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MISA backs Jetour’s local manufacturing plans as Rosslyn plant deal signals jobs boost

2

Reserve Bank likely to hold rates as Iran conflict impact seen as temporary

3

SACCI Business Confidence Index dips amid market pressures

4

SARB flags Iran conflict as inflation risk but keeps outlook stable

5

PEP expands lay-by service with community-driven Buddy initiative

6

Eskom diesel spend drops nearly 90% amid power system improvements

7

Astron Energy Reaches 700th Rebranded Site as National Rollout Nears Completion

8

Johnson & Johnson signs agreement with Correctional Services to strengthen mental health care in prisons

9

Germany Commits R3.84 Billion Climate Loan to Support South Africa’s Energy Transition

10

Brahman Hills unveils luxury 5-star villas in major Midlands expansion

11

Bolobedu Solar Farm begins supplying power to national grid

12

Learner entrepreneurs showcase community-driven business ideas at Hammarsdale Demo Day

13

Fuel Price Mechanism Under Review as Government Extends Relief Measures

14

Boxer supports SAPS and Umlazi community through Victim Friendly Facility upgrade

15

WomX Report Finds Psychological Barriers Hindering Growth of Women-Owned Businesses

16

Durban-based MultiSearch Recruitment marks over three decades of connecting talent to business

17

HelloChoice launches Multi-Wallets to expand funding access for smallholder farmers

18

Transnet rail volumes increase but remain below target amid ongoing constraints

19

SARB maintains the repo rate

20

Ramokgopa outlines plan to eliminate load reduction with smart meter rollout

21

Development Bank of Southern Africa Secures R23 Billion for Bulk Water Projects

22

Giwusa calls for drastic repo rate cut ahead of SARB decision

23

Treasury unveils R54bn metro reform incentive to boost service delivery

24

Department reassures SA of stable fuel supply despite global volatility

25

Ramaphosa Says Efficient Transport Is Key to Economic Growth and Regional Integration

26

Economist Warns of Cost Pressure on SA Households and Businesses

27

Dairy Industry Warns of Milk Shortages and Job Losses Amid Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak

28

SA Home Loans Foundation launches Shining Schools initiative to support five schools with R500 000 funding

29

GDP growth not enough for what's needed

30

World Bank backs R160bn infrastructure funding initiative

31

Cyril Ramaphosa Highlights Shared Growth and Poverty Reduction Goals During Brazil State Visit

32

Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa appoint Melissa Dempster as CEO amid retail expansion

33

Pick n Pay clothing launches on asap! delivery app

34

Global ocean economy summit set for Durban later this month

35

BASF expands Durban dispersions plant as it marks 60 years in South Africa

36

Prince Buthelezi Mall set to open in Empangeni at end of April

37

Netcare earns Top Employer 2026 global certification

38

Hirsch’s marks 47 years from Durban repair shop to national retail chain

39

Boxer Superstores launches Digital Kick-Start Programme

40

Sin tax, TFSA and personal income tax - Quick picks from the 2026 Budget Speech

41

Budget Speech 2026 - Spotlight on illicit trade and potential sin tax increases

42

Enoch Godongwana to Deliver Budget Speech as Optimism Grows for Economy

43

Economist expects limited tax and spending changes in National Budget Speech

44

Experts Do Not Expect Changes to Personal Income Tax in 2026 Budget

45

Government welcomes STASSA survey as unemployment drops and jobs rise

46

Comments open for SARB’s proposal to scrap the prime lending rate

47

Danone Southern Africa tops national healthy food environment assessment

48

IMF says public debt and lagging policy reforms are holding South Africa back

49

Standard Bank offers streamlined smart ID applications

50

South Africa sets $15.1bn agricultural export record despite global trade pressure

51

Shoprite reaches 100 solar installations in renewable energy milestone

52

Reddam House Ballito joins Fibre Circle national recycling programme

53

Takealot Expands TakealotNOW On-Demand Delivery Service to Durban

54

Durban–Réunion air link aims to boost tourism and regional connectivity

55

Durban business confidence jumps sharply in fourth quarter of 2025

56

Wakefields reports renewed confidence in the KZN property market

57

FNB Connect launches eco-friendly SIM cards to cut plastic waste

58

Standard Bank warns rental prices remain inflation risk

59

Retail trade sales rise 3.5% year-on-year in November

60

FNB Sees Scope for Rates to Hold as Inflation Pressures Ease

61

Meat prices surge 12.2% year on year as foot and mouth disease disrupts supply

62

SARB doubles down on new 3% inflation target

63

IMF Projects Steady but Modest Growth for South Africa

64

Vector Logistics Named a Top Employer for 2026

65

Santam ranked fifth among South Africa’s top employers for ninth consecutive year

66

EU removes South Africa from high-risk jurisdictions list

67

Brahman Hills launches 5-star Premium Signature Villas

68

Airlink moves to market European codeshare flights

69

Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm early merger talks

70

Naamsa data shows strongest new-vehicle sales in over a decade

71

Coca-Cola SA Seeks 100 Entrepreneurs for Nationwide Distribution Programme

72

Civil Confidence Index hits 11-year high in fourth quarter

73

Fuel price cuts offer transport sector relief

74

Fuel Prices Set to Drop from Midnight, Petrol Below R21 for First Time Since 2022

75

Bad start to 2026 as Transalloys warns of possible large-scale retrenchments

76

IFA Hotels & Resorts Sets Out Zimbali Vision 2030 to Transform KZN’s North Coast

77

A Handful of Musina Farmers Grow Every Tomato Behind South Africa’s All Gold Sauce

