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Strongbow battle intensifies as Heineken disputes Competition Commission findings

1st November 2026

Beer brewer Heineken South Africa has rejected allegations that it breached competition conditions by weakening the Strongbow cider brand during its transfer...

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Swiss Fintech BPC eyes South Africa’s taxi industry for digital payments drive

25th October 2026

Leading global payments technology firm BPC is eyeing South Africa’s taxi industry as a key frontier for growth, as it explores ways...

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WATCH | Mike Shingange explains why Cosatu chose both ANC and SACP

25th October 2026

Cosatu has refused to choose between the ANC and the SACP, with its new president warning that picking a side would have...

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Irvin Jim faces suspension over Numsa Central Committee meeting cancellation

23rd October 2026

Numsa general secretary Irvin Jim is facing possible suspension as regional leaders move to hold him accountable for blocking the Central Committee...

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MTBPS | Madlanga Commission at centre of R516m budget allocation

21st October 2026

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is expected to receive the bulk of R516 million allocated to three commissions of inquiry. Finance Minister...

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MTBPS | Treasury sets aside R10bn as El Niño threatens food prices

21st October 2026

Treasury has increased its contingency reserve to R10-billion for the 2026/27 financial year to prepare for drought risks linked to El Niño....

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MTBPS | Treasury sets aside R10bn to ease fuel price pain

21st October 2026

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced R10 billion in temporary fuel levy relief, as surging global oil prices continue to put pressure...

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MTBPS | Government links SRD grant to jobs and skills development

21st October 2026

Government plans to link Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant beneficiaries to job opportunities, skills development and business support as the future...

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MTBPS | Treasury keeps pressure on municipalities over unpaid bills

21st October 2026

National Treasury has warned that it will continue enforcing compliance and accountability measures against municipalities that fail to meet their financial obligations,...

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Numsa faces asset seizure over members’ R3.1m funeral cover debt

20th October 2026

The National Union of  Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) is facing possible seizure of money in its bank and investment accounts after...