bn of transactions last week, including $42m apartment appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai Police and Parkin connect traffic and parking systems to share live data, identify unpaid fines instantly, and improve road safety The post Dubai Police–Parkin data link to flag unpaid fines and boost road safety appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Arabia raises Saudization to 80 per cent for key healthcare professions including nutrition, physiotherapy, labs, and radiology The post Saudi Arabia raises Saudization to 80% in key healthcare roles appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Since the ban, both NVIDIA and Intel have faced similar scrutiny from Chinese authorities and industry groups over alleged security risks, though no formal action has been taken against them The post US semiconductor firm Micron to halt server chip sales to China data centres appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle

African pension savings, currently valued between $400bn and $500bn and projected to reach $7.3tn by 2050, represent a vast yet underutilised resource for infrastructure investment. With less than 2.7% currently allocated to this sector, pension funds hold untapped potential to drive inclusive growth. Source: Supplied. Lebo Mokgabudi is a specialist trustee on the Board of

Sheikh Mohammed directs launch of GITEX TechCation 2026, set to become the world’s largest tech and AI event at Expo City Dubai The post GITEX TechCation 2026: Dubai to host world’s largest tech and AI event appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Gemfields Group said that a group of illegal miners had invaded its Montepuez ruby mine in northern Mozambique and killed two police officers guarding the site. “A group of approximately 40 illegal miners marched on the mine gate at Montepuez Ruby Mining,” Gemfields said in a statement. “They proceeded to attack Mozambican police officers present

There’s no stopping the gold price as it continues to rise, extending its record high to R73,362.99 per ounce. It seems that all that glitters is gold as South African gold miner DRDGold reports a marginal revenue increase of 2% for the first quarter of FY2026 (Q1 FY2026) ended 30 September 2025. It said that

Growthpoint Properties has made a strategic investment in Cape Winelands Airport, securing the right to co-develop and manage the 450-hectare precinct. The airport is set to become a major gateway for tourism in the Western Cape, while supporting regional trade, job creation, and sustainable development. Source: Supplied Nicholas Ferguson, managing director of RSA Aero, says:

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago warned on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 that rising global debt poses a risk to financial stability. Source: Reuters. The Financial Stability Board, which reports to the G20, has elevated debt concerns to a top-tier issue, Kganyago said on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank

IHC announces merger of Multiply Group, Ghitha Holding, and 2PointZero to form $32.7bn Abu Dhabi-listed powerhouse, 2PointZero Group The post IHC unveils $33bn merger creating Abu Dhabi investment powerhouse appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

MoHESR closes unlicensed UAE training centre, fines its operators, and refers managers to Public Prosecution for multiple breaches The post UAE fines unlicensed training centre for major violations, blocks its websites appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

German economic policy is in need of a decisive “Africa shift” in light of geopolitical tensions and critical dependencies on raw materials, the Sub-Saharan Africa Initiative of German Business (Safri) said in a paper on Wednesday, 15 October 2025. Source: Reuters. “Africa is not just a market for the future but a partner in our

Global stocks clawed back losses on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 helped by dovish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and upbeat bank earnings on Wall Street, though simmering US-China trade tensions kept a lid on risk appetite. Source: Reuters. Powell left the door open to further rate cuts on Tuesday and said the end

Qatar and Saudi Arabia have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after decisive results in the Asian qualifiers The post Qatar and Saudi Arabia qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) has announced the winners of the 2025 Property Development Awards for Innovative Excellence, the country’s most prestigious recognition of achievement in commercial property development. Neil Gopal, SAPOA chief executive officer Nonku Ntshona, chair of the SAPOA Property Development Awards For decades, these awards have represented the highest accolade

Shell has approved the development of an offshore gas project in Nigeria along with its joint venture partner Sunlink Energies, the oil major said, the latest in a series of investments by its Nigerian business. The HI offshore gas project, once completed, will supply 350 million standard cubic feet of gas per day at peak

Apart from scaling its motorbike fleet to 500 by the end of the year, the partnership will drive future collaboration on high-tech delivery solutions The post DTC to provide last-mile solutions to Keeta, Dubai’s new delivery company appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

He wouldn’t be the first American president to call time on a Middle East conflict prematurely The post Analysis: Trump says the war is over. Is he right? appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

For African SMEs, entering the Chinese market offers opportunities for both scale and long-term sustainability. As Africa’s largest trading partner, China accounted for an estimated $295.6bn in bilateral trade with the continent in 2024. Source: Supplied. Bill Blackie, chief executive officer of Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank Group. With imports from China being

Brent and US crude futures fell more than $2 a barrel, or more than 3%, as US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose increased tariffs on China cast a shadow over the demand outlook in a market seen as oversupplied. “The sell-off was driven by a shift to risk-off markets following Trump’s post, threatening tariffs

Riyadh Air opens its first premium Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport, offering 2,000 sqm of luxury The post Riyadh Air opens luxury Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The UAE Rain Enhancement Programme selects global research proposals for up to $1.5m grants to advance cloud seeding and water-security The post UAE shortlists global rain-enhancement projects for $1.5m grants appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Saudi Arabia’s new visa rules, Dubai’s $4.2bn mall launch, record UAE property sales, and more — here are the top 10 stories this week The post New Saudi visa rules, new mall in Dubai, UK talent exodus, UAE record property sales – 10 stories you missed this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News

UAE authorities warn of unstable weather from Friday to mid-next week, with rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas forecast The post UAE weather warning: Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas forecast this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Cityscape Qatar 2025 opens with $110 m in property deals, 70 developers, and major projects from Qetaifan, New Murabba and Al Waab City The post Cityscape Qatar 2025 to see $110m in property deals appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dekra Industrial has once again set the benchmark in occupational health, safety, and environmental (HSE) excellence, securing its 11th consecutive Noscar Award. Source: Supplied. Justin Hobday – Chief Operating Officer, Health Safety and Environment (HSE) – NOSA; Johan Gerber – Senior Non-Executive Advisor, DEKRA Industrial; Carina Kleinhans, Health Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager at DEKRA

The European Union has pledged to invest €11.5bn ($13.3bn) in South Africa in clean energy, infrastructure and pharmaceutical projects, it said late on Thursday, 9 October 2025. Source: Reuters/Yves Herman; South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen meet in Brussels, Belgium, 9 October 2025. A large chunk of the

As an acknowledgement of the energy, insight and leadership she brings to her team, Prescient Securities has appointed Surette Drew as its new Head: Equity Trading. Her promotion took effect on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. Source: Supplied. Prescient Securities’ new Head of Equity Trading Surette Drew. Drew joined Prescient Securities as a senior equity trader

Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) starts October 12, replacing passport stamps with facial and fingerprint scans for all non-EU visitors The post Europe’s new border rules: EES launches October 12 as biometrics replace passport stamps appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

<p><img src=”https://biz-file.com/c/2510/790671-240×135.jpg?2″ width=”240″ height=”135″ alt=”A woman walks at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), in Sandton, South Africa, 1 August 2025. Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko” align=”left”><br><span >A woman walks at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), in Sandton, South Africa, 1 August 2025. Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko&lt;/span><p>Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) CEO Leila Fourie is to retire early next year after over

Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings (GHPH), managed by Growthpoint Investment Partners, the fund management business of Growthpoint Properties, South Africa’s leading real estate investment trust (REIT), has entered into an agreement to acquire the properties and operations of Auria Senior Living, a premier developer, owner and operator of senior living communities in South Africa. With property

The draft Mineral Resources Development Bill (MRDP) has been met with criticism, particularly on the clauses concerning BEE (Black Economic Empowerment) in South Africa’s mining exploration. Many stakeholders argue that the imposition of BEE will discourage investor interest, which will hinder mining exploration and, in turn, job creation and economic growth in South Africa. With

This increase follows the introduction of a regulatory framework designed to formalise the role of financial content creators in the UAE’s investment landscape The post UAE SCA reports 1,100% rise in financial influencer accreditation applications appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

