South African consumer goods group Libstar has reported earnings that came under pressure from operational difficulties and strained consumer spending. According to Moneyweb, the company's revenue was broadly flat during the reporting period, with persistent challenges in its Ambient Products division weighing on overall performance. The results reflect the difficult trading environment facing consumer-focused businesses, as households contend with financial pressure. Libstar, which owns a range of food and consumer brands, continues to grapple with both internal operational hurdles and weaker demand from consumers.

Woolworths reported a difficult trading year in 2026, with its food division performing strongly while the retailer's other divisions struggled. According to The Citizen Business, chief executive Sam Ngumeni acknowledged that 2026 had been a tough year for the company. The results point to a mixed performance across the group, with resilient food sales offsetting weakness elsewhere in the business.

In a recent episode of The Diary of a CEO, hosted by British entrepreneur Steven Bartlett, he engages in a discussion with neuroscientists Dr. Wendy Suzuki and Dr. Daniel Amen, according to Ndumiso Ngcobo. The conversation explores themes related to introversion and neuroscience.

Nico Matthee, a wealth planner at Portfolium, and Elke Brink, director at PSG Wealth R21, address listener questions related to financial matters. Their discussion aims to provide insights and guidance on personal finance topics that impact the audience's financial well-being.

DA Leader Geordin Hill-Lewis is set to address the nation, where he will discuss the Democratic Alliance's evaluation of South Africa's current situation, recent political developments, the challenges the country faces, and the party's proposed strategies for improving the nation's functionality for all citizens.

Minister Malatsi informed parliament that Resolve Communications, chaired by Tony Leon, approached his office on two separate occasions regarding unrelated issues. He also denied that the firm facilitated his meeting with Starlink.