GEPF suspends two-pot withdrawals until Oct 21 – SABC News

The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) is temporarily suspending two-pot savings withdrawals from its system for two weeks, from the 7th of October to the 21st of October. The Fund

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Minerals Council advocates for electricity grid deregulations – SABC News

President of the Minerals Council South Africa Paul Dunne has argued that the high cost of electricity is eroding the competitive advantage of the local mining industry. He says deregulating

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G20 puts energy efficiency at heart of growth and climate goals – SABC News

The G20 nations acknowledge the vital role of energy efficiency in driving sustainable growth and meeting Paris Agreement targets, as well as prioritising enhanced energy productivity and increased investment in

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Gold builds on historic rally, soars past $4 000/oz for first time – SABC News

Gold pushed through $4 000 an ounce to hit a record on Wednesday, driven by investors seeking safety from mounting economic and geopolitical uncertainty, alongside expectations of further interest rate

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Gold price nears record high of $4,000 an ounce – SABC News

Gold price has soared to a new high, reaching close to $4,000 dollars an ounce. The price of gold was at $3,974 at 6PM, as it continues to build momentum

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WTO downgrades global trade growth forecast to 0.5% for next year – SABC News

The World Trade Organization on Tuesday sharply lowered its 2026 forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth to 0.5%, citing expected delayed impacts from United States (US) President Donald Trump’s

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Poultry industry warns that US imports disadvantage local producers – SABC News

The poultry industry has cautioned that the expired African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), and the rising chicken imports from the US will disadvantage local farmers and producers. They argue

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Cosatu in WC urges provincial govt to create more jobs for residents – SABC News

Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) in the Western Cape has called on the provincial government to create more jobs for residents. The trade union federation also handed over

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SA’s summer crop planting season set for a strong start: Sihlobo – SABC News

Chief Economist at the Agriculture Business Chamber Wandile Sihlobo says the upcoming planting season promises to be favourable with above normal rainfall and promises of a good crop harvest. The

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COSATU to march against retrenchments, weak economic growth – SABC News

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in the Western Cape will march to Parliament on Tuesday against retrenchments, weak economic growth, and the rising cost of living. The

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