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South Africans brace for economic strain as debt costs rise
Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africans brace for economic strain as debt costs rise

An interest rate cut this year will hinge on Middle East tensions and oil prices

Ashley Lechman|Published

With the South African Reserve Bank maintaining interest rates amid rising global inflation, what challenges lie ahead for consumers? Explore the implications for ...

Tech-equipped Indigenous firefighters protect Thai forests

AFP|Published

Satellite imagery from the peak of the 2020 crisis showed northern Thailand blanketed by dense clusters of fire hotspots, with nearly 400 recorded in Chiang Mai ...

Fresh legal clash looms over FMD vaccination as industry, veterinarians square off

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Red Meat Industry Services warns of potential delays in Foot and Mouth disease vaccination due to an impending court case with private veterinary organisations, ...

6 essential questions to ask your financial adviser

Duma Mxenge|Published

Discover six crucial questions to ask your financial adviser to ensure your investment strategy aligns with your financial goals and provides peace of mind in uncertain ...

North Industry founder Saina Titus turns passion for baking into a growing creative business

Ashley Lechman|Published

Saina Titus shares how passion, creativity and resilience helped launch North Industry in a tough economy

Valterra Platinum delivers earnings surge and strong cash position in first year post-demerger

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Valterra Platinum has reported a remarkable increase in earnings and cash generation for 2025, marking a successful transition to independence from Anglo American ...

South Africa ships first table grapes to Philippines, opening new export market

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen announces the first shipment of South African table grapes to the Philippines, highlighting a significant milestone in agricultural ...

Consumer strain as Sarb keeps interest rates steady

Ashley Lechman|Published

As tensions flare in the Middle East, the South African Reserve Bank's decision to maintain interest rates highlights the nation's economic vulnerability and the ...

The resilience of Burnham House B&B: a journey through challenges and triumphs

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Jeannie Sarno, owner of Burnham House B&B, shares her journey in the tourism sector, discussing the challenges faced and the strategies employed to create a successful ...

Understanding the limitations of medical aid in South Africa

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Explore the complexities of medical aid in South Africa and discover why families may face unexpected financial burdens during healthcare crises. Learn how gap cover ...

Point of view: the evolving definition of wealth in South Africa

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Discover how South Africans are reshaping their understanding of wealth and legacy in the face of economic challenges, as revealed by the latest 1Life Generational ...

Words on wealth: my 10 money take-aways for readers

Martin Hesse|Published

Explore ten invaluable lessons on managing money and navigating the financial services industry, drawn from nearly a decade of insights in the Words on Wealth column. ...

South Africa and Angola scrap flight limits in boost to trade and tourism

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa and Angola have agreed to remove flight capacity and frequency restrictions, paving the way for enhanced economic and tourism ties. This agreement is ...

Your investment, and insurance questions answered

PSG (Sponsored content)|Published

PSG answers your investment, and insurance questions.

EU to fine e-commerce platforms importing harmful items

AFP|Published

The EU says an estimated 5.9 billion low-value retail packages entered the EU in 2025, more than 90 percent originating from China. Some 4.6 billion cheap parcels ...

Exotic pet trade thrives in China despite welfare concerns

AFP|Published

Throngs of people from across China packed into the cavernous exhibition halls for the annual pet fair, where exotic animals are a more common sight than cats or ...

Trump bars firms with pro-diversity policies from govt contracts

AFP|Published

Companies now hoping for government contracts will have to include on their contracts a seven-paragraph clause pledging that " The contractor will not engage in ...

Energy independence for South Africa: why Sasol could be the missing link

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

Amidst escalating global tensions affecting oil supply, South Africa must ask: Can Sasol lead the charge towards true energy independence?

Why you shouldn't delay your life insurance decisions

Glenn Hickling|Published

Discover the critical reasons behind the life insurance protection gap in South Africa and learn how to secure your financial future by making informed insurance ...