Global markets are reportedly on pause, with traders hesitant to take large positions as a deadline set by US President Donald Trump looms. The South African rand traded weaker in early deals earlier today, as investors remained on edge ahead of the deadline for Iran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The uncertainty has kept markets cautious and reluctant to take big positions until greater clarity emerges on the geopolitical outlook.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to Independent Economist John Loos.

Global markets are reportedly on pause, with traders hesitant to take large positions as a deadline set by US President Donald Trump looms. The South African rand traded weaker in early deals earlier today, as investors remained on edge ahead of the deadline for Iran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The uncertainty has kept markets cautious and reluctant to take big positions until greater clarity emerges on the geopolitical outlook.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to Independent Economist John Loos.

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Global markets on pause as traders await clarity ahead of Trump’s deadline

Across Africa, businesses are increasingly being called upon to do more than generate profit; they are being challenged to drive real and lasting change. In our discussion with Nedbank, we examine how it is widely recognised for its leadership in corporate social investment (CSI) and sustainable finance, as well as how its strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) track record continues to turn its workforce into a powerful force for good.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to Jehaan Anthony, Head of Staff Volunteerism and Advocacy at Nedbank.

Across Africa, businesses are increasingly being called upon to do more than generate profit; they are being challenged to drive real and lasting change. In our discussion with Nedbank, we examine how it is widely recognised for its leadership in corporate social investment (CSI) and sustainable finance, as well as how its strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) track record continues to turn its workforce into a powerful force for good.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to Jehaan Anthony, Head of Staff Volunteerism and Advocacy at Nedbank.

Nedbank unpacks its leadership in corporate social investment (CSI) and sustainable finance

Africa’s creative and innovation economy is growing. It includes music, film, fashion, software and pharmaceuticals. But behind this growth lies a critical issue: intellectual property (IP) protection. For many African innovators, the challenge is not just creating value, but protecting it.

At the same time, Africa’s digital boom, driven by start‑ups, streaming platforms and e‑commerce, has opened new opportunities. Countries such as South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are witnessing rapid growth in industries where IP is central to value creation. Why, then, is intellectual property so important for economic growth on the continent?

Channel Africa’s Economics Reporter, Innocent Semosa, has more.

Africa&rsquo;s creative and innovation economy is growing. It includes music, film, fashion, software and pharmaceuticals. But behind this growth lies a critical issue: intellectual property (IP) protection. For many African innovators, the challenge is not just creating value, but protecting it.
At the same time, Africa&rsquo;s digital boom, driven by start‑ups, streaming platforms and e‑commerce, has opened new opportunities. Countries such as South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya are witnessing rapid growth in industries where IP is central to value creation. Why, then, is intellectual property so important for economic growth on the continent?
Channel Africa&rsquo;s Economics Reporter, Innocent Semosa, has more.

Africa's creative and innovation economy is growing, but faces challenges not just in creating value, but in protecting it

There are mounting calls for Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary, Opiyo Wandayi, to step down amid a fuel scandal involving the importation of two petroleum consignments totalling 128 000 tonnes outside the Government‑to‑Government framework. In an earlier statement, Wandayi sought to clarify the situation, confirming that the petrol consignment was imported outside the approved framework.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to Peter Wakaba, Business News Editor and economic commentator based in Nairobi, Kenya.

There are mounting calls for Kenya&rsquo;s Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary, Opiyo Wandayi, to step down amid a fuel scandal involving the importation of two petroleum consignments totalling 128 000 tonnes outside the Government‑to‑Government framework. In an earlier statement, Wandayi sought to clarify the situation, confirming that the petrol consignment was imported outside the approved framework.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to Peter Wakaba, Business News Editor and economic commentator based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Global markets on pause as traders await clarity ahead of Trump’s deadline

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