ADNOC will distribute $43bn in dividends across six listed firms by 2030, reinforcing investor confidence and UAE economic growth The post ADNOC announces $43bn dividend target through 2030 appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

From artificial intelligence to climate change, wellness to financial innovation – the SAICA iN-FOR_sight Summit is your one-of-a-kind opportunity to get ahead of the change, connect across sectors, lead with purpose, insight and foresight. This October, the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), invites you to a bold new chapter in thought leadership: the

A new opportunity for African investors has opened in Italy’s romantic floating city of Venice. A bricks and mortar asset that promises a good financial strategy with the added bonus of Italian residency. Venice, the land of canals, crumbling palazzos, rich history, and exquisite culture. But beyond the romance, Venice has also become one of

Frontière Advisory has launched in Johannesburg to help multinationals, South African corporates, and investors protect enterprise value in Africa’s most complex operating environments. The advisory firm, co-headquartered in Johannesburg and London, specialises in reputation, stakeholder strategy, crisis management and ESG alignment. Its founding conviction: in African markets, trust is not a slogan – it is

Gold surged past $4,000 an ounce to reach a record high, driven by investors seeking safety from mounting economic and geopolitical uncertainty, alongside expectations of further interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Spot gold was up 0.9% at $4,017.16 per ounce by 0442 GMT. US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.9% to

Cebu Pacific offers Dubai to Manila flights for as low as AED5 ($1.36) valid for 2026 travel to 27 Philippine destinations. The post Fly Dubai to Manila for just $1.40 as Cebu Pacific launches 2026 sale appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

If the last century was built on steel, copper and concrete, the next will be built on silicon and software The post The future of energy depends on intelligence appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Goldman Sachs opens new Kuwait office to strengthen its Middle East presence and expand investment, banking, and talent partnerships The post Goldman Sachs opens Kuwait office to grow Middle East investment footprint appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

South Africa’s textile and clothing sector has a rich history, and has, in the past, contributed significantly to the country’s economy and manufacturing capacity. Unfortunately, the sector has struggled over the past two decades, with its contribution to GDP and provision of formal employment opportunities decreasing steadily. But some manufacturers are actively fighting this trend.

China’s Chery is in discussion with several automakers in South Africa about sharing plants with them to manufacture its vehicles, the company’s regional head told Reuters. File photo: Onlookers take photographs of a Tiggo 8 model during the launch of Chery’s new Super Hybrid (CSH) range of cars at Montecasino, in Johannesburg, South Africa, 20

Stellantis intends to expand its product line-up at a planned manufacturing plant in South Africa, moving beyond pick-up trucks as shifting market dynamics prompt a strategy rethink, the company’s local manager said. The Peugeot Landtrek double-cab pickup truck, set to be built by Stellantis in South Africa, is parked at an exhibition hall, during an

South Africa has secured commitments from Chinese and Indian car companies to upgrade their semi-knocked-down (SKD) vehicle assembly operations to full-scale manufacturing, the South African trade minister said on Thursday, 2 October, as industry leaders call for more domestic production. Cars built by Chinese manufacturer BAIC are seen at the entrance to Coega port, near

FTA says over 640,000 UAE companies have registered for corporate tax, marking record compliance and growing awareness ahead of deadline The post UAE corporate tax registrations surpass 640,000 as FTA reports record compliance levels appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The Dubai RTA and Majid Al Futtaim open a new Sheikh Zayed Road bridge to Mall of the Emirates, cutting travel time from 10 to 1 minute The post Dubai opens new Sheikh Zayed Road bridge to Mall of the Emirates, cutting travel time from 10 to 1 minute appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest

The UAE saw major space milestones in 2025, including lunar and asteroid missions, six satellite launches, and advanced astronaut training The post UAE space sector achieves record year with lunar, asteroid and satellite breakthroughs appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

Dubai property sales hit $14.8bn in September, Saudi completes $55bn gaming takeover and Etihad Rail’s 2026 plan – this week’s Gulf highlights The post Most influential Arabs revealed; Dubai property boom, Saudi $55bn gaming takeover, UAE Rail progress – 10 things you missed this week appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle

Dubai Police combed social media to track down unlicensed hair transplant clinic; DHA issues health warning The post Dubai Police cut short unlicensed hair transplants in apartment clinic appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

UAE’s IHC will invest $1bn in India’s Sammaan Capital, a leading NBFC, to expand mortgage lending and AI-driven credit solutions The post UAE’s IHC to invest $1bn in India’s Sammaan Capital, boosting mortgage lending and financial inclusion appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More. Source link

The H Formula founder Yassine Azzouni turned job loss into opportunity, solving a problem for Dubai’s top chefs Source link

The winners of the 2025 African Energy Week Awards were announced at a ceremony held in Cape Town. The awards celebrate the pioneers who are driving Africa’s energy to the next frontier, acknowledging their excellence across the African energy sector. Image supplied. Here are all the winners Mohammed S Barkindo Lifetime Achievement Award: François Perrodo

ALEC’s IPO on the DFM raised $381m with demand topping $8.1bn, marking the UAE’s biggest-ever construction listing by size and value Source link

The lapse of a flagship US trade initiative with Africa that expired overnight is putting scores of businesses on the continent and hundreds of thousands of jobs at risk, raising fears that even a promised extension may come too late. Source: Reuters. There is bipartisan support in Washington for a renewal of the African Growth

Wall Street futures fell, gold struck a record high and the dollar eased on Wednesday, 1 October 2025 as the US government shut down much of its operations, possibly delaying the release of crucial jobs data that could muddy the interest-rate outlook. Source: Reuters. With no clear path out of the impasse over a funding

Saudi Arabia’s 2026 pre-budget projects $350bn spending and $305bn revenues, with 4.6% GDP growth forecast and a 3.3% deficit Source link

Under the partnership, Ayala Corporation will hold a 60 per cent stake, whilst Spinneys will own the remaining 40 per cent Source link

The offices of Nigeria’s oil regulator and state oil company were shuttered by a nationwide strike launched by the national oil workers’ union after Dangote refinery dismissed more than 800 of its members, union officials said. Image credit: Reuters The strike, begun on Monday, has escalated tension in Africa’s top oil producer, with a legal

The Financial Times reported that ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods sought assurances from Mozambique’s president, Daniel Chapo, last week about security for a proposed $30bn gas terminal in the country ahead of a decision to greenlight the project. Woods raised concerns about the dangers posed by a jihadist insurgency in Mozambique’s north-eastern Cabo Delgado region, where

The UAE’s National Railway Programme will generate $54.5bn in economic benefits from a $13.6bn investment, cutting emissions and boosting transport efficiency Source link

Since September 2024, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has delivered a cumulative 125 basis point cut, slashing the repo rate from 8.25% to 7.00%. Source: Supplied. For homeowners with a R2m variable-rate bond, this has decreased their monthly instalment by more than R1,600. However, Cobus Odendaal, chief executive officer of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty

From mining engineers to logistics trailblazers, Phakamani Impact Capital’s R1bn in SMME funding proves that, with the right backing, small businesses are powering SA’s future – sustaining jobs, driving innovation, and building legacies across communities. At The Garden Venue in Northriding, just over a week ago, the sound of the Jeppe’s Boys marimba band floated

Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery has resumed selling petrol in naira, following a brief suspension due to crude supply constraints, according to a notice sent to customers and seen by Reuters. Image credit: Reuters The refinery said sales of petrol denominated in naira were restarting immediately, following intervention by the chairman of the Naira for Crude

The General Department of Criminal Investigation’s Tourism Police Department received the Mercedes SL 55 AMG, Mercedes GT 63 AMG, and Mercedes EQS 580 electric model Source link

Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port Rail Freight Terminal, Dubai Investments Park, and Ibn Battuta Mall identified for the pilot stage Source link

Already holding a 10% stake in the videogame giant, PIF, alongside Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, offers a $50bn deal     Source link

Saudi Arabia freezes rents in Riyadh, property sales hit $17.5bn, foreign ownership rules may change, and startups surge – 10 key KSA stories this week Source link

