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South Africa launches mass vaccination drive against foot-and-mouth disease

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen announces the start of a mass vaccination campaign against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in South Africa, detailing the distribution of vaccines and the government's commitment to protecting the livestock secto…

Eskom's strategic pause on licence review: What it means for South Africa's energy market

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom and NERSA's recent decision to suspend legal proceedings over electricity trading licences marks a pivotal moment for South Africa's energy landscape. Experts ...

Crop Estimates Committee predicts increased maize and sunflower production for 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's Crop Estimates Committee has released a promising forecast for the 2026 summer crop season, indicating increased production for maize, sunflower, ...

62c/kWh power deal sparks hope for 11,000 jobs in ferrochrome industry

Banele Ginindza|Published

Eskom's commitment to a new tariff for the ferrochrome industry could secure thousands of jobs, but will it extend relief to the broader manufacturing sector?

Surge in South African gambling: Economic pressures and youth vulnerability

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent research indicates a record surge in South African gambling revenue, driven by economic pressures and the rise of online platforms. Experts warn of increasing ...

South Africa's 2026 Budget delivers relief but retains pressure on households

Ashley Lechman|Published

Discover the implications of South Africa's 2026 Budget on households. From unexpected tax relief to ongoing cost-of-living challenges, understand how this financial ...

South Africans risk losing millions by underutilising tax-free savings accounts

Ashley Lechman|Published

Don't let valuable tax-free benefits slip away! Discover how you can maximize your TFSA contributions before the end of the tax year. Thousands are leaving money ...

Avoiding early-year money mistakes that derail your goals

Zihaad Israfil|Published

This is the moment when many people abandon their financial goals. Not because they lack ambition, but because the year started without a plan strong enough to survive ...

Only 15% of South Africans can afford private medical aid as costs escalate

Ashley Lechman|Published

Will the new measures introduced by private medical schemes be enough to reverse the trend of downgrading and abandonment? As healthcare costs continue to rise, ...

While policy stalls, a fragile web of private apps has filled South Africa’s healthcare limbo

Martin Fernandes|Published

The South African digital health and telemedicine market was already valued at around R15.7 billion back in 2023, according to industry research, and is projected ...

Words on Wealth: Budget brings welcome concessions for consumers

Martin Hesse|Published

Discover how Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's latest Budget Speech offers unexpected relief for South African consumers, with significant changes to tax brackets ...

PSG Wealth: Effective strategies for managing estate duty and investments

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover effective strategies for managing estate duty, investing wisely, and saving for significant life goals. This article offers expert insights from financial ...

Budget 2026: Relief, restraint and a few catches

Nicola Mawson|Published

Godongwana “put money back into the pockets of households at a time when they need it most,” Yael Geffen, CEO of Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty, says. ...

Eskom and Nersa suspend court battle over electricity trading licences

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom and NERSA have agreed to suspend legal proceedings regarding electricity trading licences, allowing for continued regulatory discussions to support South Africa's ...

SARS’ Crypto dragnet: how the tax net Is closing on South Africa’s digital wealth

Willem J. Oberholzer|Published

Crypto wallets, offshore trading accounts and cross-border digital wealth will now feed into the same international transparency grid that already tracks traditional ...

South Africa’s new 60-day dispute rule - a shift in South Africa’s debit order rules

Pieter Brand|Published

The dispute windows for all debit order instruments will be standardised at 60 days. This will simplify disputability, especially for service providers using multiple ...

The tax year end tantrum

Pieter Albertyn|Published

There are two things that affect how our savings grow and our investments prosper. The one is to keep costs as low as possible, and the other is to propel growth ...

Education funding increase of 2.44% fails to meet South Africa's urgent needs, says Kagiso Trust

Ashley Lechman|Published

: Kagiso Trust has labelled the recent increase in education funding as insufficient, warning that South Africa's future economic stability is at risk without more ...

From Parliament to the pantry: What the Budget really means at the till

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans brace for the financial implications of the national Budget, discover how households can navigate rising costs and make informed decisions. Read ...

South Africa's producer price inflation drops to 2.2% in January

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA reports a decline in annual producer price inflation to 2.2% in January 2026, driven by falling fuel prices and moderated food inflation. This article explores ...