Macpherson calls for overhaul of building regulations to fast-track infrastructure delivery

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Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson advocates for an urgent overhaul of South Africa's building regulations to expedite infrastructure development, ...

AfDB approves R5bn facility for FirstRand to boost SMEs, women entrepreneurs in SA

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The African Development Bank has approved a $310 million financial package for FirstRand Bank to enhance access to finance for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, ...

Godongwana confident on debt stabilisation as fiscal consolidation gains momentum

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces South Africa's commitment to fiscal sustainability and improved public spending efficiency in the 2025 Medium-Term Budget ...

Treasury trims 2025 growth outlook, pins hopes on reforms to lift long-term momentum

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The National Treasury of South Africa has revised its economic growth forecast for 2025, citing weaker global conditions, while emphasising the importance of structural ...

SARB defends lower inflation target as key to boosting real incomes and spending power

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Can lowering South Africa's inflation target to 3% really enhance consumer purchasing power? SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago explains the implications.

MTBPS: SA to achieve first debt stabilization since 2008 crisis

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces that South Africa is on track to stabilize government debt by 2025/26 - the first time since the 2008 financial crisis ...

MTBPS: SA economic growth outlook cut to 1.2% for 2025, Treasury pins hope on reforms

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday.

MTBPS: South Africa reduces inflation target to 3% to combat rising cost of living

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This new target immediately replaces the previous target range of between 3 and 6% with a midpoint of 4.5%, which has been implemented since 2000.

BMW SA pushes ahead with electrification despite delays in government’s NEV policy

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BMW South Africa's CEO highlights the urgent need for government policy clarity to drive the country's transition to electric vehicles, as the automotive industry ...

FNB, Mastercard unite to advance Africa’s cross-border payments with launch of Globba

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FNB and Mastercard have launched Globba, a revolutionary cross-border payments platform aimed at simplifying and securing international money transfers for South ...

Sibanye-Stillwater, Appian settle long-running dispute over terminated Atlantic Nickel deal

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Sibanye-Stillwater has reached a $215 million settlement with Appian Capital, concluding a lengthy legal dispute over the termination of a proposed acquisition of ...

World Bank approves R17bn program to boost South Africa’s metro services

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The World Bank has approved the South Africa Metro Trading Services Program, a $925 million initiative aimed at enhancing the reliability and quality of urban services ...

JSE to face-off A2X at Tribunal over allegations of anti-competitive conduct

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The JSE faces allegations of anti-competitive behaviour as the Competition Commission refers a case to the Tribunal, following a complaint from rival exchange A2X ...

South Africa’s fiscal outlook brightens slightly ahead of 2025 MTBPS

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to present a cautiously optimistic Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, highlighting improved revenue collection and controlled ...

Assmang to place Beeshoek Mine under care and maintenance, 622 jobs affected

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Assmang announces the closure of its Beeshoek Iron Ore Mine, affecting 622 workers, as it struggles with declining operations and high costs. The decision follows ...

BofA sees possible S&P upgrade for South Africa after mid-term budget despite fiscal pressures

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Bank of America highlights a potential credit rating upgrade for South Africa, contingent on improved economic growth and debt management, as S&P Global Ratings ...

South Africa accelerates economic reforms as Operation Vulindlela gains momentum

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Operation Vulindlela has made significant strides in South Africa' s energy, logistics, and digital sectors, with reforms aimed at boosting economic growth and attracting ...

Global gold demand reaches record high as investors flock to safe-haven asset

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Global gold demand surged to an all-time high in Q3 2025, driven by investor fear and geopolitical tensions. The World Gold Council reports a 3% year-on-year increase ...

Treasury moves to unlock South Africa’s carbon credit market

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The plan comes as South Africa intensifies efforts to meet its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, targeting a reduction in greenhouse ...

AfDB backs Nyanza Light Metals with R1.2bn to boost Africa’s mineral beneficiation

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The African Development Bank has approved a $75 million investment in Nyanza Light Metals to establish a titanium processing plant in South Africa, aiming to boost ...

Murray & Roberts business rescue unaffected despite final liquidation of parent company

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Murray & Roberts Limited has confirmed the Gauteng High Court' s liquidation order for its parent company, Murray & Roberts Holdings, while assuring that its ongoing ...

Renewable energy surge highlights urgent need for grid flexibility and storage investment

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South Africa' s renewable energy commitments have surged past grid capacity, revealing the urgent need for enhanced battery storage and grid flexibility to support ...

Rand steadies as South Africa’s FATF greylist exit boosts investor confidence

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South Africa' s removal from the FATF greylist has stabilised the rand, signalling a vote of confidence in the country' s financial reforms. Experts discuss the ...

South Africa’s FATF grey list exit marks key milestone but reform journey continues

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South Africa' s removal from the FATF grey list marks a significant milestone in its financial reform journey, but experts caution that this is just the beginning ...

Afreximbank President calls for investment in job-creating sectors across the continent

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Dr George Elombi, the newly elected President of Afreximbank, emphasises the need for African nations to channel resources into sectors that generate sustainable ...