The CitizenTrump signs Agoa into law for another year and SA is included – so far
Although the US president did not delete any names of countries before he signed Agoa, het can still do it, an economist says.
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The CitizenThe CitizenSouth Africa secures $8 billion from Afreximbank – here’s what it will be used for
South Africa has formally joined Afreximbank as a Class A shareholder.
The CitizenDomestic workers to get an almost R2 increase. Here’s the new wage for 2026
'No employee shall be paid below the national minimum wage.'
The CitizenUS Senate passes Agoa, sends it to president for signature
Although Agoa passed another hurdle on its path to becoming law, not everybody believes that South Africa’s name will appear in the final version.
The CitizenMahindra backs SKD production to attract major auto investment to SA
But says it will be the first to blow the whistle on firms exploiting loopholes to avoid SKD component import duties.
The CitizenPlease Call Me legal funders head to arbitration to secure 40% of Vodacom payout
They’ll be going alone. Makate’s legal team says the agreement they are relying on was the result of fraud.
The CitizenTownship businesses in Gauteng made over R1 billion, thanks to Uber Eats
'This proves that township economy is a real thing, and can produce tangible results.'
The CitizenSharp decrease in SA automotive exports in December due to uncertainty around US tariffs
South Africa still recorded a preliminary trade surplus of R201.6 billion in 2025, slightly higher than in 2024.
The CitizenNew affordable lofts spark hope for Katlehong housing market
Sebenzile Lofts brings 21 affordable, modern rental units to Katlehong, offering hope for the housing market and empowering local communities.
The CitizenBlue Tag Sale Offers: Unlock exclusive savings and premium offers
Samsung brings back the Blue Tag Sale - A season of smart savings
The CitizenSars now turns to high-wealth individuals who pay almost half of all personal income tax
According to Sars, around 2 800 South Africans with assets exceeding R50 million collectively hold an estimated R150 billion offshore.
The CitizenSA regulators permitting sale of vehicles with lower safety standards
The same vehicle sold in all other major markets has higher mandatory safety standards than in SA, according to the Automobile Association.
The CitizenChaos as CoJ’s billing and payments systems buckle
Both systems are offline, with no payments reflecting for two weeks …
The CitizenManufacturing PMI recovery still stalling, letting growth slip through its fingers
South Africa’s manufacturing PMI is still struggling, and although it increased somewhat, it is expected to remain sluggish.
The CitizenFruit industry loses R350 million this season due to Cape Town port’s operational failures
Despite promises from Transnet to solve problems at the Cape Town port, there were still delays exporting fruit, with farmers paying for it.
The CitizenCan Operation Vulindlela really help grow the economy? Q3 progress report tabled
Significant milestones were achieved during the third quarter across seven reform focus areas.
The CitizenMore lifestyle audits on their way, this time by the FIC
Sars already has these powers. Now the Financial Intelligence Centre will get them too in terms of a new bill being promoted by National Treasury.
The CitizenRAF counter application over ‘blank cheque’ claims dismissed
Judge says the inference of mala fides by the fund and former CEO Collins Letsoalo in bringing the counter application is ‘inescapable’.
The CitizenHousehold food basket price up again, but slightly less than a year ago
It is not only research that shows that more people cannot afford to feed their families a nutritious diet. Low-income consumers see food disappear from their plates every day.
The CitizenWhat phasing out the prime lending rate would mean for consumers
Is it important to have a prime rate if banks can use their discretion about the risk you pose by offering a lending rate lower the prime rate?
The CitizenTax benefits matter for retirement planning but are they enough?
There is a saying that you can never have enough money, but can you ensure that you will ever have enough money in retirement?
The CitizenGetting divorced? Why you need financial advice as well as legal advice
Even if divorce is the last thing you want to think of when getting married, you have to consider it when drawing up an antenuptial contract
The CitizenWhy cash-strapped South Africans were dismayed by repo rate decision
Although a cut in the repo rate would not put thousands in consumers’ pockets, it would help them get through the month
The CitizenHow can SA Tourism market the country without a chief marketing officer?
Key executive positions remain vacant at SA Tourism.
The CitizenHuawei South Africa celebrates 25 years of innovation with South Africans
Huawei marks 25 years of innovation, connection and everyday tech in South Africa.
The CitizenPort of Gauteng developer heads to court over ‘unlawful’ road approval
Says the approval for its construction violates environmental laws and benefits competitors trying to coattail on his work.
The CitizenNersa approves interim tariff discount for Glencore-Merafe and Samancor smelters
How it will be funded is still unclear.
The CitizenCautious Reserve Bank opts not to cut repo rate in close call
The Reserve Bank usually follows the US Fed’s decision on the repo rate. The Fed opted to leave interest rates unchanged on Wednesday.
The CitizenWarning that food insecurity in SA is worsening and children are most affected
Imagine your food cupboards are empty and your children are hungry. This is the reality of about 18 million people in South Africa every day.
The CitizenReserve Bank keeps repo rate unchanged, warns of geopolitical risk
While most economists said that the repo rate was too difficult to call, the MPC made the decision not to cut or increase.