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Bizskoops - 30 April 2026

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On this week’s Bizskoops: The fuel tax relief has been extended to 2 June, while government proposes changes to its exchange control system and public procurement regulations.
Professor Waldo Krugell reflects on the state of the economy in light of Freedom Day, asking whether true freedom is possible without economic growth.
In global business news, Japan Airlines is trialling humanoid robots for ground handling, and BP reports a sharp rise in first-quarter profits.
We also conclude our discussion with Sally Palmer from Maverix, who unpacks free tools like the Profit Check and Leadership Assessment and explains how leaders must rethink their approach to stay competitive over the next decade.
30 Apr English South Africa Business News · Business

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