The CitizenSA’s Policy Uncertainty Index still negative, but improving
If the government can keep the economy on track, what is now considered tailwinds in the Policy Uncertainty Index could overcome any headwinds.
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The CitizenThe CitizenIMF impressed with SA’s inflation target and removal from greylist, but…
The IMF believes that South Africa still has much to do to accelerate economic growth, such as upgrading infrastructure and reducing public debt.
The CitizenTrump getting his way? Finance minister confirms SA won’t participate in G20 finance track
The first Sherpa and Finance Track meetings will be held in Washington from 15 to 16 December.
The CitizenRelax, there will be no wealth tax – top 12% already pay 60% of personal tax
It is a fact that South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, but will a wealth tax really change this?
The CitizenNPO hit with massive Vat bill
After court confirms payments were services …
The CitizenBusinesses warn consumers of price increases, while some foresee closure
'Small businesses are moving from fragile survival toward a conditional and uneven recovery.'
The CitizenTreasury to spend R2.2 billion to refund Ithala depositors
Depositors must first wait to be contacted by FNB before visiting the branches.
The CitizenGDP: Economy grew by only 0.5% in third quarter
Even if economic growth did really well in the fourth quarter, there is not a big chance that economic growth will exceed 1%, economists say.
The CitizenGDP increased for fourth straight quarter as economic activity increases
While only eight industries grew in the second quarter, nine of them grew in the third quarter, supporting the overall GDP.
The CitizenTreasury responds to Springbok bullying claim
Look at the bank account, says mayor.
The CitizenThere’s a national online gambling tax – but where is the online gambling law?
There is doubt that a tax on online gambling operators will stop the scourge it has become
The CitizenSars must stick to its settlement agreements with taxpayers
It cannot pick provisions in the Tax Administration Act that are ‘self-serving’.
The CitizenWhy forex trading is growing rapidly among South Africans despite economic uncertainty
Forex trading has carved out a surprising place in South Africa’s financial industry.
The CitizenWhat will happen if we dumped Black Friday?
Ending Black Friday would slash retail momentum, limit deals for consumers and disrupt the vital fourth-quarter boost businesses rely on.
The CitizenSeven Black Friday hacks to stretch your rands this festive season
Experts say strategic planning, early gift buying and smart rewards use can turn Black Friday into a long-term financial win.
The CitizenWill taxing the spoils of illegal online gambling put a stop to it?
Just as the South African economy starts picking up speed, so did illegal online gambling, with broke consumers finding R1.5 trillion to spend on it.
The CitizenSars accused of blaming tax practitioners for eFiling hijackings
The Ombud said it is looking into publishing the final report of eFiling profile hijacking by the second week of February 2026.
The CitizenTax ombud’s five-year plan is to gain greater independence from Sars
Critical for credibility and the protection of taxpayer rights.
The CitizenBlack Friday presents growth opportunity for township SMEs
‘Black November’ acts as a stress test, highlighting the importance of preparedness and adaptability for SMEs
The CitizenTreasury accused of bullying successful Springbok power partnership
Threatens to withhold equitable share, wants municipality to lay criminal charges.
The CitizenShops can expect strong Black Friday thanks to e-commerce growth, improving economy
This is the first year that South Africans can return to the trend before Covid of buying more in November than in December.
The CitizenFaster audits, but a tougher Sars
Taxpayers cite fairness and service gaps in PwC survey.
The CitizenRepo rate cut welcome but time has run out for ordinary South Africans
While there seems to be more hope for the country and its economy, an expert worries that real change will not come soon enough.
The CitizenProperty market welcomes repo rate cut: Here’s how 2026 will look
'We expect to see a steady increase in sales activity over the next few months.'
The CitizenG20 industrial policy report hailed as blueprint for greener, more diversified global economy
Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi says the report provides an invaluable framework for aligning industrial strategies with climate, development, and equity goals.
The CitizenRepo rate cut in line with economists’ expectations
The repo rate is now below 7% for the first time since November 2022 when it stood on 6.25% before the MPC increased it by 75 basis points to 7%.
The CitizenSouth Africans get a repo rate cut for Christmas
The Reserve Bank ended the year on a high note with another repo rate cut that will put a little more money in indebted consumers’ pockets.
The CitizenHere are SA’s top 10 business risks, with economic slowdown in first place
The worrying trend from the survey is that cyber risk is not even one of the top ten business risks, although SA companies have been affected before.
The CitizenProtection of tax bases in the OECD spotlight
Current geopolitical landscape heightens trade uncertainty and fiscal pressures.
The CitizenWill increase in inflation encourage Reserve Bank to drop repo rate on Thursday?
Although the inflation rate increased in October, economists believe there is still a chance of a repo rate cut