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The economic pitfalls of rent control: Lessons for Cape TownNicholas Woode-Smith

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South Africa kicks off 2026 with a fuel price cut

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Crystal ball 2026: Is South Africa ready for economic lift-off?

Raymond Parsons 31 Dec 2025

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday following a gain of more than 2% in the previous session after Russia accused Ukraine of attacking President Vladimir Putin's residence (Image source: © 123rf )

Oil prices little changed as investors seek clarity on Russia-Ukraine talks

30 Dec 2025

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WBAF appointments mark new era for South African startups

29 Dec 2025

Gold has been predicted to keep rising in 2026. Pictured: Gold mining in South Africa

Gold expected to continue rising in 2026

24 Dec 2025

Energy security takes centre stage as global coal demand hits record high in 2025 (Image source: © Future Coal

Coal remains essential to keeping the lights on and economic development

23 Dec 2025

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The rise of private credit in South Africa: Opportunity or risk?

19 Dec 2025

South African inflation eases, economists see more rate cuts ahead

South African inflation eases, economists see more rate cuts ahead

Anathi Madubela 18 Dec 2025

In Q3 2025, while many industries experienced employment declines, mining added 2,000 jobs (y-o-y), bringing its workforce to 474,000. (Image source: ©World Finance )

Mining sector a rare source of resilience in Q3 2025

18 Dec 2025

SA’s economic recovery efforts bear fruit

SA’s economic recovery efforts bear fruit

17 Dec 2025

#BestofBiz 2025: Finance

#BestofBiz 2025: Finance

17 Dec 2025

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Gauteng's poverty numbers rise amidst national decline, says Stats SA

12 Dec 2025

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South African inflation expectations fall after setting of 3% target

12 Dec 2025

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South African business confidence index surges in November, mainly on tourism

Sfundo Parakozov 12 Dec 2025

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South African consumer confidence improves on holiday season optimism

DhanushVignesh Babu 9 Dec 2025

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South Africa's construction sector sees historic job surge

9 Dec 2025

Tap-to-pay and virtual cards reshape Black Friday in SA

Tap-to-pay and virtual cards reshape Black Friday in SA

9 Dec 2025

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Wonga: South Africans set for R289bn festive splurge

8 Dec 2025

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How South Africans are transforming spending habits to overcome economic challenges

4 Dec 2025

A practical guide to building a better credit score in South Africa - Finance365

A practical guide to building a better credit score in South Africa - Finance365

Finance365 3 Dec 2025

Illicit Economy Task Forces launched to fight against counterfeit goods in SA

Illicit Economy Task Forces launched to fight against counterfeit goods in SA

3 Dec 2025

Source: Supplied. Miyelani Holeni, chief adviser at Ntiyiso Consulting Group.

The hidden risk in SA’s tighter inflation band

Miyelani Holeni 2 Dec 2025

Discovery Bank's Black Friday SpendTrend 2025 reveals real-time spending trends

Discovery Bank's Black Friday SpendTrend 2025 reveals real-time spending trends

1 Dec 2025

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Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit

Ben Ezeamalu 1 Dec 2025

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South African trade surplus at $909m in October

Sfundo Parakozov 1 Dec 2025

Food & Beverages industry records 4.1% growth in September 2025

Food & Beverages industry records 4.1% growth in September 2025

27 Nov 2025

Wholesale trade sales show steady growth in Sept 2025

Wholesale trade sales show steady growth in Sept 2025

27 Nov 2025

Source: Supplied. Norman Nyawo; Head: Merchant Solutions for Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank South Africa and Africa Regions & Offshore (acting).

Black Friday 2025: Mapping the digital transformation of township traders

26 Nov 2025

Source: Supplied. John Jack, chief executive officer of Galetti Corporate Real Estate.

South Africa's exit from FATF grey list: A turning point for eager property investors

26 Nov 2025

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