Category: BUSINESS
Rand weakened as dollar firms across emerging markets – SABC News
The rand is trading at R17.12 to the US dollar, R22.77 to the British pound, and R19.38 to the euro. On global markets, the euro is valued at $1.15, while
Read MoreMaimane calls for delay in implementation of fuel levy increase – SABC News
South Africans are set for a general fuel levy increase on 1 April in line with inflation. This was announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana when he was tabling this
Read MoreAustralia fuel supply strong, no plans to ration: Energy minister – SABC News
Australia’s fuel supply remains strong and there are no immediate plans to ration fuel to manage the impact of the Iran war on the nation’s supply chain, Energy Minister Chris
Read MoreConcerns raised about affordability of fuel in coming months
The Fuel Industry Association of South Africa has joined others in expressing concern about the affordability of fuel in the coming months. Motorists have been urged to avoid panic buying
Read MoreExxaro reports solid results amid 20th JSE anniversary – SABC News
Mining Company Exxaro has posted a steady set of full-year results for the financial year ending the 31st of December 2025. Despite a drop in coal export prices in the
Read MoreSALGA raises concern over new tariffs
The South African Local Government Association has raised concerns over the new electricity tariffs introduced by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa. It says the increases place a
Read MoreCT airport named best airport in Africa for 11 consecutive years – SABC News
Cape Town International Airport has once again been named the Best Airport in Africa at the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards held in London, United Kingdom. This is the 11th
Read MoreGovt slams fuel shortage rumours, urges against panic-buying
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is calling for calm following social media reports of a looming fuel shortage. The department has condemned messages urging motorists to rush to filling
Read MoreSA directly impacted by US-Israel war on Iran: Tau
Minister of Trade Industry and Competition Parks Tau says South Africa is directly impacted by the US-Israeli war on Iran. Tau was participating in an urgent debate in parliament sponsored
Read MoreEconomist warns power price increases could put jobs at risk
Economist Dr. Frederich Kirsten has warned that the increase in electricity prices may affect job security as some small business owners may struggle to keep their businesses afloat. The National
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