SA records 80 000 job losses in three months as economists warn of weak economic growth

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent quarterly employment statistics reveal a significant decline in South Africa's job market, with 80,000 jobs lost in June 2025. Economists express concerns ...

Discovery Green signs 20-year power purchase deal with Red Rocket for 300MW solar farm

Philippa Larkin|Published

Discovery Green has partnered with Red Rocket to launch the Tournee Solar Park, a 300MW solar farm in Mpumalanga, marking a significant step in South Africa's renewable ...

Construction activity loses some momentum in quarter three but sentiment ticks higher

Philippa Larkin|Published

After a decline in Q2 2025, the FNB/BER Civil Confidence Index partially recovers in Q3, revealing that over half of respondents are dissatisfied with current business ...

South Africa's agriculture sees mixed fortunes as livestock industry battles disease

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's agricultural sector is witnessing a mixed recovery in 2025, with significant growth in field crops and horticulture, while the livestock industry ...

PayInc Index shows modest salary gains but higher earners lose ground

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The PayInc Net Salary Index for August 2025 reveals a slight increase in net salaries, highlighting economic resilience despite job losses in higher income brackets. ...

SA policy uncertainty climbs to record high amid global and domestic pressures

Yogashen Pillay|Published

North West University's Business School reveals a record rise in the Policy Uncertainty Index, highlighting significant economic challenges and forecasts for South ...

Global economy in transformative phase, say WEF chief economists

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The World Economic Forum's Chief Economists Outlook for September reveals a global economy in flux, with chief economists predicting subdued growth and significant ...

Saai's Farmer Input Cost Index Reveals 9% Farm-Level Inflation in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The Southern African Agri Initiative unveils the Farmer Input Cost Index, revealing a concerning 9% average inflation rate for South African farmers over the past ...

Consumers face cost-of-living squeeze as food and fuel prices remain high

Ashley Lechman|Published

Families face ongoing financial pressure as the latest Household Affordability Index shows minimal relief in food prices, petrol costs rise, and the Reserve Bank ...

Planet Fitness celebrates 30 years of growth and innovation in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Discover how Planet Fitness has evolved over 30 years, focusing on quality and community engagement while expanding its presence across South Africa.

South Africa's agriculture poised for a strong 2025-26 season due to La Niña

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Agbiz reports early signs of a strong agricultural season for South Africa in 2025-26, driven by favourable La Niña conditions and increased tractor sales, signalling ...

FNB House Price Index shows 4. 5% growth in August, signalling market recovery

Yogashen Pillay|Published

FNB's latest House Price Index reveals a 4. 5% year-on-year growth in August, the fastest increase in over three years. This article explores the implications for ...

South African brewers toast to a growing beer heritage

Ashley Lechman|Published

Join South African brewers this Heritage Month as they salute a burgeoning beer culture that intertwines innovation, locality, and a deep sense of community, all ...

Luxury watches: A smarter investment than real estate?

Ashley Lechman|Published

In a market that is evolving, South Africans may be faced with a choice: cling to the past with traditional real estate investments or embrace the emerging trend ...

Employment Equity: South Africa’s tough new law could unlock growth

Ntombizone Feni|Published

Government has moved from persuasion to enforcement because progress has been painfully slow.

Consumer confidence plunges as South Africa faces economic headwinds

Yogashen Pillay|Published

he latest FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index reveals a worrying decline in consumer sentiment, dropping from -10 to -13 in Q3 2025. Economists express concerns over ...

Producer prices jump 2. 1% in August on rising food and beverage inflation

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Stats SA reports a rise in producer price inflation to 2. 1% in August 2025, driven by increases in food, beverages, and tobacco products, while economists weigh ...

South Africa sees a 26% surge in agricultural exports to the US amidst tariff concerns

Yogashen Pillay|Published

South Africa's agricultural exports to the US have surged by 26%, reaching $161 million in Q2 2025, driven by a large fruit harvest and a temporary pause on tariff ...

Food basket costs edge lower but yearly increase highlights rising hunger crisis

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Despite a marginal drop in the cost of a household food basket in September, South Africans face escalating food insecurity, with civil society groups urging government ...