Saudi Arabia has launched a large-scale environmental initiative to expand vegetation cover and rehabilitate rangelands across the Kingdom Source link

South Africa’s estate agencies face serious financial and reputational risks if they fail to comply with new obligations under the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), says Marcel Koole, CEO of Best Agent. Marcel Koole The Financial Intelligence Centre recently issued Guidance Note 7A (GN7A), which makes it clear that all accountable institutions, including estate agencies,

Garment exports make up 80% of the country’s exports to the United States. Lesotho’s coat of arms at Makoanyane Square in Maseru. Tariff changes could halve the country’s exports to the United States, the International Monetary Fund has warned. Photo: Sechaba Mokhethi / GroundUp A sudden and destabilising shift in US trade policy has shaken

Nigeria’s oil regulator has approved a $510m deal by TotalEnergies to sell its entire 12.5% interest in oil mining lease (OML) 118, which hosts the offshore Bonga oilfield, to the field’s operator Shell and Agip, the agency said. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) said TotalEnergies will transfer 10% of its interest to Shell

From mountain hideaways to a lagoon-spanning infinity pool, NEOM’s Magna is transforming Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast with 12 luxury resorts, vibrant communities and sustainable tourism experiences under Vision 2030 Source link

Saudi Arabia’s FII9 in Riyadh will gather 15 world leaders, more than 600 speakers and top CEOs this October to debate investment, innovation, and global growth Source link

Lesotho’s trade minister said on Wednesday, 24 September 2025 that the US plans to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), which gives the continent preferential access to US markets, by a year, after returning from a visit to Washington. Source: Reuters. A slew of tariffs that US President Donald Trump imposed on global

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development lifted its 2025 growth forecast for the first time in more than a year but warned that the effects of tariffs and war will weigh on growth in 2026. Source: Reuters. The report, which covers economies in emerging Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa, raised the

TotalEnergies’ sale of a minority stake in a Nigerian onshore oil producer has fallen through, Nigerian regulators said on Tuesday, in a setback to the French oil major’s strategy to sell mature, polluting assets and pay down debt. Total agreed in July 2024 to sell its 10% stake in Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria

South Africa’s manufacturing and logistics sectors are at a critical juncture. The country’s logistical grid is under perpetual stress – with persistent disruptions, ongoing (albeit slowly improving) port delays, rising costs, uncertainty around energy, and infrastructure failures now a regular part of the operating environment. In this context, the ability to adapt with speed grants

Angola’s Ministry of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas indicated that the state diamond company Endiama has bid for a minority stake in Anglo American’s diamond unit De Beers. De Beers is one of the world’s leading diamond companies, with operations spanning across Botswana, Namibia, Angola, South Africa and Canada. The diamond company, which has been

Markets soar in Saudi Arabia as reports suggest foreign ownership caps could be lifted Source link

A sustainable, design-led space that redefines client engagement through innovation, luxury, and a biophilic connection to nature. Source link

UAE launches $1m AI Film Award with 1 Billion Followers Summit and Google Gemini, inviting global creators to submit AI-driven films ahead of January 2026 Source link

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi stated that a US-mediated peace deal signed with Rwanda in June has not yet calmed the fighting in eastern Congo. However, he thanked President Donald Trump for his efforts to end the conflict. On June 27, US mediators brokered the peace deal between Congo and Rwanda aimed at

Abu Dhabi will host BRIDGE Summit 2025, the world’s largest media and creative industries event, with 60,000 participants, 400 speakers, and 300 exhibitors Source link

A trip to Sasolburg is a journey into the heartland of South African industry. At the centre of what is known as the ‘Vaal Triangle’, with the other corners being Vanderbijlpark and Vereeniging, polymers producer Safripol recently invited a group of key customers to visit its plant in the town. Although it was a blustery

Goldfield & Banks founder Dimitri Weber on breaking the French monopoly, going viral on TikTok, and building a fragrance empire from Sydney to Saudi Source link

Asian stocks drifted higher and the dollar steadied on Monday, 22 September 2025 with markets weighing the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy path after a rate cut last week, while President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown on worker visas kept sentiment in check. Source: Reuters. India’s benchmark index slipped after the Trump administration said on Friday it

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s strategic minerals regulator announced that it will lift its ban on cobalt exports as of 16 October and manage global supply by imposing annual export quotas. Miners will be allowed to ship up to 18,125 tonnes of cobalt for the rest of 2025, with yearly caps of 96,600 tonnes in

The UK, Canada and Australia have formally recognised Palestine, joining 150 nations in backing a two-state solution Source link

UAE’s G42 Group advances sovereign AI with a $92m ADNOC contract, new enterprise tools, Europe expansion and cultural tech projects Source link

Catch up on the UAE’s biggest stories this week: long weekend dates, Dubai and Abu Dhabi property booms, Sharjah’s new city, and key economic policies. Source link

Flydubai launches direct Dubai–Iași flights and expands its Romania network with triple daily Bucharest service Source link

The recent cut in borrowing costs makes it tempting for South Africans, guided by their emotions, to stretch for bigger homes, but many find serenity – and solvency – in staying put. Paul Stevens, chief executive officer of Just Property, helps you answer the question: Which choice is right for me? Source: Supplied. When the

South African Trade Minister Parks Tau has met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer for talks, Tau’s office said on Friday, 19 September 2025 as Africa’s biggest economy tries to reach a deal to roll back steep US tariffs. Source: Reuters/Leah Millis. South African Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, speaks during a press

African petroleum regulators led by Nigeria have launched a continental forum aimed at harmonising oil regulation in a bid to attract crucial investment across the region’s burgeoning energy sector, the Nigerian oil regulator said in a statement. Due to declining investment dollars, African oil regulators are betting that a more integrated energy market where rules

Reacting to the South African Reserve Bank’s decision to hold interest rates steady on Thursday, 18 September 2025, ooba Group chief executive officer Rhys Dyer described the move as disappointing, noting that inflation remains well within the target range while South African consumers continue to face significant financial pressure. This follows a quick succession of

The Very Large Gas Carrier, built by Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries, is already on its maiden voyage to the US Gulf to load propane and butane Source link

DMCC reports 10% growth in Italian firms as UAE–Italy non-oil trade hits $14bn, strengthening Dubai’s role as a global gateway for business Source link

African manufacturers are lobbying US Congress to grant a last-ditch extension of one or two years to a duty-free trade programme due to expire at the end of September, a Kenyan factory owner involved in the campaign told Reuters. Source: Reuters/Monicah Mwangi US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies have cast doubt on the prospects

With Heritage Month in full swing, financial services provider Momentum hosted a media event that called for women to not only reflect but take measures to change what they have inherited either from parents, family or society that impacts how they manage their money. Paul Nixon, Masechaba Gxolo, Janine Horn and Farai Ntuli The event

Oil prices eased on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 after data showing an increase in US diesel stockpiles stoked worries about demand and the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates as expected. Source: Reuters. Brent crude futures settled 52 cents, or 0.76%, lower to $68.22 a barrel while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures lost 47

UAE Cabinet led by Sheikh Mohammed approves new economic clusters policy to add $8.2bn to GDP, plus initiatives in health, AI and sustainability Source link

Investor confidence in the Cape Town CBD soared in 2024/25 with the total value of property development exceeding R9.031bn – up from R7.285bn recorded in 2023. Source: Supplied. Key economic sectors that drive the downtown economy – including hospitality, business and leisure tourism, eventing and the cruise economy – also proved resilient in the lukewarm

Gulf investors brace for a near-certain US rate cut, with UAE borrowing costs set to fall and cash shifting into stocks, property and digital assets amid Washington’s political drama Source link

The 2025 Nedbank Green Economy Indaba, held on 9 September in Johannesburg, focused on unpacking critical themes that drive the green economy. Business leaders, young entrepreneurs, and changemakers looked at the role of the Just Transition Framework in ensuring inclusivity, creating wealth and opportunities through green economy initiatives, as well as replicating and scaling high-impact

Saudi Arabia’s Al Baha Region holds $76.1bn in mineral wealth, including gold, copper and marble Source link

