Moneyweb is promoting a free webinar focused on South Africa's township economy, valued at R900 billion. The session will examine how township businesses and other underserved small and medium enterprises can overcome barriers to growth, access new markets and finance, and use digital innovation to build sustainable businesses. The blurb does not specify speakers, dates beyond publication, or further programme details.

Moneyweb's business roundup examines several issues affecting South African consumers and the economy, including why online shoppers abandon purchases at the checkout stage. The edition also covers a R100 billion fund that has opened a new debate around black economic empowerment, questions over what South Africa should demand from Chinese investment, and whether loyalty programmes are genuinely easing the cost-of-living squeeze on households. The items reflect ongoing discussion about consumer behaviour, economic policy and investment in the country.

According to htxt.africa, the Online Retail in South Africa 2026 report projects that ecommerce spending in South Africa will reach R159 billion this year. The projection is presented as evidence that local online retail continues to expand even as South Africans face a tougher economic year. The blurb does not provide the report’s methodology, sector breakdown, consumer drivers, or comparisons beyond the stated R159 billion figure.

According to PwC, family-owned businesses in Africa have shown greater resilience than those globally, with 66% reporting sales growth in the past year despite facing inflation, tax challenges, and economic uncertainty. This performance highlights the strength of African family businesses in a challenging economic environment.

A report from The South African Biz highlights a growing trend of news avoidance among the public, attributed to a lack of trust in media sources. Online publications maintained a significant share of 89% in 2026, slightly down from 90% in 2019, indicating a shift in how audiences engage with news content.

According to TechTrends KE, Kenya’s e-commerce market is projected to expand from about Sh336.7 billion today to roughly Sh496 billion by 2029, from an estimated base of $2.6 billion. The report describes the market as already among Africa’s largest, supported by internet access, mobile payments and growing online adoption, while cautioning that realizing the forecast will depend on faster improvements to digital-trade rules and surrounding systems.