Browsing: South African economy

South Africa’s Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has outlined measures to ease the cost-of-living burden, strengthen public finances and support economic…

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is calling on the National Treasury to consider releasing R10 billion from…

Political parties have outlined their expectations ahead of the 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), calling for measures to stimulate…

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has raised concerns about South Africa’s high unemployment rate, highlighting its impact on millions of people…

Motorists are facing further financial pressure as petrol prices are expected to rise above R30 per litre, while diesel has…

South Africa’s formal employment market has come under renewed pressure, with 14,000 formal sector jobs lost between March and June…

The government is considering measures to reduce electricity costs for businesses and consumers, including proposals to prevent customers from carrying…

The South African Reserve Bank has raised its benchmark interest rate for the second time this year as policymakers seek…

South Africa’s cash economy is carrying an estimated R90 billion annual cost, putting pressure on businesses as companies balance the…

South African consumers remain reluctant to make major purchases despite a rebound in overall consumer confidence, according to the latest…