Ahead of this week’s Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee meeting, Samuel Seeff, chairman of the Seeff Property Group, has urged the Bank to implement another interest-rate cut. He noted that while July’s 25-basis point reduction offered some relief, it was insufficient to significantly stimulate either the economy or the property market. Source: Supplied. Samuel Seeff,

Saudi Central Bank launches Google Pay via mada, advancing Vision 2030 goals to boost digital payments, reduce cash reliance, and enhance inclusion Source link

Jones Social runs a Social Hour from Monday to Friday between 5:00pm and 7:00pm Source link

Home-loan accounts with arrears in South Africa have increased by about 50% over just 18 months to December 2023. This sharp rise reflects mounting financial pressure on South African households, with higher interest rates, rising living costs, and persistent inflation making it harder for many to keep mortgage accounts up to date. Once at 92%,

South African financial markets have outperformed expectations, with the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) reaching record highs and the rand/dollar exchange rate rising despite a threat to exports from 30% US tariffs. Source: Reuters. However, growth in Africa’s largest and most industrialised economy has been stuck at around 1% for a decade and the outlook is

Two pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mina Street opened to the public; Five more bridges expected by the end of 2025 Source link

A pioneer in the field of construction and an eminent humanitarian, Hussain Khansaheb is considered one of nation’s most successful entrepreneurs Source link

Air-conditioned vessel can carry up to 190 passengers, and up to 45 vehicles – the first time a ferry is transporting vehicles in the country Source link

Sheikh Hamdan inaugurated IIM Ahmedabad’s first international campus in Dubai, launching a one-year MBA and new centres of excellence to boost education ties Source link

The dam affects 11 countries, two downstream and nine upstream. Addis Ababa completed construction of the US$4 billion-plus project in July 2025, mainly with funds sourced from Ethiopians at home and in the diaspora, with an official launch on 9 September 2025. John Mukum Mbaku, who has researched the governance of the Nile’s waters, explains

RAK Central is a business district designed to be the commercial nucleus of Ras Al Khaimah Source link

Ajman’s new professional licences surged 37 per cent in H1 2025, with new investors up 24 per cent and Ethiopia and Sudan joining the top 10 nationalities Source link

Growthpoint Properties Limited delivered results exceeding the top-end of its guidance for the financial year ended 30 June 2025, reporting distributable income per share (DIPS) of 146.3cps, up 3.1% from the prior financial year, and a total dividend per share (DPS) of 124.3cps, an increase of 6.1%. Norbert Sasse, Group CEO of Growthpoint Properties. Growthpoint’s

South Africa is in talks with Chinese automakers to encourage them to invest in local production, with one manufacturer showing strong interest in building cars locally, a senior government official said on Wednesday, 10 September. File photo: Customers browse a selection of cars displayed for sale at an entrance of a shopping mall, in Johannesburg,

Zambia’s high court has ruled that Standard Chartered does not have to pay $500,000 compensation to a former client it sold a now-defaulted Chinese property bond to at the height of the Asian country’s real-estate crisis. People walk next to a Standard Chartered banner, on the first day of the annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland,

Dubai introduces strict new teacher rules for private schools, with KHDA guidelines on hiring, conduct, resignations, and safeguarding standards Source link

Ajman real estate transactions hit $517m in August 2025, up 21 per cent year-on-year, with over 1,300 deals Source link

South Africa and Algeria have reached an agreement to establish trade routes and strengthen partnerships aimed at improving bilateral trade and market access. The deal follows discussions between Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau and Algerian Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion Kamal Rezig in Algeria. Source: The Department of Trade, Industry and

South Africa has sent officials to the United States to prepare for trade negotiations after attempting for months to strike a deal with the Trump administration to roll back steep tariffs, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday, 9 September 2025. Source: Reuters. US President Donald Trump imposed a 30% tariff on imports from Africa’s most

Flyadeal expands in Pakistan with new Riyadh flights to Islamabad, Peshawar and Sialkot, increasing weekly services to 13 Source link

Egypt’s Petroleum Ministry said that BP has signed a preliminary agreement with the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS) to drill five new deepwater gas wells in the Mediterranean Sea. The memorandum of understanding with state-owned EGAS comes as Egypt seeks to boost exploration and production. Egypt, once a regional exporter, has increasingly turned to

Finestar Diamonds and Jewellery launches new R300m manufacturing facility. Finestar Diamonds and Jewellery, a leading global diamantaire with a strong presence in India, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa, proudly marks a new milestone with the opening of its South African factory at the Jewellery Manufacturing Precinct situated at the OR Tambo Special Economic Zone at

Dubai RTA has issued a new regulation for tourist transport, enhancing service quality, safety and visitor experience to support the emirate’s tourism growth Source link

UAE aviation drives $92bn economy, 18 per cent of GDP, with DXB the world’s busiest airport, 160m passenger capacity and 4.36m tonnes of cargo in 2024 Source link

Nedbank Group Ltd is the winner of the EY 2025 Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards, with Redefine Properties Ltd named the runner Up, while Vodacom Group Ltd took third place. Source: © CFO CFO The Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025 celebrate JSE-listed South African companies that demonstrate outstanding quality in their integrated reports. (Pictured:

General insurance group Santam has appointed Rob Vetch as CEO and CFO designate to lead the Santam Syndicate 1918, following in principle approval by Lloyd’s in July 2025. Tavaziva Madzinga, the Santam Group CEO, says the executive appointments to the Santam Syndicate 1918 are an important step in operationalising the syndicate (Image supplied) Also joining

Africa’s biggest mobile operator MTN Group is not in active talks about reviving a potential acquisition of smaller South African rival Telkom, either with Telkom or internally, group CEO Ralph Mupita said on Friday, 5 September. File photo: Customers are served at a branch of South Africa’s mobile operator, Telkom, in Johannesburg, South Africa, 2

UAE residents and citizens have one more public holiday before the end of the year, get ready to mark your calendars Source link

UAE allows 4 per cent tax depreciation on investment properties from 2025, boosting real estate businesses under new corporate tax rules Source link

UAE to broadcast Sunday’s total lunar eclipse live, showing the Moon’s dramatic colour shift from yellow to deep red between 9.31pm and 10.53pm Source link

UAE approves $564m in new housing support for citizens in 2025, reinforcing family stability and long-term national priorities Source link

Tahaluf’s B2B events deliver $17.6bn impact to Saudi Arabia, surpassing FIFA World Cup as Vision 2030 drives record growth in business tourism Source link

MediCo CFI has appointed Dr Nkateko David Munisi, who will replace Advocate Barend Esterhuyzen as he steps down after founding MediCo 10 years ago, as its new board chairperson. Esterhuyzen will remain invested in MediCo CFI as a material shareholder. Dr. Nkateko Munisi, new chairperson of MediCo, and outgoing chair, Adv. Barend Esterhuyzen, who founded

African Rainbow Minerals has suspended operations at its loss-making Bokoni platinum mine while it works on a revised mining plan for the asset, it said as it reported a sharp fall in basic annual earnings. ARM booked a R2.2bn impairment at Bokoni, citing a delay in ramping up mining operations and a change in mining

African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) said its full-year profit fell 47%, mainly due to lower iron ore and coal prices. Image credit: Reuters ARM posted headline earnings of R2.695bn in the year ended 30 June, compared to R5.08bn last year. The diversified miner said lower thermal coal and iron ore prices, as well as a stronger

Saudi-UK GREAT FUTURES conference in London ends with $5.3bn of deals, new strategic partnership, and plans to boost trade to $40bn by 2030 Source link

South African fashion retailer Woolworths reported a 23.9% decline in full-year headline earnings, due to a weaker-than-expected performance from its Australian clothing chain Country Road Group. On a comparable basis, headline earnings per share (HEPS) fell to 268.1 South African cents in the 52 weeks ended 29 June. Group adjusted earnings before interest, tax and

Saudi Arabia’s FDI inflows rose 24 per cent to SR119.2bn ($31.8bn) in 2024, exceeding Vision 2030 targets as non-oil investment reached 90 per cent of total flows Source link

