JOHANNESBURG, 2 November 2026 — Standard Bank of South Africa has become the latest major financial institution to reduce its carbon emissions through the Growthpoint Properties (JSE: GRT) renewable energy certificate (REC) programme, taking up certified green energy attributes across 21 branches in five provinces.

The festive season is just around the corner, and the annual Country Christmas Market is preparing to bring a little Christmas magic to the Midlands. Hosted by Domino Servite School in partnership with aQuellé, the two-day event takes place on Friday, 6 November and Saturday, 7 November 2026, at the KwaSizabantu Mission in KwaZulu-Natal.

An evening of fashion, friendship and meaningful connections brought together the women of KZN Top Business Women 2026 at Amor Couture in Oceans Mall, Umhlanga, for a special cocktail event hosted by this year’s cohort member, Sita Hiralal.

In a momentous gathering that signals a fundamental shift in the African continent’s financial architecture, BusinessFit and The Africa Marketing Initiative (TAMI) were invited by the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to participate in the Official Launch Conference of the Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA).

Choosing the right event structure is an important part of creating a successful occasion. From elegant weddings and corporate functions to festivals, exhibitions and large outdoor gatherings, the right tent provides shelter, defines the space and contributes to the overall atmosphere of an event.

The Golf GTi has a long history in South Africa, as it is the car that pretty much represents South African car culture. The recipe for the Golf is simple: Take the already popular Golf and spruce it up to where it retains a perfect balance of sportiness, speed and thrills, while being good on fuel economy, comfort and the daily commute.

Kleens Music and Happy Drums have joined forces in an initiative aimed at bringing music, creativity and joy to children, young people and older adults across KwaZulu-Natal.

Picture this. You have an empty chair. A team member has resigned, been let go, or you have created a new position to help the business grow. The pressure to fill that chair is immediate. The phone is ringing, clients need attention, and the team is trying to cover the gap. So what do you do?

Last week I sat down with Grant Adlam of KZN Top Business. Our goal was to send every prospect a proposal that felt written for them. Not a logo swap. Not “Dear Sir/Madam”. In under an hour we had bespoke, targeted proposals where the message changed depending on who was reading. The CEO saw growth and competitive position. The CFO saw cost, payback and risk. The marketing head saw leads, channels and measurement. Same offer. Three different conversations.

Municipal elections provide communities with an opportunity to choose their representatives, but election results are only the beginning of the governance process. The real test starts after the ballots have been counted, when elected officials must translate political mandates into functioning institutions, reliable services and measurable outcomes.

Founded in 1926, the Zululand Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ZCCI) marks a century of representing business interests and supporting economic development across the region. Established by a group of business leaders who recognised the value of a collective voice, the Chamber was created to protect and stimulate the local economy through collaboration, advocacy and partnership.

You can create a character-filled home that will raise eyebrows and garner plenty of admiration at a fraction of the price, they said. All this can be done quickly and creatively with a minimum of disruption, they said.

Unilever South Africa’s R100 million investment in its Maydon Wharf manufacturing facility strengthens Durban’s industrial ecosystem, supporting local suppliers, skilled workers and service providers throughout the supply chain.

Compliance has traditionally been associated with paperwork, manual checks and the challenge of proving that the right processes were followed. But as regulatory scrutiny increases and accountable institutions face greater expectations around customer due diligence, the industry has been moving towards a more practical question: how can compliance become easier to manage, evidence and maintain?

What started as a request for a financial reporting tool became a live window into the business, and a way of seeing what was coming, as well as what already happened.

EThekwini Municipality welcomes the R124.58 billion in investment pledges secured at the 2026 KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference, held alongside South African Automotive Week at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre from 13 to 16 October.

The eThekwini Municipality is advancing its plan to position Durban as Africa’s premier superyacht destination and service hub, with the City set to host the first Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience (YARE) On Tour Symposium at Moses Mabhida Stadium in November 2026. This event marks a historic milestone as Durban becomes the first African city to host the globally recognised superyacht business conference.

What happens when reported profits continue to rise while cash, confidence and commercial reality quietly deteriorate? By the time the warning signs become impossible to ignore, the damage may already be irreversible.

KwaZuluNatal’s economic story is one of vision, resilience, innovation and generations of enterprise. Behind the province’s industrial development and commercial growth are businesses whose names have become synonymous with quality, trust, employment and community impact. Their brands represent far more than products and services. They reflect the people, values and legacies that have helped shape our province.

South Africa remains one of the most targeted countries in the world when it comes to cyberattacks. Interpol’s Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report of 2025 (4th Edition) identifies South Africa as a particularly significant target, especially in the finance and government sectors.

Employment contracts are built on reciprocal obligations, the employee undertakes to make their services available, while the employer undertakes to remunerate the employee. But what happens when an unexpected event makes it impossible for one of the parties to perform?

Michelle Phillips, Group Chief Executive of Transnet SOC, has spent 27 years building her career within one of South Africa’s most strategically important organisations. From her beginnings as a legal adviser in 1999 to leading the country’s freight transport and logistics backbone, her journey reflects a commitment to understanding the business, developing people and contributing to South Africa’s economic future.

For venues, reaching capacity can be a sign of a healthy business, but it can also create a challenge. When demand for weddings, conferences, corporate functions and special events exceeds the available space, expanding the footprint of the venue can open the door to further opportunities.