78

Midlands Mall celebrates multiple awards and community recognition

79

IMF Warns South Africa Faces Risk of Stagnation Despite Signs of Economic Resilience

80

KZN premier unveils five-year financial recovery plan to restore fiscal stability

81

Inside the Home of Toughees - 4 Million School Shoes, One Small KZN Village

82

Joekels Marks 31 Years with Shoprite Supplier of the Year 2025 Honour

83

Regent Business School Launches SA’s First Business Intelligence Accounting Degree

84

Hirsch’s Marks Most Successful Month in History

85

Mr Price Foundation Opens PRP Applications as Youth Development Drive Expands

86

Estcourt Freight Village Set to Transform South Africa’s Transport Corridor

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DUT Students Take Part in BRICS Skills Finals

88

South Africa recorded a preliminary trade balance surplus of 15.6-billion rand in October

89

Eskom Welcomes Licence Approval for SA Wholesale Electricity Market Launch

90

Skyy Aviation Crowned Top Training Academy

91

Tiger Brands Posts Solid Full-Year Performance

92

Krispy Kreme SA marks a decade of growth and expansion

93

G20 Declaration Sets Global Priorities on Growth Resilience and Development

94

North-West University Business School professor backs SARB rate cut

95

SARB cuts repo rate by 25 basis points

96

Consumers Still Under Pressure Despite Improved Sentiment

97

Beekman Group launches San Martinho Vila Azul in Mozambique

98

Rate Cut expected this week

99

R200m Funding Deal to Boost Rim-Alloy Manufacturing in Richards Bay

100

Dube Cargo Terminal Records 7% Growth in Airfreight Throughput

101

Serco Expands Operations Amid Challenging Economic Climate

102

South Africa Secures R15.91‑Billion World Bank Boost for Metro Services

103

FNB Retains Title as South Africa’s Best Digital Bank

104

Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital unveils upgraded Emergency Unit

105

Cindy Norcott Launches The Weight of Hope, Donating Book Proceeds to the Robin Hood Foundation

106

Master Builders KZN honours construction excellence at annual awards

107

Tiger Brands empowers township and rural entrepreneurs through new enterprise development initiative

108

Walmart launches first African store and plans expansion

109

Shoprite launches R1-million competition to grow community food gardens across South Africa

110

Ramaphosa urges deeper South Africa–Switzerland cooperation for sustainable growth

111

Steel sector woes deepen as ArcelorMittal retrenchments spark legal battle

112

South Africa’s Exit from FATF Grey List Seen as Milestone for Financial Integrity and Institutional Reform

113

Pick n Pay posts steady progress as turnaround gains traction in H1 FY26 results

114

MANCOSA Marks 30 Years of Transformative Education

115

KZN Aims to Secure Over R90 Billion at Provincial Investment Conference

116

Luxury Living Soars as Zimbali Lakes Achieves Record-Breaking Sales

117

Pick n Pay integrates Ticketpro sales at store tills

118

Government to Invest R2.2-Trillion in Energy Transformation Strategy

119

South Africa’s retail sales climb 2.3% in August, with hardware and clothing stores leading growth

120

Standard Bank Report Reveals R1 Trillion Township Informal Economy Driving Millions of Jobs Across South Africa

121

Pick n Pay Marks International E-Waste Day with 124-Tonne Recycling Milestone and National School Campaign

122

PEP and CANSA Partner to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness Through Pink Towel Initiative

123

Boxer Opens State-of-the-Art Tongaat Distribution Centre to Serve 200 KZN Stores

124

Air France Extends Direct Cape Town-Paris Route to May 2026 Following Unprecedented Demand

125

Transnet outlines path to profitability amid operational challenges

126

Discovery Green Signs 20-Year Renewable Energy Deal to Power Glencore’s Coal Mines

127

SEACOM and SENTECH partner to boost SMMEs in South Africa

128

JBDevProp launches Kairos luxury eco-condo development in Botha’s Hill

129

Nu Metro to Relaunch Cinemas at Gateway Theatre of Shopping

130

Formal Sector Sheds 80,000 Jobs in Second Quarter of 2025

131

Langeberg Foods to Reopen Ashton Factory Under New Ownership from 1 October

132

Durban Secures Engage Trade Africa 2025, Driving Continental Trade Links

133

Boxer Marks Milestone with 550th Store Opening in KwaMashu

134

Brahman Hills’ Healing Earth Spa Crowned Spa of the Year at Global Destination Deluxe Awards

135

South32 Hillside Aluminium concludes first five-year wage deal

136

Boxer Hosts Farmers Day in Ndwedwe to Equip Local Growers for Retail Supply

137

SARB holds repo rate steady at 7.00% despite strong GDP growth

138

Durban to Host Africa’s Travel Indaba from 2026

139

Zeta Laboratories Teams Up with Shoprite to Make Essential Toiletries Affordable for Millions

140

Pick n Pay shine at SA Loyalty Awards

141

Hostex 2026 opens SMME Pavilion to boost small business growth

142

Mathe Group extracts clean steel from tyres for export

143

Government hails Walmart investment as vote of confidence in South Africa

144

Iconic Walmart to Open First Stores in South Africa This Year

145

Woolworths Expands Next-Gen Store Strategy with Ballito Food Market Launch

146

Murray & Roberts secures an additional R80-million in business rescue funding

147

Serco’s Quick-Draw Curtain-Sider System Enhances Fleet Efficiency

148

Toys R Us South Africa Expands Through Acquisition of 13 Toy Zone Stores