Majid Al Futtaim posted $4.7bn in H1 2025 revenue, with profit up 23 per cent as digital growth, real estate demand, and new investments drive momentum Source link

One-third of the 38 small industrial units at Inospace’s Creation Works site in Montague Gardens were sold at launch, underscoring the surging demand for compact industrial spaces. The sectional title sales campaign, led by Inospace, South Africa’s leading owner and operator of last-mile industrial parks, offers units averaging 400 square metres tailored for SMEs, e-commerce

Bahrain–Egypt non-oil trade reached $460.5m in 2024, with Bahraini investments in Egypt valued at $450m, as both nations deepen strategic partnerships Source link

Johannesburg’s housing market is set for a boost with Central Park City, a landmark mixed-use development featuring over 3,450 affordable apartments starting at just R595,000. Source: Supplied. The added amenities, from soccer to Pickleball, braai facilities and a swimming pool, are a first of its kind on offer in a new development. There are also

Millennials are emerging as the driving force behind South Africa’s resurgent housing market, fuelling record-high purchases and renewed buyer confidence. Source: Supplied. With home-loan applications climbing to their strongest levels since 2022, demand is surging particularly in the affordable and mid-market segments. “This upward trend among younger and mid-career buyers reflects a growing demand for

The service eliminates the need to visit UAE missions overseas or complete traditional procedures Source link

The Sea Harvest Group has reported a robust set of interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025, with headline earnings per share (HEPS) increasing by 91% to 95 cents. The Group’s strong performance was underpinned by global seafood demand, improved catch rates, and efficiency gains across its South African Fishing operations. Revenue

Saudi Arabia will refund SAR1.5bn ($400m) in government fees to startups and SMEs through the Estrdad initiative Source link

South Africa’s property market in mid-2025 is a story of mixed pressures and emerging opportunities. While cities such as Cape Town face unprecedented demand and affordability challenges, national indicators point to a cautiously optimistic recovery in the residential market, supported by an improving economy, expected interest rate cuts, and shifting investor focus towards new real

TotalEnergies announced that it has been awarded an exploration permit for the Nzombo area off the coast of the Republic of Congo, close to its already operational Moho facilities. Image credit: Jonathan Gong on Unsplash TotalEnergies said it will operate the asset with a 50% stake, while QatarEnergy will hold a 35% interest and Congo’s

The first batch of eITVs at Laem Chabang International Terminal will reduce carbon emissions 60% compared to diesel-powered ITVs Source link

ClearVue’s technology allows glass to generate electricity from sunlight while maintaining clarity and high-performance insulation Source link

It has allowed the tariffs to remain until October 14 to give the Trump administration a chance to file an appeal with the Supreme Court Source link

Dubai’s RTA is upgrading Al Thanya Street with new signals, walkways and junctions, easing congestion and improving safety near Sheikh Zayed Road by September 2025 Source link

Indian expats in Dubai and across the UAE will face new rules when applying for passports Source link

Affordable buy-to-let property could be part of the solution to South Africa’s retirement funding crisis. Property investment offers ongoing rental income, protection against inflation, and capital appreciation. The retirement crisis facing South Africans South Africa faces a stark retirement reality: only 6% of people can retire financially free by the traditional age of 60-65. According

Vukile Property Fund (JSE: VKE) has raised R500m through senior unsecured bonds, attracting bids worth over R3bn — six times its target — and securing top-tier pricing. Source: Supplied. Laurence Rapp, chief executive officer of Vukile Property Fund. The three-year tranche of R214m priced at 102 basis points (bps), and the seven-year tranche of R286m

UAE weather authorities forecast rain and fog for coming days Source link

With billions of rands flowing into residential and commercial property investment in the Cape Town city centre post-Covid, it’s clear that there’s no stopping the rejuvenation of the Mother City – and women are emerging as key players in the property landscape. Source: Supplied. Thuthukile Moloto, new GM of Pullman Cape Town, the first Pullman

This surge will create demand for around 350,000 new homes in Dubai Source link

Kuwait Vision 2035 ramps up Kuwaitisation with new laws, training, and incentives to boost private sector jobs for nationals Source link

From accommodating elderly parents or adult children to earning supplementary incomes as rentals or AirBnB’s, the granny flat of old is making a comeback and is driving demand for free-standing homes and larger properties. Source: Supplied. Yunus Randeree, a property professional at Tyson Properties Morningside, Durban has experienced this first hand: “Houses suitable for multi-generational

This Women’s Month, Vanessa Pillay, one of the top women in the asset management industry in South Africa, shares her inspiring story and what she has learnt from 25 years in the corporate investment space. Pillay is the head of Corporate and Commercial Distribution at Ashburton Investments – a role that makes her a vital

Image credit: Roman Khripkov on Unsplash The government’s new 2030-2035 pledge to protect the climate only commits to reducing the 2025-2030 target of 350-420 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide that can be emitted, to 320-380 metric tonnes to be emitted between 2030 and 2035. Scientists from the Presidential Climate Commission, the body advising government on

Madinah led Saudi real estate in H1 2025 with values up 49 per cent to $906m, as nationwide housing deals hit $33bn Source link

Africa – and South Africa – must harness its rich endowment of critical minerals to create an industrial powerhouse which can lead the green energy revolution. This, according to Gauteng Growth and Development Agency executive, Sthembiso Dlamini, who addressed the African Critical Minerals Summit in Johannesburg on Monday, 25 August 2025. The continent boasts vast

The partnership will see the two entities explore collaboration in the deployment of critical financial technology solutions for exchanges, clearing houses and central securities depositories, including joint projects and knowledge transfer initiatives Source link

UAE petrol prices saw a slight decline last month as part  of a period of relative stability Source link

Unlike volatile financial markets or short-term business ventures, real estate offers tangible, resilient value and, for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), luxury properties often serve as both lifestyle-enhancing retreats and reliable investment vehicles. Source: Supplied. This is according to Yael Geffen, chief executive officer of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, who believes that these “legacy homes” are

The upcoming Africa Property Investment (API) Summit, taking place in Cape Town on 18 and 19 September 2025 at The Westin, will shine a spotlight on the vital role pension funds and other domestic investors are playing in reshaping Africa’s property investment landscape. Source: Supplied. Niyi Adeleye, Standard Bank: Head of Real Estate Finance –

UAE Cyber Security Council warns of 12,000 breaches from public Wi-Fi in 2025, urging VPN use, safe browsing, and multi-factor authentication Source link

Dubai RTA awards contract to expand Terminal 1 bridge at DXB, boosting capacity by 33% to 5,600 vehicles per hour and easing passenger access Source link

UAE tourism sector grows to $70bn as AI, smart tech and sustainable innovations reshape hospitality and boost visitor experience Source link

Saudi Central Bank approves Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company to launch the Kingdom’s first mortgage-backed securities Source link

Fitch: UK to remain West’s Islamic finance hub as LSE leads hard-currency sukuk and AUM surges Source link

When planning to marry, consider the implications of the type of marriage contract, should you own or intend to buy property for habitation, business or investment, advises Renier Kriek, managing director at home loan provider, Sentinel Homes. Let’s look at the different types of marriage and what you need to know to protect your assets

Student Living Asset Management (Slam) is pleased to announce that it has received mezzanine debt funding to acquire a 51% majority stake in Stellenbosch student residence, Academica. Source: Supplied. Tshandu Ramusetheli, chief executive officer at Maia Capital. Slam is a South African real estate private equity fund specialising in student accommodation. It received funding for

Kogae Rainbow Investment Holdings has acquired a 65% equity shareholding in Boomgate, a South African manufacturer of high-security access solutions. The acquisition includes both Boomgate Systems (Pty) Ltd and Boomgate International (Pty) Ltd. Source: Kogae Rainbow Investment Holdings. Thabile Wonci, chief executive officer of Kogae Rainbow Investment Holdings says the acquisition represents a transformative opportunity

