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High court rules Bitcoin is capital under SA exchange control laws, orders R6m forfeiture

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

The South Gauteng High Court has ruled that Bitcoin is both capital and money under South Africa's exchange control regulations, a decision that could reshape the landscape for cryptocurrency transactions in the country.

From cash to cards: A new era for migrant banking

Partnered Content|Updated

Mama Money relaunches its card with a simple promise: “Now You Can”

All dressed up and deeply in debt

Nicola Mawson|Published

One night, one outfit, one very large bill – and that's before the afterparty. Here's what matric dances really cost and where parents can save.

South African consumers brace for fuel price hikes amid cost-of-living crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African consumers are facing a financial storm as fuel prices are set to rise in May, exacerbating the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and food inflation, with ...

Rising fuel prices spark urgent conversations on workplace flexibility and further interventions

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans face unprecedented fuel and electricity price hikes, the urgent need for workplace flexibility and effective interventions becomes clear. How will ...

Rising cost pressures loom as MPC keeps repo rate unchanged

Ashley Lechman|Updated

As South Africans brace for rising costs and increased financial strain, insights from industry experts reveal a challenging road ahead for consumers facing relentless ...

Watch VideoSA Reserve Bank keeps repo rate steady as global uncertainties rise

Ashley Lechman|Published

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has decided to maintain the repo rate at 6.75%, as Governor Lesetja Kganyago highlights the impact of escalating geopolitical ...

How fuel price increase can surge to R8 per litre in April

Ashley Lechman|Published

Alarm bells ring for South African consumers as fuel prices are projected to rise by nearly R8 per litre in April, driven by escalating tensions between the US, ...

CGCSA welcomes budget as a crucial step towards economic recovery

Ashley Lechman|Published

In an effort to rejuvenate the economy and address pressing societal issues, the CGCSA remains committed to working alongside the government, advocating for sound ...

Avoiding early-year money mistakes that derail your goals

Zihaad Israfil|Published

This is the moment when many people abandon their financial goals. Not because they lack ambition, but because the year started without a plan strong enough to survive ...

SARS’ Crypto dragnet: how the tax net Is closing on South Africa’s digital wealth

Willem J. Oberholzer|Published

Crypto wallets, offshore trading accounts and cross-border digital wealth will now feed into the same international transparency grid that already tracks traditional ...

From Parliament to the pantry: What the Budget really means at the till

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans brace for the financial implications of the national Budget, discover how households can navigate rising costs and make informed decisions. Read ...

Ozow backs government’s commitment to modernise South Africa’s payments system

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a bid to modernise the national payments landscape, the South African government has embraced partnership with private sector leaders like Ozow, ensuring that ...

South Africa's 2026 national budget: A return to traditional fiscal policy

Ashley Lechman|Published

Explore how South Africa's 2026 National Budget marks a return to fiscal tradition, with key adjustments for individuals and small businesses while signalling a ...

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 ...

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 ...

Essential strategies for South Africans ahead of the 2026 Budget

Reeona Chetty|Published

Here’s how different South Africans should be thinking about the new tax year.

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, ...