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The CitizenThe CitizenSOEs rack up losses of R172bn in five years – National Treasury
Many SOEs rely on the public purse despite operational gains.
The CitizenSpur lifts profit 13% despite FMD squeeze
Interim earnings rise to R244.7m as sales top R6.4bn, dividend climbs 13%, and management backs appeal in R233m GPS dispute.
The CitizenSamsung unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The most intuitive Galaxy AI phone yet
With powerful hardware working together with an industry-leading camera system and intuitive AI experiences, everyday tasks have never been easier and faster
The Citizen‘It does not address SA’s social crises’: Reactions to Godongwana’s budget speech
The improvements in South Africa's economic projections 'will not trickle down to the people who need relief the most'
The CitizenBudget 2026: R850bn public sector wage bill is government’s biggest expense
Government has introduced an early retirement programme to cut down the costs.
The CitizenBudget 2026: Godongwana allocates billions to HIV/Aids programme after Trump’s withdrawal
PEPFAR is coming to an end in March.
The CitizenBudget 2026: GDP expected to grow slightly – but not enough for meaningful change
'Over the medium term, growth is expected to average 1.8%, reaching 2% by 2028'.
The CitizenBudget 2026: Motorists to pay more for fuel from 1 April – here’s by how much
This marks the second consecutive fuel levy hike, following three years without increases.
The CitizenBudget 2026: Slight relief for overburdened individual taxpayers
Full relief for inflation with small increase in medical tax credits
The Citizen2026 budget: Social grants set to increase, Godongwana confirms
The SRDs grant is expected to end in March 2027.
The CitizenBinance enhances ‘Binance Junior’ with new features to boost family crypto savings and learning
Introducing festive Red Packet gifting, Merchant Pay, and integrated educational tools to nurture financial literacy for kids and teens under parental supervision.
The CitizenWATCH LIVE: Godongwana delivers 2026 budget speech
Godongwana will need to balance expectations of both consumers and coalition partners in his 2026 budget.
The CitizenSanral plans new ‘special toll roads’ for trucks
Proposal aims to curb road damage and push cargo back to rail as Transnet steps up recovery drive
The Citizen‘Feel better’ budget: What to expect from Godongwana’s speech
The medical aid tax rebate and fuel levy hikes are set to dominate scrutiny of South Africa's latest national budget.
The CitizenSamwu wants more Tshwane VIP protectors to be millionaires
Where are the risk assessments, asks fellow municipal union Imatu.
The CitizenWeBuyCars decides against entering the new vehicle market
Says it does not feel threatened by strong new vehicle sales, particularly of cheaper Chinese models
The CitizenWhy I stepped down as Spar CEO – Swartz
Group says 'highly competitive' market in SA will mean lower gross profit margins ...
The CitizenBeware eBucks rule that could leave you stranded on Level 3
Even active customers risk being stuck.
The CitizenWe’re still fine: Aarto hits another roadblock
This latest move has raised questions about whether the project finally hit the road in July or will be postponed for a fourth time.
The CitizenUS-SA tariffs: Trump makes another tweak
The US imposed a 30% tariff on South Africa, but on Friday a US high court ruled the law Trump used does not give him authority to impose tariffs.
The CitizenMinister Tau moves to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation
Government believes Tongaat Hulett remains capable of being stabilised and restructured.
The CitizenSA gets US tariff relief after high court slams Trump … but White House has another plan
The US imposed a 30% tariff on South Africa, but on Friday a US high court ruled the law Trump used does not give him authority to impose tariffs.
The CitizenTo be or not to be green – that is the question, Eskom
Clarity on Eskom end-state crucial to energy sector reforms, says Krutham.
The Citizen2026 Budget: Sin tax could make alcohol unaffordable and boost the illicit trade
Tax on spirits has doubled since 2016.
The CitizenForex trading as a career – reality, hype or policy blind spot?
Forex trading sits in a strange space.
The CitizenMcDonald’s South Africa recognised as a top employer
McDonald's South Africa is pleased to announce its certification as a Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute.
The CitizenSpar CEO resigns with CFO to take over in March
He is not the first Spar CEO to jump ship amid uncertainty.
The CitizenGovernment’s plan to turn SA into a construction site
The state owns 88 000 buildings and 5m hectares of land yet pays R6bn a year in leases.
The CitizenFarmers sweat over uncertainty of Tongaat Hulett’s future
Farmers fear missed milling windows could wipe out months of work.