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Inflation outlook darkens as economists warn of more fuel-driven pressure, possible rate hike

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's inflation rate surged to 4% in April, driven by soaring fuel costs, prompting expectations of an interest rate hike by the South African Reserve Bank. Experts warn of continued inflationary pressures linked to global events and domesti…

Shopping activity growth slows as economists warn fuel shock could hit consumer spending

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's retail sector demonstrated modest growth in March 2026, despite challenges from rising fuel prices and global uncertainties. Key insights reveal varying ...

UCT academics support Treasury’s proposed online betting tax as gambling concerns mount

Ashley Lechman|Published

UCT researchers say Treasury’s proposed online betting tax is needed to address rising gambling harms and protect vulnerable households.

KZN agricultural union welcomes lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease management restrictions

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Kwanalu celebrates the lifting of Foot and Mouth Disease restrictions in KwaZulu-Natal, highlighting the significant impact on the agricultural sector and the importance ...

April fuel price shock pushes consumer prices near 2-year high

Yogashen Pillay|Published

April 2026 sees a significant rise in South Africa's Consumer Price Index, driven by soaring fuel prices. StatsSA reports the highest inflation since August 2024, ...

Western Cape storms trigger electricity crisis, threatening fruit exports and jobs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Severe storms in the Western Cape have caused a critical electricity crisis, threatening the agricultural sector and leading to significant infrastructure damage. ...

Technical skills alone are no longer enough in the AI workplace

Ashley Lechman|Published

As artificial intelligence transforms the workplace, Strider Digital says employers are placing greater value on judgment, creativity and the ability to work effectively ...

The end of websites as we know them

Wesley Diphoko|Published

Every generation believes its technological disruption is unprecedented, yet history shows that old interfaces fade slowly. Are we witnessing the decline of websites ...

Strong start to sugar season overshadowed by Tongaat crisis and surge in cheap imports

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Despite ongoing challenges, South Africa's 2026/27 sugarcane milling season has commenced positively, with early deliveries surpassing last year's figures. However, ...

NAMPO panel sees major export potential for SA agriculture despite tariff and trade barriers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At Nampo, South Africa's largest agricultural exhibition, experts discuss the growth potential of agricultural exports and the impact of tariffs on the industry. ...

When going human is the economical choice

Andile Masuku|Published

Explore the shifting landscape of AI subscription pricing and discover why human labour may prove more economical for businesses in the near future.

Africa’s Travel Indaba delivers major boost for KZN tourism and economy

Yogashen Pillay|Published

KwaZulu-Natal's successful hosting of Africa's Travel Indaba 2026 highlights the province's growing significance as a tourism hub, showcasing diverse offerings and ...

NAMPO reflects optimism and growing concerns in South Africa’s agriculture sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The recent NAMPO exhibition in Bothaville showcased the vibrancy and challenges of South Africa's agriculture sector, as industry leaders discuss the future amidst ...

Freight industry welcomes Transnet Port recovery but warns against overstating progress

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Freight forwarders express cautious optimism over Transnet's reported increase in vessel traffic, while highlighting the need for deeper structural reforms in South ...

A modern marshall plan: reviving South Africa's economy

Zingiswa Losi|Published

South Africa's latest jobs report reveals a staggering 43.7% unemployment rate, signalling an urgent need for government intervention. With rising global fuel prices ...

Standard Bank, Orizon launch carbon credit programme for regenerative farmers

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Standard Bank has announced a partnership with Orizon Agriculture to introduce South Africa's first bank-backed regenerative agriculture carbon credit programme, ...

Grain SA urges tariff reforms to protect local wheat industry amidst global uncertainty

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Grain SA highlights the urgent need for a review of the wheat tariff system to ensure fair competition for South African producers against heavily subsidised imports, ...

The deceptive curve: why Zipf’s Law masks South Africa’s spatial decadence

Dr Pali Lehohla|Published

Explore how Zipf’s Law, a cornerstone of urban hierarchy theory, fails to accurately depict South Africa’s complex spatial economy, revealing deeper issues of inequality ...

South Africa’s food inflation remains low despite rising global commodity prices

Ashley Lechman|Published

Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop says strong harvests and favourable weather conditions are helping keep food inflation low in South Africa, despite rising ...

Economic pressures lead to job losses as consumers navigate the ailing economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

The latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey from Statistics South Africa reveals a troubling rise in the unemployment rate to 32.7%, as the economy grapples with inflation, ...