Lula commends fiscal discipline but urges specific relief for SMEs

Ashley Lechman|Published

Lula praises recent fiscal commitments from the finance minister as a step towards resilience for SMEs but calls for targeted tax relief measures to spur growth and investment in South Africa's small business sector.

New inflation target and debt commitment bolster South Africa's post-grey list credibility

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africa basks in the glow of a favourable macroeconomic outlook following its exit from the FATF grey list, the recent Medium-Term Budget seems to promise ...

Finance minister highlights progress on debt, greylisting and investment

Helmo Preuss|Published

In his latest Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana outlines significant achievements in stabilising public debt and enhancing South ...

MTBPS adjustments 'not bold enough', says Cosatu

Banele Ginindza|Updated

Cosatu voices strong concerns over the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), arguing that the proposed adjustments lack the boldness needed to uplift South ...

Government's focus on structural reform offers relief to South Africa's sugar industry

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Farming associations in South Africa express relief over the government's decision not to raise sugar taxes in the latest Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, highlighting ...

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's MTBPS: A boost for investors and economists

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement has garnered positive reactions from property groups, economists, and trade unions, highlighting ...

KPMG economist says MTBPS lays the foundation for sustainable growth

Ashley Lechman|Published

KPMG South Africa’s Lead Economist, Frank Blackmore, said Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement struck the right chords, focusing ...

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 ...

Cattle at Sparta Beef's Alma farm test positive for Foot and Mouth Disease

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Sparta Beef has confirmed a Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak at their Alma farm in Clocolan, following a fraud probe related to cattle delivery. Immediate vaccinations ...

World wine output set for modest 2025 recovery: industry body

AFP|Published

After a significant downturn in 2024, global wine production is poised for a modest recovery in 2025, despite ongoing challenges from climate change and shifting ...

Manufacturing sector still under pressure despite output rising marginally in September

Yogashen Pillay|Published

In September 2025, South Africa's manufacturing production increased by 0.3% year-on-year, signalling resilience in a challenging economic landscape. Experts weigh ...

SA’s unemployment rate drops to lowest level in nearly a year, but constraints remain

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's Quarterly Labour Force Survey reveals a significant increase of 248,000 employed persons, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate to 31.9% ...

Toy industry demonstrates resilience as South Africans seek value in challenging economy

Published

As the toy industry in South Africa shows steady growth, families are finding ways to bring value into their play. Explore how e-commerce and changing consumer preferences ...

South African SMEs show resilience with 23% rise in US exports after turbulent September

Ashley Lechman|Published

The upward shift in exports, while promising, still places figures 40% below the baseline set on 1 April, when former President Trump imposed new tariffs that adversely ...

Online sports betting boom deepens financial strain on South Africans – BER

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent findings from the Bureau for Economic Research reveal that while online sports betting is booming in South Africa, it poses significant risks to consumer ...

Fraud probe launched after suspected Foot-and-Mouth scare at Sparta Beef Farm

Yogashen Pillay|Published

A suspected case of Foot-and-Mouth Disease at Sparta Beef's Alma farm has led to a fraud investigation after cattle arrived with falsified veterinary documents, ...

Mini budget must prioritise small business growth and fiscal discipline, urges Lula

Ashley Lechman|Published

This mini budget offers a chance for the South African government to demonstrate its dedication to fostering an environment where small businesses can thrive. As ...

Mini budget must leverage SA’s removal from grey list, urges Verto

Ashley Lechman|Published

In the wake of South Africa's exit from the FATF grey list, Verto highlights that the upcoming mini budget is a pivotal moment to reinforce financial stability and ...

Tractor sales surge 12% as agricultural machinery market maintains strong momentum

Yogashen Pillay|Published

October 2025 witnessed a notable 12% increase in tractor sales in South Africa, signalling optimism in the agricultural machinery sector, despite a decline in combine ...

Security-related rail fatalities surge sharply – RSR warns of deepening safety crisis

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Railway Safety Regulator's latest report highlights a troubling increase in security-related fatalities within South Africa's railway industry, with KwaZulu-Natal ...