Tag: South African economy
Repo Rate Remains Unchanged, Meeting Economist Expectations
The repo rate remains unchanged at 7.0% after the SARB September 2025 meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee…
Repo Rate Cut: A Welcome Move Due to Stable Rand and Improved Economic Outlook
This Repo Rate Cut is seen as a positive response to the country’s stable rand and an improved…
Former DayBreak Farms Shareholder Demands PIC Accountability for Farm’s Collapse
The collapse of DayBreak Farms (Pty) Ltd, a major player in South Africa's agro-processing industry, has been marked…
Budget 3.0: Godongwana Cuts Zero-Rated Food Basket After VAT Hike Dropped
South Africa's Budget 3.0, delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on 21 May 2025, marks a critical moment…
Petrol Price Cut Expected in June: Early Data Shows Positive Trend for South African Drivers
South African motorists can expect some relief at the fuel pumps this June, as early data suggests a…
South African Household Income Statistics 2022/23
The latest South African Household Income Statistics for 2022/23. Understand the socio-economic landscape of South African households.
Godongwana Suspends VAT increase: What This Means for South Africans
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces the suspension of a VAT increase for South Africa, offering relief to consumers.…
Rand Hits Record Low at R19.93/USD, Worst Performance Since May 2023
Rand Hits Record Low at R19.93/USD, Worst Performance Since May 2023
Trump US Tariff Pause Brings Mixed News for SA as China Ties Complicate Trade Outlook
Trump Tariff Pause Brings Mixed News for SA as China Ties Complicate Trade Outlook
Trump’s Tariffs Cause Market Bloodbath as Rand Plummets Due to GNU Collapse Fears
Trump’s tariffs cause global market turmoil, triggering a sharp decline in the rand. South Africa’s political instability, coupled…
Budget 2025 Passed with VAT Increase as Rand Weakens: What Consumers Can Expect
Budget 2025 Passed with VAT Increase as Rand Weakens: What Consumers Can Expect