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As South Africa’s rooftop solar capacity passes 8.3GW, homeowners are being urged to check that their installations are properly registered, compliant and adequately insured.

Solar owners urged to act before Eskom registration fee waiver expires

South Africans with grid connected rooftop solar have until 30 September to register eligible systems without registration fees, while insurers warn that compliance is…

The rand weakened to about R16.40 against the dollar as higher oil prices, weaker gold and expectations of further US interest-rate increases supported the US currency. The market moves could add pressure to fuel prices, borrowing costs and household budgets.

Rand weakens as oil prices rise and rate-hike fears support dollar

The rand weakened to about R16.40 against the dollar as higher oil prices, weaker gold and expectations of further US interest-rate increases supported the US currency. The…

As artificial intelligence, cloud computing and digital services accelerate, South Africa has an opportunity to position itself as Africa’s leading digital infrastructure hub.

South Africa positioned to lead Africa’s data centre and digital infrastructure boom

As artificial intelligence, cloud computing and digital services accelerate, South Africa has an opportunity to position itself as Africa’s leading digital infrastructure hub.

SPAR is pressing ahead with a broad turnaround plan while searching for a new chairperson and additional independent directors, with management warning that the financial recovery will lag operational improvements.

SPAR targets November board appointments as turnaround gathers pace

SPAR is pressing ahead with a broad turnaround plan while searching for a new chairperson and additional independent directors, with management warning that the financial…

Sammy Sethole started as a blockman at Shoprite in 2012. Today, he is one of more than 225 Master Butchers across the Group, helping train the next generation while sharing his secrets to the perfect braai.

From blockman to master butcher: How Sammy Sethole built his career

Sammy Sethole joined Shoprite as a blockman in 2012. More than a decade later, he is a master butchers who trains colleagues, advises customers and shares his tips for a better…

While August inflation remained relatively contained, persistent services inflation and renewed oil price pressures could keep South African interest rates higher for longer.

South African Reserve Bank rate hike puts inflation and growth on a collision course

South Africa’s inflation outlook is becoming more challenging as higher oil prices, rising services inflation and food price risks complicate the path towards lower interest rates.

With consumer debt, fuel costs and household expenses rising, financial experts warn that the latest repo rate increase could further weaken disposable income and increase financial distress.

Higher repo rate adds to pressure on South African households ahead of festive season

With consumer debt, fuel costs and household expenses rising, financial experts warn that the latest repo rate increase could further weaken disposable income and increase…

Higher interest rates, rising inflation and expected October fuel-price increases are set to put further pressure on South African households, although construction activity provided a rare positive signal.

Sunday Review: Rates, inflation and fuel prices put pressure on households

A look at what’s driving prices – and what it means for households.

Temporary rand stability could leave South African importers and exporters exposed, with finance chiefs being urged to treat currency risk as a corporate governance issue.

South African businesses warned not to be lulled by rand stability as FX risks grow

South African businesses are being urged to strengthen their foreign exchange risk management as geopolitical tensions, oil prices and global monetary policy create renewed risks…

With fuel prices set to rise again, inflation expected to climb and borrowing costs increasing, electric and hybrid vehicles could offer South African consumers a way to reduce their monthly transport costs.

Could EVs be South Africa’s answer to rising fuel, power and borrowing costs?

Are rising costs starting to tip the maths in an EV's favour?

Oil prices have retreated from recent highs, but supply disruptions, refinery constraints and rand volatility mean relief at the pump could take longer to arrive.

October fuel price hike: Why cheaper oil may not mean cheaper petrol

Brent crude is falling. Your petrol price isn't. Here's why.

South African Reserve Bank Governor Governor Lesetja Kganyago announced an increase in the interest rate on Wednesday.

Sarb hike: Are higher-for-longer rates back?

Could this be the last rate hike – or just the beginning?

South African households face higher debt repayments after the Reserve Bank raised the repo rate to 7.25%, with Debt Rescue warning that consumers have little room left in their budgets.

Repo rate rises to 7.25% as South African households face renewed financial pressure

South African households face higher debt repayments after the Reserve Bank raised the repo rate to 7.25%, with Debt Rescue warning that consumers have little room left in their…

South African Reserve Bank Governor Governor Lesetja Kganyago.

Sarb Governor Lesetja Kganyago announces interest rate increase

The South African Reserve Bank has increased the repo rate to 7.25%, warning that fuel, food and electricity-price pressures could push inflation higher in the coming months.

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago.
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Watch: Sarb Governor Lesetja Kganyago announces September interest-rate decision

SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago is due to announce the MPC’s September decision on South Africa’s 7% policy rate, after economists differed over a 25-basis-point hike or a hold.

Lyra Energy has secured a Norad-backed payment guarantee aimed at reducing customer-payment risk and attracting private capital for renewable-energy projects in South Africa.

Lyra Energy secures Norwegian backed guarantee to scale renewable power trading in South Africa

Lyra Energy has secured a Norwegian state backed payment guarantee designed to reduce payment risk and help mobilise private capital for renewable energy generation in South…

Seeff Property Group chairman Samuel Seeff says the Reserve Bank should hold the repo rate this week, warning that another increase would put further pressure on households, property owners and the economic recovery.

Property sector urges SA Reserve Bank to hold repo rate and protect fragile economic recovery

Seeff Property Group chairman Samuel Seeff says the Reserve Bank should hold the repo rate this week, warning that another increase would put further pressure on households,…

Checkers has launched Stickables, a 50-sticker collection featuring familiar brands, rare golden stickers and a chance to win R1 million.

Checkers launches Stickables with R1 million golden-sticker prize

Checkers has launched Stickables, a 50-sticker collection featuring familiar brands, rare golden stickers and a chance to win R1 million.

A Rooibos twist on one of Japan’s best-loved dishes. Ramen is a deeply rooted part of Japanese food culture, with countless regional variations enjoyed across the country. Here, Rooibos finds its way into the bowl, adding a distinctive South African touch to a kombu-and-shiitake dashi, while also being used to marinate the egg.

Rooibos goes beyond the teacup as global markets embrace a South African heritage product

Rooibos is reaching more than 50 international markets, with chefs and consumers turning the South African favourite into everything from ramen and lattes to cocktails, desserts…

Brent crude has fallen from recent highs, but South Africa’s October fuel prices are largely determined by earlier oil-price and rand movements, limiting the impact of the latest decline.

Brent crude retreats, but October fuel prices could still jump

Oil is falling – so why could South Africans still face a big fuel-price hike in October?