Philippa Larkin

Business Reporter Editor

After US action on political debanking, #RacistBanksMustFall calls for reform in South Africa

Philippa Larkin and Siphelele Dludla|Published

The #RacistBanksMustFall movement in South Africa advocates for legislative reforms to combat discriminatory banking practices, inspired by a recent US executive ...

Addressing youth unemployment in South Africa: strategies for economic growth

Philippa Larkin and Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa's youth unemployment rate has slightly improved, but millions remain jobless. Experts warn of long-term economic implications and stress the need for ...

Feeding Hope: South African companies and NGOs unite to tackle food crisis

Philippa Larkin|Published

As South Africa grapples with its worst food insecurity in over a decade, corporations and NGOs are stepping up to the plate. From mobile soup kitchens to innovative ...

F1 Academy’s Wolff drives herself and others to be the best

Philippa Larkin|Published

She says one must only try to be the best you. Bring your best self to the table every single day. You need to set yourself up for the best chance of success.

Stellantis SA ups competitive ante with launch of Eurorepar's aftermarket care

Philippa Larkin|Published

Eurorepar to provide alternative, affordable, and approved parts at a fraction of the price of the original to owners of Opel, Peugeot, Jeep brand, Citroën, Abarth, ...

Business welcomes Ramaphosa’s Parliament speech

Philippa Larkin|Published

It signals a continuation of the positive reforms that were started in the previous administration, says BLSA

Eskom’s transmission line build could come too late to save Amsa’s Newcastle steel mill

Philippa Larkin|Published

The steel company is mulling the pros and cons of the closure of steel mills, job cuts as it battles cost pressures amid low demand.

Reputational risk is a red herring and violates my rights- Dr Survé

Philippa Larkin|Published

Reputational risk: there is currently no just nor equitable appeal mechanism available for the average person in bank account closures

SAA wings get extra lift as it regains Perth route

Philippa Larkin|Published

This is an important route for SAA and South Africa. Perth has long been a favoured destination for South African travellers

Dr Survé welcomes FSCA’s taking banks to task over bank account closures on basis of reputational risk

Philippa Larkin|Published

However, he says the organisation is failing in its duty to protect South Africans from banks.

FRESH TRACKS: Business backs Michelle Phillips as CEO of Transnet

Philippa Larkin|Published

Tributes started to pour in on Wednesday night to welcome her appointment to the post.

Cosatu slams ‘appalling neglect’ and ‘abuse’ of Post Office workers

Philippa Larkin|Published

I00t said the pending retrenchments of 6 000 postal workers came on the back of management failing to pay workers their backpay and denying the access to their medical ...

Relief as Moody's keeps SA afloat

Philippa Larkin|Published

South African business and consumers can breathe easier after ratings agency affirmed South Africa’s investment-grade credit rating