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New free tool launched to enhance financial wellbeing for South African consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

Struggling with financial uncertainty? Discover how a new free tool from Doshguide aims to empower South Africans by providing clarity on their financial health and practical steps to enhance their wellbeing amidst rising economic pressures.

Western Cape receives 100,000 Foot and Mouth Disease vaccines with Shoprite's support

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Western Cape farmers receive a vital boost with the arrival of 100,000 Foot and Mouth Disease vaccines, thanks to a partnership with Shoprite and support from Germany. ...

South Africa's Agribusiness Confidence Index falls to its lowest level since 2024

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The latest Agribusiness Confidence Index from Agbiz reveals a significant decline in sentiment among South African agribusinesses, driven by challenges such as foot-and-mouth ...

Manufacturing production in South Africa sees a decline in January

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA's latest report reveals a 0.7% decline in manufacturing production for January 2026 compared to the previous year, highlighting ongoing challenges in the ...

Global oil markets facing unprecedented supply shock amidst Middle East war, warns IEA

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The International Energy Agency warns of a historic supply shock in global oil markets due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with millions of barrels of ...

IMF urges SA to adopt debt anchor as Treasury signals support for stronger fiscal framework

Siphelele Dludla|Published

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on South Africa to implement clearer fiscal rules and a credible debt target to stabilise its public finances, as ...

South African consumers turn to buy now pay later options after bonuses

Ashley Lechman|Published

As annual bonuses hit bank accounts, a surprising pattern is emerging in South Africa: consumers are increasingly turning to buy now pay later schemes, strategically ...

How African Swine Fever is driving up pork prices in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa faces rising pork prices as African Swine Fever and Foot and Mouth Disease disrupt supply chains. Industry experts warn of significant impacts on consumers ...

South Africa's Nersa approves significant electricity tariff increases for 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts express concern over NERSA's recent approval of electricity tariff increases, highlighting the potential impact on South African households and businesses ...

Budget cuts may cripple Nersa’s critical role in new energy market regulation

Banele Ginindza|Published

The Department of Electricity and Energy is urgently addressing budget cuts that threaten the National Energy Regulator of South Africa's (Nersa) ability to fulfil ...

Urgent action needed: Late payments threaten South African small businesses

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Business Partners Limited raises alarm over the rising number of unpaid invoices affecting South African SMEs, highlighting the urgent need for action to ensure ...

The golden years on credit: rising debt among South Africa's aging population

Ashley Lechman|Published

In the wake of significant demographic changes, South Africa's aging population finds itself trapped in a cycle of debt, with rising defaults casting a shadow over ...

South Africa's housing market shows renewed momentum in fourth quarter

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Remax's National Housing Report for Q4 2025 highlights a 4.2% year-on-year increase in average house prices in South Africa, driven by improved affordability and ...

Municipal spending shortfalls stem from unrealistic projections – Treasury

Banele Ginindza|Published

National Treasury reveals that municipalities' weak 39% spending of conditional grant allocations in the second quarter of the 2025/26 financial year points to unrealistic ...

SALGA urges government to take action on rising national debt

Banele Ginindza|Published

SALGA disputes National Treasury's claims of stabilising national debt, advocating for a comprehensive approach to tackle fiscal pressures affecting all levels of ...

Strait of Hormuz crisis raises fears for global oil supply and shipping

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, experts analyse the potential impact on shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for global oil ...

Fragile economic recovery in South Africa's GDP growth reveals deep-rooted challenges

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa's GDP growth shows signs of recovery but remains fragile. Explore the insights from leading economists on the challenges facing the economy and what ...

How fuel price increase can surge to R8 per litre in April

Ashley Lechman|Published

Alarm bells ring for South African consumers as fuel prices are projected to rise by nearly R8 per litre in April, driven by escalating tensions between the US, ...

South African agricultural machinery sales show strong growth in February

Yogashen Pillay|Published

February 2026 marks a significant increase in agricultural machinery sales in South Africa, with tractor sales up 5% year-on-year and combine harvester sales up ...

What the FNB/BER Building Confidence Index reveals about the construction sector in 2026

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The FNB/BER Building Confidence Index reveals a slight decline in confidence within the building sector, highlighting dissatisfaction among respondents and ongoing ...