UAE GCSE 2025 results revealed: some private schools report record grades, 100% pass rates and top achievements at Horizon, Repton, Aldar and Kent College Source link

African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM), through its IDEAS Fund and Motseng Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd (Motseng), is proud to announce a landmark partnership: the formation of Motseng Ideas Infrastructure Group (Pty) Ltd (MIIG). MIIG is a proudly South African investment company, managing close to R1bn in assets and backed by scalable capital. With a strong

The initiative is open to Emirati graduates holding bachelor’s degrees in electrical, mechanical, nuclear, and related engineering disciplines Source link

Saudi Arabia’s GACA grants VistaJet the first foreign operator certificate for private domestic flights, a milestone in Vision 2030 aviation goals Source link

Dozens of climate activists gathered outside the headquarters of Standard Bank and TotalEnergies in Rosebank on Tuesday, demanding an end to fossil fuel investments in South Africa and across the continent. About 80 people gathered in Rosebank to protest against Standard Bank and TotalEnergies’ investment in fossil fuels. Photo: Kimberly Mutandiro The protest was part

Dubai will install 200 ultra-fast EV charging stations by 2025 under a 10-year Parkin–e& partnership Source link

Air Canada flights to the UAE impacted by strike, find out latest details Source link

In the fast-paced world of equity trading, where split-second decisions move markets, women are still underrepresented. But pioneers like Surette Drew, a senior equity trader at Prescient Securities, are changing that narrative. Source: Supplied. Surette Drew, a senior equity trader at Prescient Securities. With nearly two decades of experience under her belt, Surette reflects on

GCC-Stat data shows national income down 2.7 per cent year-on-year, but non-oil sector posts 6.4 per cent growth, led by finance, transport, and real estate Source link

The initiative is designed to strengthen Egypt’s position in global markets and help deliver the government’s 2030 export target of $140 billion Source link

Adjusted EBITDA up 21.4% at $3.03bn; Net profit up 68.5% to $960mn; Company on track for full-year capex target of $2.5bn Source link

Air Arabia to start Abu Dhabi to Yekaterinburg flights to boost UAE-Russia connectivity Source link

Discover the biggest UAE and GCC headlines this week, from updated school calendars and new travel rules to booming property markets and major infrastructure developments. Source link

Travellers to Saudi Arabia can now apply online for permits to carry narcotic or psychotropic medicines — here’s what you need to know Source link

The Congolese mining company sanctioned by the United States this week has said it “categorically rejects” allegations linking it to armed groups and mineral smuggling in the turbulent eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The US Treasury Department announced sanctions against the Cooperative des Artisanaux Miniers du Congo (CDMC) over what it called the illicit sale

UAE authorities have extradited a top Chinese fugitive accused of running a multimillion-dollar online gambling network Source link

Dubai’s economy grew 4 per cent year-on-year, led by a 26 per cent surge in the health sector and strong performances in property and financial services Source link

An index of global equity markets rose to a record high for the second straight session on Wednesday, 13 August 2025 partly underpinned by bullish sentiment on Wall Street as investors positioned for a likely interest rate cut from the US Federal Reserve. Source: Reuters. The MSCI All Country World Index rose as high as

Saudi Arabia’s gaming industry surges with 2.4m consoles imported, faster game response times, and a $70m Esports World Cup in Riyadh Source link

As the global demand for sustainable logistics intensifies, Power Plastics, a South African leader in temperature-control logistics solutions, is pioneering a greener, more efficient future for cold chain transport. Shifting to more advanced Thermal Container Liners and Thermal Pallet Covers, producers and freight operators are eliminating the need for wasteful packaging like polystyrene, reducing temperature-related

De Beers’ joint venture in Angola has discovered a new kimberlite field, the most common source of mined diamonds, its first such discovery in three decades. Image credit: De Beers The Anglo American unit is jointly exploring for diamonds in Angola in partnership with the country’s state-owned diamond company Endiama. De Beers stated in a

Shurooq on defining the future urban and economic identity of Sharjah Source link

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Airport will welcome one million guests annually by 2030 Source link

Mahindra South Africa has officially opened its new, purpose-built vehicle assembly facility at the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone in KwaZulu-Natal, signalling a major expansion in its local operations as the brand enters its third decade in the country. Image supplied The plant, developed from the ground up near Mahindra’s original 2018 assembly site, is

Barrick Mining CEO Mark Bristow said on Monday that the gold industry is awaiting clarity from the White House regarding potential US tariffs on gold bars, but added that, regardless of the outcome, the impact on miners would be minimal. Image credit: Jingming Pan on Unsplash According to a ruling published on the US Customs

Qatar has seen significant growth to its tourism sector, with GCC and Europe leading visitor numbers Source link

PG Bison, a leading manufacturer of wood-based panel products, is proud to announce that its shareholder, KAP Limited, has approved a R240m investment for a new high-volume, high-pressure Melamine Faced Board (MFB) line that will be installed at its Mkhondo facility in Mpumalanga. This will be the fourth MFB line at the site, and the

Said to be “another step on our journey towards simplifying Rolls-Royce”, it is the largest UK risk-transfer deal so far this year Source link

Saudi Arabia records growth in key industrial sectors as manufacturing shines Source link

UAE and Russia sign Trade in Services and Investment Agreement Source link

The Dubai real estate sector saw $5.9bn of transactions and 4,154 sales last week Source link

Abu Dhabi sees significant hike in real estate prices, top locations revealed   Source link

Smart permits via Riyadh Parking app to regulate 140,000 spaces as city advances Vision 2030 urban mobility goals Source link

Acquired company had revenues of $60.2mn and an EBITDA of $5.83mn for the fiscal year 2024 Source link

A limited number of residences and estate plots with private beach access will also be released for sale Source link

Over 34,000 clothing retail and manufacturing jobs could be displaced in South Africa by 2030 if offshore e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu continue to gain market share. This is according to a new study commissioned by the Localisation Support Fund (LSF) and conducted by BMA in support of the Retail-Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather

Azizi Abraham features a selection of studios, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments Source link

Rounding out the top five most-booked international destinations were the UK, Turkey, and the Maldives Source link

The banks remain committed to supporting first-time homebuyers and it is expected that their presence in the market will continue to strengthen. Source: Supplied. Rhys Dyer, chief executive officer of the ooba Group. This was the sentiment of Rhys Dyer, chief executive officer of the ooba Group who welcomed the announcement by the South African

On 1 August 2025, the United States’ 30% import tariff on South African exports went into effect. The widespread effect this will have on South African industries is monumental, with particular concern within the metals and engineering sector, which relies on the US for approximately 8% of its total output. Image credit: Mads Eneqvist on

Dubai welcomed 90,337 new real estate units in H1 2025 and saw lease value growth of 5%, amid strong rental and sales demand Source link

The new Authority is an independent federal entity affiliated with the UAE Cabinet. Source link

Nigeria’s Dangote Group has appointed David Bird, a former Shell executive and ex-CEO of 0Q8 refinery in Oman, as chief executive of its refinery and petrochemical division, as it accelerates its pan-African growth strategy. Image credit: Dangote Bird, whose appointment took effect on August 1, brings over three decades of industry experience, including a 14-year

On 7 February 2025, the Minister of Finance promulgated Gazette Notice 5841, amending NTR (National Treasury Regulation) 16, which governs public-private partnership (PPP) approvals under the Public Finance Management Act. Image source: LipikStockMedia from Freepik These amendments flow from a 2019 review of South Africa’s PPP framework and aim to streamline approvals, bolster governance and

South Africa has yet to implement extended producer responsibility (EPR) for the fashion and textiles industry. If it had to (sometime soon, please!), how would it even work? That’s what an expert panel set to unpack at Twyg and Imiloa Collective’s 2025 Africa Textile Talks, held in Cape Town. Image credit: Paulo Sérgio Zembruski on

It reduces travel time between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road by 61% – from 9.7 minutes to 3.8 minutes Source link

Launched earlier this year, RIQ will deliver AI-native risk transfer solutions for IHC and its group companies over 10 years Source link

