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Sunday, June 8, 2025

SA Reserve Bank cuts repo rate offering relief to consumers

South African Reserve Bank announces a 25 basis point cut to the repo rate, providing much-needed relief for borrowers. Experts weigh in on the implications for the economy and property market.

Ashley Lechman|Published

Small black-owned furniture businesses urged to apply to take part in 2025 SME Accelerator

Discover how South Africa's EFC SME Accelerator offers Black-owned furniture businesses a unique opportunity to connect with major retailers and expand their reach in the market.

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

South Africa's budget 3. 0: A year of fiscal upheaval and strategic changes

As the months slip into May, the fiscal landscape continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the economy.

Ashley Lechman|Published

BUDGET: SA Canegrowers welcomes no increase in sugar tax

The association said it believes that Treasury should scrap the tax, to help ensure that government drives job creation and economic growth, as per its commitments outlined in the Sugarcane Value Chain Master Plan 2030.

Ashley Lechman|Published

Cosatu critiques Finance Minister's Budget as insufficient for economic growth

Cosatu expresses concerns over Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's Budget, highlighting the need for more support for low-income earners and a call for a national dialogue on expenditure priorities

Ashley Lechman|Published

Read Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's full budget speech here

South Africa's Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana delivered his Budget speech on Wednesday. Read his full speech here.

Enoch Godongwana|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces third Budget speech date

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the date for the third Budget speech, highlighting the impact of recent VAT discussions and the importance of coalition politics in South Africa.

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Jonas’s US envoy role under spotlight as MTN’s anti-terrorism lawsuit lingers

MTN Group is embroiled in a high-stakes lawsuit under the US Anti-Terrorism Act, coinciding with the controversial appointment of Mcebisi Jonas as South Africa's Special Envoy to the US. The case raises questions about US-South Africa relations and the implications for international business

Edward West|Published

MTN denies Anti-Terrorism Act lawsuit

In a statement, MTN said it noted the article suggesting that there are new legal developments in the US regarding MTN.

Staff Reporter|Published