South Africa’s wealthy suburbs face worker shortages as xenophobic attacks rise
The manicured gardens, gleaming homes and bustling restaurants that define South Africa’s affluent suburbs are beginning to feel the...
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Absa, last of the Big Four, finally gets around to launching a mobile network
Let’s be honest: Absa is late. Very late. Its three big rivals have been selling airtime and data to...
Where Africa’s elite gather: Inside the continent’s most exclusive clubs
In every city, there are places where power meets leisure, where deals are struck over golf swings, and where...
Elite schools: Where Africa’s rich send their children
Education has always been seen as one of the most powerful tools for securing a child’s future. Across Africa,...
Africa’s 15 richest men in 2026 and the power they wield
In 2026, Africa’s 15 richest men are no longer just beneficiaries of commodities booms or inherited conglomerates. They are...
Top 10 African investment sectors experts are watching in 2025
Africa is no longer just a land of untapped potential. It’s rapidly becoming a magnet for local and global...
The Dubai connection: Where Africa’s rich really bank and spend
Dubai has emerged as a key hub for Africa’s affluent elite, offering a blend of financial advantages, luxury amenities,...
Top 10 African countries by paved roads (km)
On a map of Africa at night, the highways don’t glow like they do in Europe or North America....
How Yvonne Chaka Chaka turned music into a business empire
In four decades, she has transformed from a Soweto teenager-turned-pop-star into a multi-layered entrepreneur, policy influencer, and philanthropist. Today,...
4 Investment mistakes that are keeping you broke (and how to fix them)
So, you’ve been “investing,” but somehow your bank account is still gasping for air by mid-month. Maybe you bought...