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Debt has never been simple, but the shift from JIBAR to ZARONIA has added a whole new layer of complexity. Ian Norden of Intengo Market joined me to unpack what South Africa's new benchmark rate means for borrowers, lenders and treasury teams - and how Intengo can help.

Bottled water has been sold to us as medicine, status symbol and safety net. This is a short history of paying for something that falls from the sky, as told by Dominique Olivier.

Capitec Limited reported headline earnings growth of 19% to R9.5 billion for the six months ended 31 August 2026, a result underpinned by momentum across every one of its South African businesses.

More than a century ago, two titans clashed over a groundbreaking new technology, each claiming that the reckless advancement of the other would put countless lives in danger. In 2026, there’s something about that story that sounds weirdly familiar. Dominique explains how the War of the Currents is an important historical lesson.

STADIO CEO Chris Vorster and CFO Ishak Kula joined me to unpack how the group reached its 56,000-student target. Perhaps more importantly, we discussed how STADIO plans to grow to 80,000 students by 2030 while maintaining academic quality, affordability and attractive returns on capital.

In this episode of The Finance Ghost Plugged in with Capitec, The Finance Ghost sits down with Gelato Mania Financial Director Kosta Kappatos to unpack the journey behind one of South Africa's favourite gelato brands.

It's in your yoghurt, your toothpaste and possibly your next pair of boots. Dominique Olivier explains how seaweed moved from slimy beach nuisance to one of the planet's most valuable - and greenest - economies.

Weekly summary of Merger & Acquisition activity by South African companies.