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Rising fuel prices set to drive up food and transport costs
Consumers may face significantly higher grocery bills and living costs from April, as anticipated fuel price increases threaten to trigger a wave of price hikes.
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Nobel economist says Middle East war unlikely to trigger 2008-scale crisis
Middle East war unlikely to trigger 2008-scale economic crisis but oil prices above $150 per barrel could cause 1973-style shock.
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Ekapa Mine: First body recovered as search continues for four missing miners
One body of five missing miners from a mudslide at Du Toitspan mine was recovered; recovery operations continue for others.
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South African housing market recovery driven by affordability rather than semigration
South Africa’s housing market improved in 2025, with national average prices rising 4.2% year-on-year, driven by affordability rather than semigration trends.
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Ramaphosa to strengthen Brazil ties on state visit
President Ramaphosa’s state visit to Brazil aims to enhance relations and explore economic opportunities, focusing on agribusiness, tourism, and trade.
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Asian markets plunge as oil soars 30% on Middle East crisis
Asian stock markets plummeted amid a 30% surge in oil prices due to escalating Middle East conflicts, prompting investor concerns about inflation and economic stability.
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Raging Middle East war threatens fuel stability and prices in South Africa
If current oil price and rand trends continue indefinitely, motorists will see a petrol increase of more than R3 and diesel going up by at least R5.
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IEA chief says plenty of oil in market despite Middle East conflict
The International Energy Agency reassures there’s plenty of oil despite Middle East conflicts, urging renewable energy focus and caution against relying on Russia.
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PAS BEKEND | Noord-Kaapse regering help Ekapa-families met geldelike bydraes
Die Noord-Kaapse regering gaan aan elke gesin van die vyf vermiste Ekapa-werkers geld skenk, asook ‘n koopbewys aan elke Ekapa-werker wat sy werk kwyt is.
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Middle East conflict disrupts Western Cape agriculture and trade
Western Cape exporters face logistical disruptions and rising costs due to the Middle East crisis, impacting agriculture and freight routes significantly.
