13 June 2025
South Africa’s Economy Faces Serious Challenges
Following an already disappointing start to the year with flatlining economic growth in the first quarter, the latest figures released on Tuesday, 10 June, indicate ...
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12 June 2025
Key Change Announced by SARS Ahead of 2025 Tax Season
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially discontinued the use of printed and posted system-generated letters, marking a permanent shift to fully digital engagement ...
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12 June 2025
Concerns Raised About Smartphone Access for SASSA Grants in 2025
The introduction of new smartphone verification protocols for the 2025 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has triggered significant criticism from both opposition political parties ...
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11 June 2025
Branch Reductions and Closures Hit Major South African Banks
The South African retail banking sector continues to reduce its physical footprint across the country, responding to an increasing shift by customers towards digital and ...
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10 June 2025
Taxpayers in South Africa Face Steep Fines or Jail for Non-Payment
South African taxpayers have been strongly urged to comply in full with the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) directives or risk facing harsh consequences. These ...
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6 June 2025
Rand Holds Below R18 Despite Marginal 0.1% GDP Growth in Q1
By midday on Wednesday, the South African rand was holding its ground at approximately R17.83 to the US dollar. It continued to trade within a ...
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6 June 2025
South Africans Celebrate R2.90 Petrol Price Drop
Over the past year, motorists in South Africa have experienced ongoing relief at the fuel pumps, as petrol prices have cumulatively dropped by a total ...
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5 June 2025
Job Loss Threat Looms for 111,000 Women and 70,000 White Men in SA
The Solidarity Research Institute (SRI) has issued a warning that recently introduced legislative changes may result in the loss of employment for an estimated 111,000 ...
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4 June 2025
June 2025 SASSA Child Grants to be Paid Out This Week
All the essential information concerning the SASSA Children’s grants for June 2025 has now been made available, with payments scheduled to begin on Thursday, 5 ...
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3 June 2025
New Fuel Taxes Take Hold as State Company Faces Major Financial Crisis
After a period of relative strength and gains, the South African rand saw a drop in value by the end of trading on Friday. Despite ...
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29 May 2025
Why Your SASSA Grant Might Not Arrive on Time This June
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that more than 210,000 grant recipients will experience payment delays in June. This disruption will affect ...
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28 May 2025
More Than 440,000 Jobs Slashed in Critical South African Sector
Gold mining was once the foundation of South Africa’s economic growth, powering national development for much of the 20th century. Over the last several decades, ...
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28 May 2025
Double Trouble Ahead for Petrol Costs in South Africa
South African drivers are facing increased financial pressure after the National Treasury announced a hike in fuel taxes this week. This announcement comes at a ...
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27 May 2025
What to Expect from the June 2025 SASSA Old-Age Grant
The payment schedule for the June 2025 SASSA Old-Age Grants has now been confirmed, with disbursements set to begin on Tuesday 6 June 2025. This ...
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26 May 2025
Taxpayers Exempt from Filing a Return in 2025
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially published details regarding the upcoming 2025 tax season, including comprehensive guidance on final submission deadlines and the ...
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24 May 2025
5 Crucial Insights from Budget 3.0
On Wednesday, 21 May, South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, presented the third revision of the 2025 National Budget Speech. This updated address introduced several ...
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24 May 2025
South African Social Grants Set for Major Update
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has introduced a revised approach to the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, with a renewed focus on aligning the grant ...
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24 May 2025
How to Claim Your Share of R89 Billion in Unclaimed South African Benefits
Although the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has not released an updated figure for the estimated R89 billion in unclaimed financial assets, professionals in the ...
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24 May 2025
No Double Grants in June, Says SASSA
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has firmly dismissed widespread claims circulating that grant beneficiaries will receive double payments in June, firmly labelling such ...
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23 May 2025
South Africa May See Interest Rate Cut Amid Falling Inflation
With the ongoing decrease in the cost of living, many analysts are now predicting that an interest rate reduction could be on the horizon. This ...
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24 May 2025
South Africa Faces New Employment Setbacks
South Africa’s upcoming employment figures are expected to reflect unfavourable trends, according to economists who caution that continued economic underperformance and a surge of new ...
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18 May 2025
Crisis Facing Domestic Workers in South Africa
During the first quarter of 2025, the employment situation for domestic workers in South Africa worsened notably, as recent labour statistics from Statistics South Africa ...
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25 May 2025
Vehicle Recalls Hit 7 Major Car Brands in South Africa
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued an urgent recall affecting several vehicle brands and models that were sold in South Africa. This action follows ...
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18 May 2025
Major South African Banks Face Scrutiny Over Fees
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has officially confirmed that the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) is currently carrying out a formal investigation into how major South ...
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25 May 2025
South African Airports Set to Phase Out Traditional Travel Documents
Airports around the world, including those in South Africa, may soon see a major shift in how passengers travel. A new set of international regulations ...
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14 May 2025
Warning Issued Over Widespread Banking Scam in South Africa
The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) has issued a fresh warning to the South African public regarding a highly deceptive scam currently circulating across ...
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18 May 2025
Caution for South Africans Buying Property in Security Estates
There has been a noticeable increase in demand for homes located within security estates and sectional title developments across South Africa. Industry professionals have cautioned ...
