South Africa’s business rescue regime, introduced under the 2011 establishment of Chapter 6 of the Companies Act (71, 2008), was a bold step toward modernising corporate recovery. Yet, with a success rate hovering around 12%, […]
In today’s volatile business environment, risk is no longer a peripheral concern; it’s a central pillar of strategic decision-making. Whether navigating supply chain disruptions, regulatory shifts, or market uncertainty, leaders must adopt proactive, structured approaches […]
Over the past six months, South Africa’s economy has walked a tightrope between fragile recovery and persistent structural headwinds. While specific indicators suggest resilience, others indicate a deepening of vulnerabilities, particularly in sectors under financial […]
In June, we began discussing stagflation and the challenges it may pose to companies, particularly those that are poorly run but operate within a thriving market with high demand. The impact of stagflation on South […]
In today’s turbulent economic climate, businesses face a growing challenge: stagflation, a rare but damaging combination of sluggish economic growth, rising inflation, and high unemployment. Unlike typical inflationary periods, stagflation disrupts investment, squeezes profit margins, […]
The latest statistics from Statistics South Africa indicate that the business environment remains volatile, with numerous companies entering financial distress, undergoing business rescue, and ultimately facing liquidation. This heightens the need for effective change management […]
The recent judgment of Steyn v Business Connexion Group Ltd (BCX) has provided fresh insight into the interpretation and practical consequences of a business transfer carried out in terms of section 197 of the Labour […]
On May 21, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana presented the long-awaited National Budget, following previous delays caused by political misalignment within the Government of National Unity (GNU). With these challenges temporarily sidelined, the latest budget carefully […]
The global retail landscape has undergone a significant transformation in the past five years, with consumer behaviour evolving in response to digital acceleration and economic pressures. In South Africa, this shift was further amplified by […]
The challenges arising out of the radical increases in tariffs on exports to the US means that we are again faced with uncertain markets and rising input costs. Just when it looked like the macroeconomic […]
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