Africa in Business
In-depth financial issues, profiling of African businesses doing well internationally, stocks & market updates.
BUSINESS ROUND UP with Victor Kgomoeswana
Thami Ngubeni takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo.
SA's National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) unveils its National Political Council Base Framework Document
South Africa's (SA) National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has unveiled its National Political Council Base Framework Document, focusing on key political and economic issues affecting workers and society. The document addresses the South African Communist Party (SACP) and state power resolution, the future of the alliance, the impact of coalitions and the Government of National Unity (GNU), and the broader socio-economic landscape since the dawn of democracy. NUM presented the framework during its National Political Council in Johannesburg, held under the theme: "Strengthen the Working Class to Roll Back Neoliberal Austerity." FOR more on this Thami Ngubeni spoke to NUM president, Dan Balepile
Women's financial inclusion remains a critical issue
Women's financial inclusion remains a critical issue, with many still facing challenges in accessing funding, building wealth, and participating fully in the economy. To address these barriers and drive actionable change, Black Distributors Trust (BDT) in partnership with Old Mutual hosted the Women Financial Inclusion Summit 2025 earlier today. Thami Ngubeni spoke to Founder & Executive Chairperson of the Africa Women Financial Inclusion Initiative, Zimkhitha Gova.
NGOs in Rwanda banned from co-operating with the Belgium government
Rwanda's government has barred all international and national non-governmental organizations operating in the country from cooperating with the Belgium government. In a statement by the Rwanda Governance Board says the restrictions include a number of support and funding. To tell us more Lulu Gaboo spoke to our correspondent in Rwanda, Sylivanus Karamera.
Malawi to resume uranium mining operations in June
Malawi's Mining Minister, Kenneth Zikhale Ng'oma has announced that the country will resume uranium mine operations in June after 10 years of inactivity, due to low global prices. The announcement followed a meeting with Australian mining company, Lotus Africa Limited. To tell us more about this Thami Ngubeni spoke to Chifi Mhango, Chief economist at Don Consultancy.
Malawi's Reserve Bank orders TNC to pay employees pensions
The Reserve Bank of Malawi has ordered the Telekom Networks of Malawi (TNC) to pay 63 former employees their pensions. The employees who were working for the company's call centre were not part of the pension fund scheme as they were on a fixed-term contract. However, the Communication Workers Union of Malawi (COWUMA) says employees with fixed-term contracts are not exempted from complying with the Pension Act of 2023. For more on this Thami Ngubeni spoke to Hamilton Delezah, the General Secretary of the Communication Workers Union of Malawi.
Global leaders network warns 80% of countries unlikely to meet maternal mortality targets
As the second G20 Health Working Group meeting continues in KwaZulu-Natal South Africa, the Global Leaders Network is warning that it's likely that 80% of countries will not achieve their national maternal mortality target, which is SDG 3.1. The picture is just as dire in meeting targets on reducing neonatal and under-five child mortality targets. The Global Leaders Network is the only global body calling for prioritising funding for women, children, and adolescent health services to achieve universal health coverage and access to sexual and reproductive rights. For more on the Health Working Group meeting and its objectives Channel Africas Nhlanhla Mahlangu spoke to Liberia's Deputy Minister for Health Dr.Catherine Cooper.
G20 Seminar hosted by SA Public Administration Association, Partners
The South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM), in collaboration with the Department of Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (DPME) and Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), is currently hosting a G20 Seminar in Johannesburg. The seminar focuses on Public Good, Development, Finance, and Social Protection. With SA holding the G20 Presidency, this platform aims to educate, inform, and engage academia, civil society, and citizens on the significance of the G20 and how government strategies can align with its priorities. For more on this Thami Ngubeni spoke to the vice president of the SAAPAM Prof. Nokukhanya Jili-Mbanjwa.
Uganda to remove over 10 000 inactive companies from business register
The Uganda Registration Service Bureau (URSB) says it will be permanently deregistering over 10,000 inactive companies from its official register. Denis Nabende, URSB's communications and public affairs officer, has indicated that the de-registration process is crucial for maintaining the credibility of the business register and ensuring transparency in the corporate sector. Businesses are urged to prioritise their registration and filing obligations to avoid being struck off the register. To unpack this further Thami Ngubeni spoke to the Uganda Registration Service Bureau's communications and public affairs officer, Denis Nabende.
Investigations underway regarding workers' pension contributions in SA
Municipalities that deduct workers' pension contributions but fail to pay them into the relevant retirement funds may find themselves in hot water, as investigations into this matter are currently underway by the relevant authorities. Approximately one hundred municipalities in South Africa (SA) are alleged to have deducted workers' pension contributions from their salaries but failed to transfer the funds to the respective pension or retirement funds. As a result, workers in the affected municipalities were unable to access benefits from the two-pot pension system last September. To help us understand this issue further, Thami Ngubeni spoke to Naheem Essop, the Deputy Pension Funds Adjudicator.
