South Africa’s markets are on the rise, but sustained gains depend on real economic growth. Picture Credit: Vusithembekwayo By Aisha Zardad South Africa – South African markets are enjoying a surge of optimism unseen in years, but its sustainability depends on one factor: economic growth. Interviews with four market participants in Cape Town reveal a…
Calculating, planning, budgeting — as the 2026 Budget approaches, many are keeping a close eye on their finances. Picture Credit: Business Report By Aisha Zardad South Africa – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will present the 2026 Budget at 14h00 on Wednesday, 25 February, amid expectations of a stable and largely upbeat fiscal outlook. South Africans…
South Africans could receive an extra public holiday in 2026 if President Cyril Ramaphosa declares the upcoming local government election day a national holiday. Picture Credit: GGA By Aisha Zardad South Africa – South Africans could be in line for an additional public holiday in 2026 — but it all depends on whether President Cyril…
An SIU investigation has revealed that visas and permits were allegedly sold for bribes totalling R16.3 million, implicating officials within the Department of Home Affairs. Picture Credit: Action SA By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg – The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says South Africa’s immigration system was effectively turned into a “marketplace”, with visas and permits allegedly…