South Africa Economy
South Africa Economy
South Africa Economy
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Fuel relief welcomed, but political parties split on budget’s economic impact
Finance minister offers temporary fuel levy cuts until January 2027, but political parties remain divided over weak economic growth projections.
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What you can expect from the Finance Minister’s mini-budget
Finance minister Enoch Godongwana will table the medium-term budget policy statement on Wednesday with expected improvements in budget figures.
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Political parties call for fuel relief, job creation ahead of mid-term budget
Political parties want finance minister to cut fuel prices, create jobs and curb wasteful spending when he tables mid-term budget Wednesday.
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Parliament demands R10 billion fuel relief reaches consumers at the pumps
Select Committee on Appropriations concludes hearings on R10 billion fuel-relief allocation, calling for measurable relief and transparent oversight mechanisms.
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South Africa’s economy shrinks ahead of local elections
South Africa’s economy shrank in the second quarter, ending two years of growth as opposition demands urgent reforms ahead of elections.
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DA calls for private operators to take over rail freight amid Transnet’s R353-billion economic damage
DA urges private concessions to operate South Africa’s freight rail network after Transnet’s failures cost economy R353-billion in 2023.
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Middle East conflict exposes costly price of South Africa’s Iran alignment
Following the launch of Operation Midnight Fury on 28 February, escalating conflict in the Middle East has triggered global market turbulence with immediate consequences for South Africa.
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Rand strengthens as South Africa’s economy recovers: Ramaphosa delivers 2026 SONA
Ramaphosa’s 2026 SONA at Cape Town City Hall highlights rand growth, job creation, crime reduction, and solutions for water shortages.
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Davos opens under shadow of wealth inequality, South Africa to pitch reform success
Davos 2026 highlights the World Economic Forum’s focus on responsible innovation and economic growth among global leaders.
