The CitizenSouth Africans earn more but are losing spending power
The pay index reveals that people are receiving very small nominal salary increases, while inflation of 5% is eroding their buying power.
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The CitizenThe CitizenTwo out of five houses valued above R20m in SA owned by foreign nationals
Foreign buyers in the Western Cape tend to purchase property for lifestyle and leisure, while those in Gauteng participate in the property market alongside local buyers.
The CitizenPepkor creates R21.3bn fintech platform with IPO ambitions
Retail group will hold a 57.1% stake in the combined business as it targets growth in SA's informal merchant market.
The CitizenPork prices drop: Here’s how much you can expect to pay
'Instead of the shortages many anticipated, the market has swung in the opposite direction.'
The CitizenWhat if Spar, built on convenience, is no longer convenient?
Every single Sixty60 order by a Spar shopper chips away at that retailer's very foundation.
The CitizenSouth Africans face higher living costs as inflation hits 5.0%
The cost of living has risen, putting more pressure on household budgets.
The CitizenDon Julio celebrates the liquid behind World Tequila Day
As part of the World Tequila Day celebrations, guests will enjoy thoughtfully curated food pairings designed to complement the unique flavour profiles of the Don Julio portfolio.
The CitizenWhat happens to your crypto after death?
'Unlike a bank account, crypto isn't something an executor can simply access by presenting a death certificate.'
The CitizenSouth Africans earning over R20k a month face the greatest debt repayment pressure
'Younger people and those earning lower incomes are now the most stressed.'
The CitizenNearly R25bn loan from World Bank expected to help SA with water challenges, among others
This is expected to create nearly 600 000 jobs.
The CitizenFinancial access beyond nationality: Banking for inclusion in South Africa
Today, financial responsibilities no longer fit neatly into one account or one category.
The CitizenNew public procurement rules won’t stop corruption and will raise costs
Substantially more stringent and complex, they open up new avenues for graft - and instead of easing up on 'transformation', National Treasury is doubling down on it.
The CitizenHill-Lewis hails private sector push at Cape Town port
Transnet has issued a request for proposals for a 25-year concession to redevelop and operate the Port of Cape Town's multipurpose terminal.
The CitizenJoburg walking a financial tightrope: City paid but is spending it wrong, says expert
The Johannesburg municipality will receive over R3.7 billion in two payments but city may have too many debts to cover.
The Citizen42 errant municipalities off Godongwana’s naughty list
Receiving full or partial payment of the July equitable share allocation previously withheld by National Treasury last Thursday.
The CitizenDiscovery Health needs 280k new members a year just to stand still
That's more than the total number of members of SA's third largest medical aid.
The CitizenWhat are you using your tax refund on? Check these 3 things before you spend it
Some South Africans have extra change in their pockets thanks to Sars. Do you spend or save it?
The CitizenAre your repayments going to increase? What to expect from repo rate decision
The South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) will announce its repo rate decision on Thursday, 21 July.
The CitizenBIC® South Africa empowers primary and matric students across Gauteng
BIC® South Africa is continuing its education drive across Gauteng, equipping learners with essential writing tools through its Pen Licence and Matric Pen Drop-off initiatives to support academic success.
The CitizenSA looking at privately-owned SEZs to arrest deindustrialisation
This follows World Bank recommendations and to revive a scheme widely believed to be failing locally.
The CitizenJoburg in urgent court bid to remove consumer refund risk
Madibeng and Msunduzi municipalities also exposed.
The CitizenOld Mutual shareholders reject CEO’s R300m pay plan
For Strydom to receive the shares worth R300 million, he has to achieve a specified share price from the insurer within a certain period.
The CitizenAfrican Bank looks at cutting 1 200 jobs and 90 branches
Talks are ongoing with finance union, Sasbo.
The CitizenInflation warning: Loaf of bread could cost R45 in the next decade
Inflation for June 2026 is expected to reach 4.7%.
The CitizenReport reveals 39% of South Africans say they will skip loan repayments
The findings suggest there is little recovery among households - people are instead surviving by making adjustments.
The CitizenCartrack reports higher profit and more subscribers while awaiting for report into employee’s death
Cartrack made an operating profit of R395 million in three months.
The CitizenAarto rollout challenged – again
Outa launches urgent application to halt it.
The CitizenGodongwana hauled to parliament over R13bn municipal funding freeze
It follows calls by the Financial and Fiscal Commission for the move to be scrutinised.
The CitizenThese are the top five car brands South Africans under 35 are buying – and none are Chinese
The report found that car brand choices of under-35s reflect practicality over status.
The CitizenYour next customer could be anywhere – Can you reach them?
CourierIT delivers across metropolitan centres, regional towns, townships and many rural communities throughout the country.