Megan Jacobs
Megan Jacobs reports on financial crimes, corporate scandals, and high-profile legal investigations.
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South Africa Braces for Severe Power Cuts as Winter Heating Demand Strains Eskom
Analysts warn that winter heating demand could overwhelm Eskom's constrained generating capacity.
South Africa Withdraws AI Policy After Discovery of Fabricated Citations in Draft Framewor
Government suspends officials after AI-generated citations discovered in draft policy framework
Trump Orders Naval Lockdown in Persian Gulf Amid Iran Tensions; Oil Markets Brace for Impa
U.S. naval repositioning in the Gulf raises concerns about shipping disruptions and global energy stability.
Small Business Collapse Accelerates Across South Africa as Economic Crisis Deepens
Forecasts predict 1,540 insolvencies as multiple economic pressures converge on enterprises.
Court Halts Endless Legal Delays in Zuma-Thales Corruption Case; Trial Dates Set
Judge orders Zuma and Thales to proceed with trial, rejecting years of procedural obstruction tactics.
Ramokgopa Pushes Diversified Energy Mix to End South Africa's Power Crisis
Minister advocates for balanced energy approach to address South Africa's electricity crisis
South Africa's Small Firms Face Unsustainable Cost Squeeze, Experts Warn
Rising operational costs threaten viability of independent retailers and hospitality operators nationwide
Dangerous Winter Storm Batters South Africa; Authorities Urge Drivers Off Roads
Multiple provinces face severe weather threats from advancing cold front system
South African Firms Accelerate Tech Spending as Remote Work Becomes Standard Practice
Corporate investment in cloud and cybersecurity infrastructure accelerates across South Africa's business landscape.
South Africa's Municipal Governance Crisis: Coalition Fragmentation Deepens Policy Paralys
Coalition disputes paralyze South Africa's largest metropolitan municipalities.
Youth Joblessness Deepens as South Africa Grapples with Workforce Mismatch
Structural economic imbalances leave millions of young South Africans without employment opportunities.
Ramaphosa Pivots Focus to Jobs Crisis as South Africa Marks Freedom Milestone
South Africa confronts persistent unemployment and inequality despite democratic progress.
South Africa's Top Safari Destination Hits Peak Occupancy as Domestic Tourism Surges
Domestic travelers prioritize wildlife experiences despite economic headwinds.
South African Firms Surge Spending on AI and Digital Defense Systems
Corporate investment in AI and cybersecurity accelerates across South Africa's economy
South Africa Courts Global Capital for Tech Infrastructure Expansion
President Ramaphosa pitches digital infrastructure investment across European markets.
South Africa's Currency Gains Ground as Global Oil Markets Cool
Emerging market currencies strengthen as oil prices decline and geopolitical tensions ease