Abu Dhabi company participates alongside Insight Partners in $150mn Series C Funding that values Anaconda at $1.5bn Source link

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As global supply chains shift under the weight of e-commerce, localisation and climate risk, Cape Town and Durban have emerged as two of Africa’s most investable logistics and industrial (L & I) markets due to their resilience, adaptability and strong investor appeal. Shane Howe, Head of Western Cape Industrial Broking at Cushman & Wakefield |

The Schroders Global Investor Insights Survey 2025 reveals that investors see public equities as offering the best return potential among major asset classes. Public equities are the top choice for 46% of respondents, slightly ahead of private equity (45%). Source: Supplied. Philip Robotham, Schroders Head of Wealth, South Africa. Alex Tedder, chief investment officer of

Woolworths has announced a first-of-its-kind benefits package designed to change the lives of thousands of its employees. Source: © Festival Mall Festival Mall Woolworths has announced a first-of-its-kind benefits package designed to change the lives of thousands of its employees In addition to the range of benefits already available to them, as of July this

Backed by science, proven by decades of data, and monitored by trusted authorities, these vaccines are a vital part of modern prenatal care Source link

The completed six-bedroom mansion spans two floors and features a staircase, double-height living area with floor-to-ceiling windows, dining space with open kitchen, fitness room with Technogym equipment, and massage room Source link

ArcelorMittal South Africa said it is still on track to close its loss-making long steel operations in September, as talks with the government have not provided a solution. Image credit: Reuters The steelmaker also posted a half-year headline loss of R1.014bn, slightly narrower than a R1.1bn rand loss reported previously, on persistently low sales volumes

The South African rand was flat on Thursday, 31 July 2025 ahead of an interest-rate decision by the South African Reserve Bank (Sarb), as the country hopes to strike a trade agreement with the US before new US import tariffs take effect on 1 August. Source: Reuters. At 0729 GMT the rand traded at 17.9825

The Prada Group has reported a solid performance for the first half of 2025, with consolidated net revenues rising 9% year-on-year to €2.74bn. Despite a turbulent economic climate, the company credits strong brand appeal and creative momentum for driving growth, particularly at Miu Miu, which saw retail sales soar by 49%. Key highlights (growth percentage

While the Western Cape continues to lead the way in national house-price inflation recovery, the comeback is broad-based, with growth in house prices accelerating across all three major regional markets. Source: Supplied. Andrew Golding, chief executive of the Pam Golding Property group. This is according to Andrew Golding, chief executive of the Pam Golding Property

Sub-Saharan African central banks that have added gold to their reserves in recent years could face price and liquidity crises if the value of the precious metal slides, BMI, a unit of Fitch Group, said on Wednesday, 30 July 2025. Source: Reuters. Ghana, Tanzania and Nigeria have been buying gold domestically to beef up their

Are you or do you know Africa’s most impactful energy and water sector leaders, pioneers, and innovators? Well then, you can submit a nomination for the 10th African Power and Energy Elites: People and Projects. Image supplied. Known as The Elites, this annual initiative honours the changemakers transforming lives and systems across the continent –

The airline said the two new routes mark continued expansion from its Ras Al Khaimah hub, complementing existing direct flights to Moscow Source link

The deal is fully integrated with Emirates NBD’s advanced digital and trade platforms, offering Joyalukkas real-time visibility and convenience across its financial operations. Source link

The Lebanon opening represents Allo Beirut’s entry into its fourth market Source link

The euro hit a one-month low against the dollar on Tuesday, 29 July 2025 as investors sobered up to the fact that terms of the trade deal between the US and the European Union favoured the former and did little for the bloc’s economic outlook. Source: Reuters. The common currency fell as much as 0.5%

The delays in cutting the interest rate, despite the favourable conditions, have been detrimental to the primary objective of SA’s economic growth and job creation. There is simply no longer any time for a “wait and see” approach. Source: Supplied. Samuel Seeff, chairman of the Seeff Property Group. This is the take-home message of Samuel

The centre, which operates under Dubai Chambers, created the initiative to help family businesses access consultancy services in administrative and operational areas Source link

The phase covers five Dubai stations: Al Fahidi, Baniyas, Al Seef, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Bluewaters Source link

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested R365m in a new bottling line capable of producing 72,000 bottles per hour at its plant in Midrand, South Africa. The high-speed production line reportedly marks a South African first, producing Bonaqua Pump Still 750ml and Powerade 500ml packs with an innovative sports bottle cap. Beyond this milestone, the

“There has never been a better time to be a Prime member,” Stefano Martinelli, VP Amazon Middle East told Arabian Business Source link

London Gate will serve as the launching developer, while OCTA Properties will handle sales and marketing for all three Dubai projects Source link

Ownership remains prohibited in certain locations and regions, particularly in Saudi Arabia Makkah and Madinah, except under conditions Source link

HCLTech’s enterprise-grade cognitive virtual agent with generative AI offers dynamic, personalised, and intelligent engagement. Source link

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The findings come amid a growing trend of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) exiting the country Source link

BMW Group South Africa hosted President Cyril Ramaphosa and senior members of government at its Rosslyn plant in Tshwane today, 24 July, highlighting its long-term investment in local manufacturing and the company’s role in advancing industrial growth. Image supplied The visit included BMW AG board members Milan Nedeljković and Ilka Horstmeier, who used the engagement

In an upcoming podcast with The Finance Ghost to be released on Thursday, 24 July, Martin Slabbert, CEO of Prime Kapital, confirmed significant progress on funding and reiterated the strong value proposition behind PKI’s voluntary offer for MAS. Martin Slabbert “We previously announced that over R2.2bn has been allocated to fund the cash portion of

CFI, an online trading provider, has announced that Maria Sharapova will join Lewis Hamilton as global brand ambassador. Sharapova joins CFI in a multi-year agreement. Sharapova joins Hamilton as a brand ambassador. Source: Supplied. Campaigns Renowned for her achievements on the court and her expansive success beyond it, including business, fashion, media, wellness, and recently

The new signature sound forms part of the Qatar Airways’ evolving brand identity Source link

South Africa’s inflation rate edged higher in June, reaching the base of the central bank’s target range, but analysts said there was still scope to ease monetary policy. Source: Reuters. Headline consumer inflation rose to 3.0% year-on-year, up from 2.8% in May and in line with the median forecast of economists polled. The South African

Strategically located within a short flight from most parts of the world, dynamic Dubai is ranked among the safest and fastest-growing cities globally. With around 85% of its population made up of expatriates, it has become one of the top five luxury residential markets worldwide. Backed by a thriving economy, investor confidence, and rising demand

From their origins as Lulalend, a pioneering digital lender, the fintech founded by CEO Trevor Gosling and CTO Neil Welman has evolved into a comprehensive digital business banking platform (Lula), consistently demonstrating innovation, agility, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by South African SMEs. “We have evolved in leaps and

Hala expanded its fleet by 250 vehicles during H1, with 600 more planned for deployment Source link

Following the announcement of his appointment in May, James Day has formally assumed the role of chief executive officer at Emira Property Fund (JSE: EMI), one of South Africa’s most established diversified real estate investment trusts (REITs). Day has served as a non-executive director of Emira since October 2023 and now moves into executive leadership

MAS shareholders are strongly urged to exercise caution and reject the recent unsolicited offer made by Hyprop Investments Limited (“Hyprop”). The purported offer is not only economically unattractive but also raises significant governance and regulatory red flags. Martin Slabbert Hyprop’s offer fails JSE standards and is a disguised free option request PK Investments Limited (“PKI”),

Emirates Group will host more than 2,100 open days and talent acquisition events across 150 cities throughout the year Source link

Ibex Investment Holdings, formerly known as Steinhoff International Holdings, will exit its 28% stake in clothing retailer, Pepkor Holdings. The company will offer one billion shares, worth about R28bn, according to the terms of the deal published Monday, 21 July 2025. Demand for the shares exceeded the stock being offered within minutes of the transaction

MoHRE noted that the increase in the number of UAE citizens employed in the private sector reflects the sustainability of the country’s growth Source link

Sappi Ngodwana Mill, a cornerstone of excellence in sustainable manufacturing, has reached a major safety milestone: four million lost time injury free (LTIF) manhours as of 9 June 2025. This remarkable accomplishment – which equates to around nine months worked without incurring a single lost time injury – has earned the mill a Double Diamond

Abu Dhabi’s Al Maryah Island will feature a 30-metre luminous sphere and AI-Powered water features Source link

The work forms part of a plan to expand the public transport network, raise service quality, and provide mobility services for Dubai’s residents and visitors Source link

The investigation began when Sharjah Police observed an Arab individual repeatedly entering the UAE with his family Source link

The performance reinforces Dubai’s position as a key property hub in the region Source link

New 20,000-seat Diriyah Arena and mixed-use complex mark major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation Source link

The conditions under which the global manufacturing sector creates value are shifting. Carbon intensity and environmental compliance now shape industrial performance in ways that were previously treated as secondary, and these factors are beginning to influence core decisions around investment and supply chain design – especially in economies under pressure to simultaneously industrialise and decarbonise.

