South Africa remains a hotspot for trade in illicit and counterfeit goods despite policy reforms and easing inflation, which pushes consumers to seek cheaper products. Tobacco,...
Interest rate hopes fade as global tensions threaten South Africa’s economy Just a few months ago, South Africans were cautiously optimistic. There was talk of relief,...
South Africa’s latest GDP figures tell a story of modest progressand deep-rooted structural failure. The economy grew by 0.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, bringing annual...
South Africans might need to tighten their belts again, with fresh rumblings about a potential gambling tax and growing concerns over next week’s petrol price outlook....
D-Day looms for South Africa as US trade lifeline hangs in the balance South Africa is heading into a tense moment that could reshape its trade...
After a period of stagnation, South Africa’s residential property market is showing clear signs of renewed life, with major industry players expressing cautious optimism for 2026. The shift...
In a significant boost to its international financial standing, South Africa has been officially removed from the European Union’s list of High-Risk Third Country Jurisdictions. This welcome...
AGOA lives on, for now After months of uncertainty, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been given a new lease on life. The US...
In a stark indictment of the state of the economy, South African business leaders are issuing a desperate warning: the country’s crushing regulatory burden is suffocating legitimate enterprise...
South Africa’s love affair with the car is entering a challenging new chapter. A flood of competitively priced Chinese vehicles is rapidly capturing market share, offering consumers unprecedented...