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Petrol prices in South Africa have come down significantly since the formation of the Government of National Unity in 2024.
The central bank’s 3% to 6% inflation target hasn’t been changed since it was introduced in 2000. Its governor, Lesetja ...
Governor Lesetja Kganyago says the Reserve Bank’s fight against inflation is starting to yield positive outcomes, bringing about relief for consumers facing economic pressures. Kganyago led the SARB ...
South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said he is waiting for a report on the country’s inflation-targeting ...
New passenger car sales reached 31,741 units in May, up 30% from 24,419 units in May 2024. Light commercial vehicles, ...
The real interest rate remains far too high to spur meaningful capital investment by South Africa’s private sector, despite ...
Agriculture bloomed in the three months under review, giving the economy a massive lifeline of 15%, but chronic challenges in ...
South Africa's GDP growth has slowed to 0. 1% in the first quarter of 2025, raising concerns among economists. Key sectors, ...
Rand strength and falling crude oil prices contribute to cuts, but increases in the general fuel levy temper the benefit.
Despite high hopes for improved GDP in 2025, the picture of the first quarter GDP does not offer much hope for economic ...
EFF statement on the First Quarter of 2025 Economic Growth Report by Stats SA. 3 June 2025. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes the first quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP ...
Property sector leaders criticise SARB's 25 basis point interest rate cut, arguing it fails to provide the necessary stimulus ...