In Johannesburg’s fast-evolving property landscape, one trend is standing out with unmistakable clarity: safety has become the ultimate dealbreaker—especially for women. Source: Supplied. Claude McKirby, co-principal of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty’s Southern Suburbs office. A 2023 Lightstone Property Security Survey revealed that 78% of female buyers in the city rank multi-layered security systems as

New e-visa platform simplifies entry to Kuwait for four major visa categories Source link

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors have grown in significance for businesses worldwide, including South African financial institutions. Image credit: Singkham on Pexels ESG disclosure helps stakeholders understand how companies manage ESG risks and opportunities and how they perform against ESG criteria. As regulatory frameworks continue to evolve, financial institutions must stay informed about current

The development will have 121 contemporary and fully-furnished residences that promise to stand out for its creative design and sophistication Source link

New global icon system approved by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed helps distinguish between human and AI contributions in research, publishing, and creative work Source link

High yields, low vacancies and rising rental demand are fuelling investor confidence in South Africa’s rental market. Source: Supplied. Bradd Bendall, BetterBond’s National Head of Sales. With the country’s average gross rental yield reaching 10.36% in Q2 2025 and national vacancy rates at their lowest since 2016, conditions are ripe for property investors. Bradd Bendall,

A meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors from the Group of 20 in Durban, South Africa, will seek to deepen global relationships in “turbulent times”, German finance ministry sources said on Tuesday, 15 July 2025. Source: Green Database. The Durban gathering of finance chiefs on Thursday and Friday will be the third meeting

The $5.58bn Dubai Metro Blue Line project will connect communities and serve 350,000 daily passengers by 2040 Source link

Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 2.3 per cent in June 2025 Source link

In a world where challenges often overshadow opportunities, it is crucial to remind our youth that giving up is not an option. The Hope Factory and Saica Enterprise Development are lighting the way forward, offering young people the tools, support, and inspiration they need to thrive through socio-economic development, skills development, and financial excellence programme

At the 20th AGM of the Cape Clothing and Textile Cluster (CCTC), I received the Industry Champion Award, a deeply meaningful recognition of the work done together to strengthen Cape Town’s clothing and textile sector. Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth with Wilma Engelbrecht, an employee at Prestige Clothing, in Epping. Image

Cape Town-based fintech company MoneyBadger has raised $400,000 (approximately R7m) in pre-seed funding to expand its crypto payments network across South Africa and beyond. Carel van Wyk, CEO MoneyBadger | image supplied The round was led by Africa-focused venture capital firm P1 Ventures, with support from three angel investors active in the crypto space. With

Talks with the South African government have so far achieved little progress in preventing the closure of loss-making long steel operations at ArcelorMittal South Africa, the company said on 14 July 2025. Image credit: Reuters The South African unit of world number two steelmaker ArcelorMittal SA initially said in November 2023 it planned to close

Etihad passenger growth up 17 per cent in H1 2025 as Abu Dhabi airline expands routes and boosts fleet to 101 aircraft Source link

A rare blend of modern luxury and established charm is coming to Welgemoed, where tradition meets transformation in one of Cape Town’s most sought-after suburbs. Source: Supplied. A bold new architectural landmark, 27 Grey introduces sculptural, contemporary design to an area best known for its leafy tranquillity and spacious freehold homes. With panoramic views stretching

The company signs Power Purchase agreement for 15GW with ACWA Power, PIF’s Badeel and Saudi Aramco’s Aramco Power Source link

Dubai Police arrest prime suspects in organised crime gang Source link

Investigation into Air India accident in Ahmedabad in June contains details of pilot discussions Source link

Dubai real estate report shoes 62.7 per cent surge in ultra-prime deals, with Indian, UK, German, and Portuguese buyers driving momentum Source link

Qatar Airways completes record Starlink Wi-Fi rollout on 54 Boeing 777s, sets new standard for in-flight connectivity Source link

Imagine being able to invest in top-performing global companies with just R150. Thanks to fractional investing, this is no longer a dream for Africans eager to grow their wealth – it’s a reality. Source: Supplied. Platforms like Bamboo have opened access to over 3,000 US-listed stocks, making global markets accessible to more than 500,000 Africans

The London-headquartered bank becomes the Official Bank of the PIF-backed League and will also sponsor the Crushers and Majesticks teams Source link

Saudia ranks first globally for on-time flights in June 2025, with flyadeal leading Middle East and Africa Source link

Morocco plans to build a 500 megawatt data centre powered by renewable energy to strengthen the security of data storage, its digital transition minister said. Image credit: Unsplash The centre will be located in Dakhla, in Western Sahara, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni told Reuters, without giving details on the timeline or cost. Several countries are

Gauteng’s rental market — the largest in South Africa — is gaining momentum as returning semigrants and new arrivals seek affordable living options in the country’s economic heartland. Source: Supplied. With nearly 38% of households renting, and demand rising faster than supply, the region is fast becoming a hotspot for both tenants and savvy property

Dubai unicorn to launch world’s first AI-powered XR smart lens with night vision, health monitoring, and zoom Source link

This founder-focused programme is designed to support early and growth-stage entrepreneurs in Eswatini who are serious about scaling their businesses and stepping into new markets. Launching in August 2025, the six-month programme will combine one-on-one mentorship, hands-on masterclasses, and practical sessions to help founders build, pitch, and grow with purpose. The hybrid format allows for

The facility, on an 8-year term, strengthens Al Seer’s capital structure to support diversified fleet growth and strategic investments Source link

Saudi Arabia’s construction boom is leading to rising costs in a building sector driving economic growth in the Kingdom Source link

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that a sweeping 30% tariff will be imposed on all South African goods entering the United States, effective 1 August 2025. Source: Donald J. Trump/Facebook. The move forms part of Trump’s controversial “Liberation Day” trade package, designed to rebalance America’s global trade relationships. The decision has drawn immediate criticism

Since its launch in 2020, Hesketh Estate has consistently delivered impressive returns, with early phases like Alfa achieving capital growth of over 36% in just five years. Source: Supplied. Averaging 10 sales per month in its first year, the estate has rapidly built a reputation for secure, high-quality living in one of KwaZulu-Natal’s fastest-growing cities.

According to Coega Steels director Amit Saini, South Africa is in no position to play with existing policies that are already ‘only just’ managing to preserve scrap stocks. Image supplied. He warned that backpedalling on export tax or provisions of the price preference system (PPS) would be ‘devastating and create an existential crisis’ for mini

The UAE answered a distress call and saved all 22 crew of ship attacked in Red Sea Source link

The manufacturing sector in KwaZulu-Natal is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, and the need for more sustainable production methods. To remain competitive, though, businesses in the region must stay informed about the latest industry trends. The KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE), taking place from 22-24 July 2025 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, provides a

The figures, released in Knight Frank’s Saudi Arabia Construction Landscape Review, show construction in the Kingdom has grown year-on-year since 2020 Source link