Friday, 4 September 2026

AGOA’s two-year renewal is better than cancellation but offers limited immediate benefit while US tariffs remain; a longer extension would have encouraged investment and stronger trade certainty.

African Rainbow Minerals approved R15.2 billion over seven years to advance Bokoni platinum mine, targeting steady-state production of 350,000 to 400,000 ounces annually.

Investment returns are uneven: markets typically deliver one down year in every four, while long-term share investing has historically offered the strongest chance of beating inflation.

Genuine workplace toxicity involves patterns of gaslighting, blame, retaliation and physical stress; workers were advised to document incidents, build savings and prepare an exit option.

Provincial unemployment varies sharply, reaching 47.5% in one province; better governance, infrastructure and practical support such as Western Cape’s red-tape unit were identified as critical for SMEs.