Economy
Mzansi Inflation Hits Two-Year High, Fuel Costs Soar
South African families are grappling with a significant increase in the cost of living, as consumer inflation …
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31 articlesEconomy coverage from Johannesburg, National — PR Africa
Economy
Financial Stress Plagues South African Workforce, Hurting Productivity
The South African workforce is grappling with significant financial stress, leading to increased absenteeism a…
Economy
Anti-Migrant Actions Threaten South Africa's Economic Stability
Anti-migrant actions across South Africa are significantly impacting the national economy, threatening investo…
Economy
Absa PMI Drop Signals South Africa's Economic Downturn in June
South Africa's economy experienced a significant downturn in June, marked by a sharp drop in the Absa Purchasi…
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South Africa SEZs Drive Job Creation and Manufacturing Revival
South Africa's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are emerging as a critical instrument for the country's economic …
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World Bank Highlights South Africa's SEZs for Jobs and Economic Growth
A recent World Bank study, highlighted by IOL, identifies South Africa's Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as a si…
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South Africa Economic Collapse: Local Woes Impact Jobs, Services
South Africa's economy is facing a tough reality, with IOL reporting a 'structural collapse' at the local leve…
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South Africa Mining Investment Shortfall Threatens Economic Growth
South Africa's mining sector faces significant investment shortfalls due to policy and capital delays, hinderi…
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South Africa and Tunisia Boost Trade and Tech Cooperation
South Africa and Tunisia are expanding economic cooperation, with a focus on trade and technology, a move anti…
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South Africa's GDP Growth Masks Persistent Household Economic Strain
Despite South Africa's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showing growth, many families are battling severe financia…
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Stats SA Reveals May 2026 Economic Performance for South Africa
Statistics South Africa's 'Economic wrap-up for May 2026' offers crucial insights into the nation's financial …
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SA and Kenya Forge Stronger Strategic Partnership for Economic Growth
South Africa and Kenya are actively pursuing a strengthened strategic partnership, a development initiated dur…
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South Africa Agricultural Exports Surge 11% in Early 2026
South Africa's agricultural exports experienced an 11 percent increase at the beginning of 2026, signaling eco…
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South Africa Maintains Low Food Inflation Amid Global Price Hikes
South Africa is successfully maintaining low food inflation, providing crucial consumer relief despite increas…
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Spaza Shops Drive South Africa's Economy, Offer Crucial Consumer Access
Moneyweb highlights the critical role of South Africa's informal economy, particularly Spaza Shops South Afric…
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1,540 South African Businesses Face Insolvency by 2026, Threatening Jobs
A new report by Insurance Biz projects 1,540 South African business insolvencies by 2026. This forecast raises…
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South Africa Fuel Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
South African households and businesses are facing immense financial pressure as fuel prices surge, a direct c…
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South African Importers Face Mandatory Certificate of Conformity Requirement from 20 September 2026
South African importers of solar PV, furniture, cosmetics, toys, and electrical goods from China face new mand…
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Middle East Tensions Impact South Africa's Business Confidence
Global instability in the Middle East is causing a noticeable dip in South African business confidence. This m…
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South Africa Local Governance Crucial for Economic Future
Local municipalities are foundational to South Africa's economic future, directly influencing national develop…
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South Africa Manufacturing Slump Threatens Jobs and Economic Stability
South Africa's manufacturing sector is experiencing a significant downturn, posing a threat to the nation's ec…
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South Africa Faces Economic Instability Amidst Rising Living Costs
South Africa is currently experiencing significant economic instability, marked by increasing living costs, pe…
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South African Steel Industry Urged to Collaborate for Economic Growth
The South African steel industry faces a critical juncture, with calls for collaboration replacing traditional…
Economy
South Africa's Hidden Economic Asset Set to Ignite Growth and Jobs
South Africa is poised for significant economic growth and investment with the revelation of a previously unde…
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US-Iran Ceasefire Boosts South Africa's Economy: Fuel Prices Set to Drop
A recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran is poised to bring significant economic relief to South …
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Beyond Government Grants: How Private Sector Innovation is Forging New Pathways Out of South Africa's Unemployment Abyss
As South Africa grapples with a stubbornly high unemployment rate, particularly among its youth, the private s…
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Rand Regains Footing: Stabilisation Hints at Renewed Investor Confidence Amidst Economic Headwinds
The South African rand is showing signs of stabilisation, bolstering investor confidence after a period of vol…
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Powering a New Dawn: How South Africa Finally Extinguished Eskom's Load-Shedding Nightmare
After more than a decade of crippling power cuts, South Africa has declared an end to load-shedding, marking a…
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Road to Recovery: South Africa's 2025 GDP Growth Hinges on Ambitious Infrastructure Push
South Africa's economic trajectory for 2025 is increasingly tied to a robust infrastructure investment drive, …
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Small Businesses in Joburg Grapple with Load Shedding and Rising Costs
Johannesburg's small business sector is facing an uphill battle, contending with the twin challenges of persis…
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Rand Strengthens as SARB Holds Interest Rates Steady, Boosting Investor Confidence
The South African Reserve Bank's decision to maintain current interest rates has provided a much-needed boost …
