Food prices could spike further as agriculture sector struggles
The upcoming planting season could present financial pressure for consumers as higher fertiliser and diesel costs add to the risk of a drier El Niño-driven season.... Read more.
World Bank economist Franz Ruch joins SARB MPC
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has appointed renowned economist Franz Ruch as an adviser to the governors, adding a seventh member to the Monetary Policy... Read more.
SA’s tourism investment pipeline grows to R3.5bn
South Africa is putting a R3.5-billion pipeline of tourism infrastructure projects in front of investors as the government seeks to turn rising visitor numbers into... Read more.
Court reserves judgment in NUMSA R1.49m congress funding fight
The metalworkers union’s internal power struggle has reached a critical pause as the Labour Court reserved judgment in a matter involving the demand of R1.49... Read more.
Court dismisses Mike Shingange’s Nehawu disciplinary hearing appeal
The Labour Court has dismissed Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) first deputy president Mike Shingange’s appeal against his disciplinary hearing,... Read more.
Capitec’s digital banking surge reshapes its business
Capitec digital banking activity has boosted the business in the six-month period ending August 2026, as monthly app users increased 18% to 16.5 million and digital... Read more.
Another fuel price hike looms: Here’s how you can save
Motorists are facing another potential fuel price hike, putting further pressure on households already dealing with rising living costs. According to the latest... Read more.
Middle East war shock extends from oil fields to your wallet
The Middle East conflict has caused a surge in the cost of manufactured goods, as higher fuel and fertiliser prices filter through the production business. This... Read more.
SA among top 10 financially stressed countries amid high unemployment
South Africa has been ranked among the 10 most financially stressed countries in the world as low incomes and high unemployment weigh on households. The country... Read more.
Clicks targets R6bn beauty market with ARC takeover
Clicks Group has acquired a controlling stake in luxury beauty retailer ARC store as it looks to tap into a sector valued at more than R6 billion a year. The retailer... Read more.