TIA Launches Women in Tech & Innovation Programme to drive inclusivity in SA
South Africa's (SA) Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has launched the Women Technology and Innovation Programme in the north of Johannesburg. This initiative is dedicated to driving transformation and inclusivity in SA's innovation ecosystem by. For more on this, Patrick Krappie Executive Innovation Enabling at Technology Innovation Agency, spoke to Thami Ngubeni.
Leo Brent Bozell III nominated as US Ambassador to SA
The Trump administration has officially nominated Leo Brent Bozell III, a conservative media critic and fierce defender of Israel, to be the United States (US) Ambassador to South Africa (SA). Bozell, who is still to be confirmed by the Senate, will be coming into the role at a time when relations between SA and the United States are unsavoury. Meanwhile, the country's Department of International Relations says it had not received official notification of US President Donald Trump's decision to nominate Leo Brent Bozell III as the next Ambassador to SA. Kate Fisher reports from Washington and International Relations Expert, Brooks Spector unpacks it with Thami Ngubeni.
Wits hunger strike solidarity committee to protest later over unregistered students
The Wits Hunger Strike Solidarity Committee in Johannesburg, South Africa is embarking on the Umqolo Uvelile protest later today. They are demanding for the immediate registration of all unregistered students regardless of their historical debt. Today's protest follows on from a 12-day hunger strike. For more Thami Ngubeni spoke to Feziwe Ndwayana, a Masters Student at Wits, and voice for unregistered students.
Imara Artisan SMME Fund is focusing on artisan entrepreneurs
In a bid to reshape South Africa's economic landscape, the Imara Artisan SMME Fund is focusing on artisan entrepreneurs in a bid to grow a sector that has long been marginalised. To tell us more about this initiative Thami Ngubeni spoke to Seth Mulli, Programme Director for Allan Gray Makers..
Urgent dialogue needed on urban growth, economic inclusivity
Urbanization, together with digitalization has been seen as an underlying transformative force of the global economy, trade and commerce- with cities as drivers of growth and innovation. However, they face rising concerns such as natural resource limitations, inequalities and vulnerabilities. Thato Ramaili, CEO of the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) says as South Africa prepares for the G20 Summit, there is a need for a conversation around urban transformation, infrastructure development, and economic inclusivity. To further unpack this we are now joined on the line by Thato Ramaili, the CEO of the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority...
Investors raise concern over global equities in the US market
The current political climate and geopolitical landscape have increased concerns for investors that were already lingering following the extreme concentration of global equities in the US market. This group of mega-cap tech companies have outperformed major global equity indexes. All this may drive investors to want to focus on their domestic markets instead of diversifying their investments globally. To talk about this Thami Ngubeni spoke to South Africa Country Head at Schroders, Kondi Nkosi.
Entrepreneurs encouraged to deepen their knowledge in the energy sector
Energy Advisor in the Presidency of South Africa (SA), Silas Zimu, has encouraged entrepreneurs facing challenges in the energy sector to deepen their knowledge of the industry and contribute to diversifying the country's energy mix. Speaking at the ongoing Solar & Storage event in Johannesburg, Zimu highlighted the importance of innovation in addressing SA's energy needs. The event has drawn 20,000 attendees, 650 exhibitors, 200 speakers, and representatives from 40 African countries. Channel Africa's Business Reporter Innocent Semosa has more.
Preview of the business stories coming out of Africa this week
Thami Ngubeni spoke to SABC economics editor, Tshepo Mongoai to take a look at what is coming out in the business sector this week.
SA Transport Department plans private sector partnership unit
South Africa's (SA) Department of Transport is looking at establishing a Private Sector Participation (PSP) unit, that will facilitate a Public/Private partnership with Transnet and the Passenger Rail Agency of SA. Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy says this move comes after the department well as Transnet, received numerous unsolicited proposals from the private sector, offering investment, skills and expertise to support the reform of South Africa's struggling rail and port systems. For more on this, Thami Ngubeni spoke to the founder and president of the African United Business Confederation, George Sebulela.
Standard Bank hosts the Africa Markets Conference 2025
Standard Bank is hosting the Africa Markets Conference 2025. The conference is a pivotal gathering for shaping the continent's economic future. As Africa stands on the brink of accelerated infrastructure development, urbanisation, and industrialisation, this conference brings together global and African investors, risk leaders, policymakers, and regulators. Standard bank says the conference will explore how to mobilise capital flows-both local and international-to meet Africa's structural needs and drive sustainable growth. To talk to us further we are now joined on the line by SABC Reporter Abongwe Kobokana.
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