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South Africa’s budget fails to address immediate consumer financial crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa faces rising household costs, the 2026 National Budget is met with disappointment. Find out why industry experts are calling for more immediate relief for struggling consumers.

Budget 2026: Tax reforms offer vital relief for small businesses in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

Discover how the 2026 Budget's tax reforms, driven by insights from over 1,200 small business owners, aim to provide crucial relief and support for South Africa's ...

Read Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's full Budget Speech here

Enoch Godongwana|Published

Read Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's 2026 budget here.

Watch VideoWatch live: Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers 2026 budget

Ashley Lechman|Published

Join us as South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers the 2026 Budget Speech, unveiling crucial fiscal policies that will shape the nation's economic ...

Investing in digital infrastructure is crucial for South Africa's budgetary resilience

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa prepares for its national budget, Vuyani Jarana advocates for a bold investment in digital infrastructure that promises to transform education, healthcare, ...

All eyes on Enoch Godongwana's budget: insights for consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa gears up for its vital budget, what can consumers expect? Experts weigh in on potential tax implications, infrastructure investments, and the need ...

Will South Africa's 2026 budget provide relief for struggling workers?

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa braces for the National Budget Speech, workers are left wondering if this year's budget will truly address their pressing economic challenges. With ...

How the 2026 Budget affects South African families

Ashley Lechman|Published

With South Africa's Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, set to deliver the 2026 Budget Speech, the focus shifts to the real-life implications for families grappling ...

South African students say trade policy is not a silver bullet for unemployment

John Manyike and Isaac Matshego|Published

Students demonstrate a nuanced appreciation of economic trade-offs, institutional limits, and the complexity of policy implementation.

Post Office future still under discussion as Treasury holds back on funding details

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In his latest Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana addresses the future of the South African Post Office, revealing ongoing financial ...

Transnet has not yet met its own targets, but there is progress

Helmo Preuss|Published

Explore how Transnet is navigating its challenges and making progress as highlighted in Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's latest Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. ...

Increasing municipal debt is a threat to Eskom’s viability

Helmo Preuss|Published

As municipal debt continues to rise, Eskom's financial viability hangs in the balance, prompting urgent calls for reform and support.

Only CPI was considered for the lower inflation target of 3%

Helmo Preuss|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's recent MTBPS reveals a pivotal shift in South Africa's monetary policy, focusing solely on the CPI to establish a new 3% inflation ...

MTBPS: SA to achieve first debt stabilization since 2008 crisis

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces that South Africa is on track to stabilize government debt by 2025/26 - the first time since the 2008 financial crisis ...

Read Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's full MTBPS here

Enoch Godongwana|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday.

MTBPS: SA economic growth outlook cut to 1.2% for 2025, Treasury pins hope on reforms

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday.

MTBPS: South Africa reduces inflation target to 3% to combat rising cost of living

Siphelele Dludla|Published

This new target immediately replaces the previous target range of between 3 and 6% with a midpoint of 4.5%, which has been implemented since 2000.

Watch VideoWatch live: Enoch Godongwana delivers MTBPS

Ashley Lechman|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) on Wednesday.

Oil prices soar, stocks slide after Israel strikes Iran

AFP|Published

Fears of a higher-cost environment sent share prices sliding for a majority of companies across Asia and Europe.

Redefining brand loyalty for the modern consumer

Partnered Content|Published

The Momentum Multiply approach is tapping into playful, competitive elements to engage members and enhance the overall loyalty experience.