Philippa Larkin

Executive editor of South Africa’s Business Report

Philippa Larkin is the executive editor of South Africa’s Business Report at Independent Media, steering the national print and digital publication.

With over two decades in financial journalism, she covers the complexities of markets, companies and global forums like the New Development Bank and International Renewable Energy Agency.

A Rhodes University alum (English and Politics), Larkin blends sharp reporting with a push for inclusive business narratives — demystifying finance for entrepreneurs and readers alike.

Philippa has shaped Business Report’s evolution across platforms, balancing tradition with innovation. Her lens on South Africa’s economic landscape offers a grounded, global perspective.