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The CitizenThe CitizenMideast war could knock 3% off Africa economies – energy regulator
Rising fuel costs could affect everything - freight prices, docking fees, tourism, food, transport and factories, the energy regulator says.
The CitizenIndia could surpass SA as Sanlam’s top earnings driver – CFO
Scale of Shriram ecosystem highlights long-term growth potential beyond the group's mature home market.
The CitizenAI is dumping 150-page complaints on finance ombud’s desk
What used to take a paragraph or two now comes in book-sized tomes, often with fake legal cases as references.
The CitizenSam Ngumeni appointed as Woolworths CEO after nearly 30 years with the group
Ngumeni will take the reins on 1 June 2026 after holding various positions at the retailer for nearly 30 years.
The CitizenSasol has nearly doubled in 12 months, but is it still cheap?
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed oil to prices last seen in 2022.
The CitizenPareto secures 100% of Sandton Convention Centre and prime hotels in R1.1bn deal
But Southern Sun exits proposed deal with Liberty Group, after Pareto exercised its pre-emptive right on the properties.
The CitizenMiddle East conflict pushes FlySafair to add extra fuel fee
FlySafair said the temporary fuel surcharge will be reduced or removed once market conditions improve.
The CitizenInside the most expensive city to buy groceries in SA
The cost of the average household food basket decreased by R17.63 in February.
The Citizen5 questions to ask yourself before you take from your two-pot savings
Another withdrawal in the new financial year could set your family back more than they realise.
The CitizenMultiChoice expects to lose at least R2.9 billion in 2026 – here’s the plan to save it
Looking ahead, Canal+ said it expects MultiChoice to save money faster after offloading Showmax.
The CitizenAbsa’s Kenny Fihla gets R98.5m buyout award after joining from rival
His total pay package tops R148 million for 2025.
The CitizenMarkus Jooste’s mansion in Hermanus sells for R105m
Sold within six months of being put on the market, with the proceeds going to the Reserve Bank ...
The CitizenIs Mercedes-Benz SA in trouble? Carmaker in talks with GWM to share factory
The deal would help GWM meet its demand for its South African offerings, which includes the Haval brand.
The CitizenPort of Cape Town feels the Middle East conflict’s impact
Global shipping companies such as Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd were among the first to reroute their vessels for safety.
The CitizenGauteng budget: Here’s where the money is going
Infrastructure project will be prioritised but little mention of water, crime or the appointment of a new Gautrain operator.
The CitizenSA GDP records modest growth in final quarter of 2025, thanks to household spending
Real GDP increased by 1.1% in 2025, following a 0.5% increase in 2024.
The CitizenAbsa sounds warning on energy prices, rand, as profits climb to record
But it is 'very unlikely that the global environment would trigger the onset of a rate hiking cycle'.
The CitizenSpiralling oil prices could spell trouble for SA agriculture … and consumers
Oil price shock could lead to a noticeable rise in consumer price inflation and higher interest rates
The CitizenHere’s how much it will cost you to apply for Smart ID at these bank branches
The Smart ID services at Capitec are available across five provinces, with the sixth one to be added by Friday
The CitizenHeads up, pet owners! These batches of popular pet foods are unsafe
Bobtail, Catmor, Ultra Pet, and Optiwoof are some of the brands affected.
The CitizenWARNING: Another baby formula pulled from shelves, this is what you need to know
High levels of exposure, can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.
The CitizenVetting list? Letter to CEO? Here’s what it takes to buy brand new Rolex and Patek Philippe watches
An ordinary Rolex or Patek Philippe watch can cost you over R100k.
The CitizenReport reveals South Africans are struggling to repay their loans, especially car financing
The Credit Stress report revealed that defaulting on loan repayments has grown significantly among senior citizens.
The CitizenMidrand resident drives away in brand-new SUV as Jacaranda FM’s ‘Kia or The Cash’ delivers over 1 million entries
More than 1.1 million entries poured in during Jacaranda FM's 'Kia Or The Cash' campaign with Kia South Africa.
The CitizenTau lambasts Tongaat BRPs over liquidation application
Claims the Companies Act is being 'abused and perverted' by the BRPs to push for the liquidation of Tongaat 'against the public interest'
The CitizenMotsepe and other mining giants to benefit from the Middle East conflict
Gold and PGMs form a meaningful part of South Africa's export basket.
The CitizenJSE plunge sees over R2 trillion wiped out
Emerging market volatility peaks amid the Middle East crisis, which saw Brent crude jump almost 25% to $115 a barrel overnight from Sunday.
The CitizenEskom warns of possible electricity supply interruption to Govan Mbeki Municipality over R6.5bn debt
The power utility says the municipality's failure to meet debt relief conditions and settle its electricity account could result in reduced or terminated bulk supply from May 2026.
The CitizenFuel price shock: Here’s how much more petrol might cost you in April
The petrol price changes will take effect on 1 April 2026.