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As Caterpillar celebrates more than a century of impact, the global industrial leader is firmly focused on what lies ahead. Having marked its 100th anniversary in 2025, Caterpillar continues to build on a proud legacy while investing heavily in the technologies, talent, and solutions shaping the future of industry.

The Minister of the Department of Employment and Labour, Honourable Nomakhosazana Meth, has published a notice in terms of section 50(9)(a) of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75b of 1995 to formally withdraw the 2003 Variation Notice that excluded pension funds regulated under the Pension Funds Act from the application of section 34A of the BCEA.

The US embassy has condemned the South African military for allegedly defying presidential orders by allowing Iran to join naval exercises in False Bay. Labelling Iran a ‘state sponsor of terror’, US officials said the move undermined regional stability. Meanwhile, South Africa has called on Iran to allow peaceful protests amid a violent crackdown on dissent in the country.

The 25th anniversary edition of the Edelman Trust Barometer has revealed a profound shift to acceptance of aggressive action, with political polarization and deepening fears giving rise to a widespread sense of grievance.

Cummins a global power technology leader, today officially launched the Technical Education for Communities (TEC) programme at the False Bay TVET College Khayelitsha campus, Cape Town, following an extensive renovation of the mechanical engineering training workshop.

A stronger rand and surging metal prices have pushed South Africa’s benchmark equity index to its highest level since 2019.

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Sub-Saharan African economies are expected to grow 4.4% in 2026, according to IMF projections — up from 4.1% last year.

South Africa leads Africa with a Quality of Life Index of 150.9. Numbeo’s 2026 Quality of Life Index takes a close look at all these factors, purchasing power, cost of living, pollution, safety, healthcare, climate, and more, to rank countries.

A US House committee will on Wednesday consider a three-year extension to Washington's flagship trade initiative for Africa which lapsed in September, but South Africa risks being excluded amid tensions between Pretoria and the Trump administration.