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18 May 2025
Budget 3.0 Ends VAT Deadlock, Earning Market Approval
South Africa’s currency continued to gain ground, trading below the R18.50 mark following confirmation from the National Treasury that it would present a revised version ...
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23 May 2025
Payment Delays for Certain SASSA Grants in May During Verification Checks
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that there will be a delay in the disbursement of May 2025 social grant payments for ...
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14 May 2025
Official Petrol Price for May Announced
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has released the official adjustments to South Africa’s fuel prices, which will take effect from Wednesday, 7 ...
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14 May 2025
Brace Yourself: The Rand Is in for a Rough Ride
South Africa’s currency, the rand, has been making notable gains after recently plummeting to a historic low earlier in the month. However, financial analysts caution ...
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18 May 2025
Think Twice Before Tossing Your Expired Licence in 2025
South African motorists are being strongly advised by traffic authorities to retain their expired driving licences during 2025 to avoid facing avoidable penalties. This advice ...
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4 May 2025
The True Impact of the VAT Hike Is Greater Than Expected
A 0.5 percentage point increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT) has an immediate and noticeable negative effect on South African households, as the prices of goods, ...
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18 May 2025
Inflation Hits Lowest Point in Nearly Five Years
The rate of inflation in South Africa moderated significantly in March, reaching its slowest pace in almost five years, and slipping below the lower threshold ...
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4 May 2025
Arcadia Finance on HelloPeter – Here’s What You Should Know
If you’ve been searching for Arcadia Finance HelloPeter, chances are you’re doing your homework before making a financial decision — and that’s always a wise ...
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23 May 2025
Major Change in Interest Rate Forecasts for South Africa
A growing number of economists are now altering their projections for South Africa’s interest rate trajectory, moving towards the expectation of an extended holding pattern. ...
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6 May 2025
SA Reserve Bank Cautions on Extended High Interest Rates
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has issued a warning that borrowing costs globally are likely to remain elevated for a longer period than previously ...
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6 May 2025
Fast-Track Your Smart ID Application at These 30 South African Banks
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is intensifying its efforts to phase out the traditional green barcoded ID book, promoting the more secure and modern ...
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23 May 2025
Predictions for South Africa’s Interest Rates Next Month
The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which is scheduled to convene towards the end of May, is widely expected to maintain interest ...
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25 April 2025
SASSA Advises Banking Shift After Black Card Suspension
Grant recipients who have not yet transitioned from their South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) gold cards to the newly introduced black Postbank cards are ...
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25 April 2025
Are SASSA Old Age Grants Being Discontinued This May?
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has firmly rejected widespread false social media posts suggesting that the Old Age Grant will be discontinued in ...
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19 April 2025
South Africa Sees Spike in Arrivals from These 5 Countries
Recent findings from a collaborative analysis by Discovery Bank and Visa indicate that growing numbers of foreign nationals from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Canada, ...
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20 April 2025
Fresh Trouble on the Horizon for South Africa
Several economists have raised serious doubts about the South African government’s economic growth projections for the year 2025, cautioning that both international and domestic economic ...
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26 April 2025
Credit Card Use Sees Sharp 43% Rise in South Africa
Standard Bank has revealed that it experienced a substantial 43% year-on-year increase in new credit card acquisitions over the past 12 months. This sharp rise ...
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20 April 2025
Arcadia Finance: Trustpilot Glows Green with Positive Reviews
Arcadia Finance, a leading South African loan comparison platform, is celebrating a significant customer service milestone this week, as its Trustpilot rating reaches green status. ...
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26 April 2025
Analysts Predict Potential Rand Decline to R22 to the Dollar
The South African rand has come under significant pressure, with concerns over the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU) undermining the local currency. ...
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20 April 2025
The Issue of Falsified Credentials in South Africa’s Public Sector
The ongoing issue of individuals presenting falsified or misrepresented academic qualifications in South Africa has become a critical concern, revealing deep-rooted flaws in the recruitment ...
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20 April 2025
Financial Warning Issued to Struggling South African Businesses
Companies attempting to misuse South Africa’s business rescue legislation as a strategy to delay paying outstanding debts are facing increased scrutiny from the judiciary. The ...
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20 April 2025
How US Tariff Policies Under Trump May Influence South Africa’s Economy
In a renewed push to prioritise domestic trade under a nationalistic policy agenda, United States President Donald Trump will be imposing additional tariffs on exports ...
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20 April 2025
Experts Warn of Imminent Tax System Strain in South Africa
The most recent tax data reveals a stark imbalance in South Africa’s revenue system. Of the 14.45 million registered taxpayers, just 3.94% are responsible for ...
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24 April 2025
Month of May Brings Fuel Price Hike Concerns
After two months of petrol and diesel price reductions in South Africa, the outlook for May has taken a concerning turn. Early indications suggest that ...
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14 May 2025
AI-Powered Payment Scams on the Rise in South Africa
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged as a powerful tool for modern scammers operating within South Africa’s payments landscape. While AI holds significant promise for ...
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13 April 2025
Gold Cards to Remain in Use, Says SASSA
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has expressed its approval following the recent decision by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to allow the ...
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4 May 2025
High Food Prices Deepen Financial Strain for South Africans
A 40-year-old resident of Mankweng in Limpopo, currently spends between R1 500 and R1 700 on groceries each month—almost double the amount she was paying ...
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