The debate over the future of South Africa’s Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is gaining fresh attention as the National Treasury considers major changes that could reshape how the …
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Eskom Legal Challenge and Private Electricity Trading in South Africa: Impact on Market Reform and Investment
Eskom Holdings SOC Limited, South Africa’s state-owned electricity giant, has come under scrutiny for giving mixed signals about its legal challenge to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) …
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Sassa Urges Calm as January 2026 Grants Roll Out
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has announced the payment schedule for its first social grants of 2026, urging beneficiaries to remain calm and avoid rushing to payment points …
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South Africa’s Economy Shows Signs of Recovery, Says Ramaphosa
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has sent a hopeful message to South Africans as the country steps into January 2026, expressing confidence that the nation and its economy are moving in a …
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Stronger Rand, Lower Oil, but Higher Fuel Costs for Motorists
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminIn spite of setbacks recorded in 2025, both in local and global markets, motorists have ended the year only slightly worse off when it comes to fuel prices. The year …
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SARS to Track South Africans’ Foreign Properties Under New Global Tax Deal
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminSouth Africa’s tax authority, the South African Revenue Service (SARS), is set to gain unprecedented access to information about offshore properties owned by South African taxpayers. This development follows a …
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Menlyn Property Market Shift R850m Office-to-Apartment Redevelopment
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminSouth Africa’s property market is seeing a major shift as leading players Pareto and Divercity Urban Property Group move ahead with an R850 million residential redevelopment in Menlyn, Pretoria. The …
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Checkers Tops Media Sentiment Ranking Ahead of SA Retail Rivals
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminIn the last three months, Checkers has emerged as the South African retailer with the most positive media coverage, beating major competitors such as Spar, Pick n Pay, and Woolworths. …
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UK Considers Extending $1 Billion Debt Guarantee to Support South Africa’s Green Energy Transition
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminThe United Kingdom may extend a $1 billion (about R17 billion) debt guarantee to South Africa as part of efforts to help the country shift to cleaner energy. The guarantee, …
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South African Rand Falls as Investors Await Key Economic Data
The South African rand weakened in early trading on Tuesday as investors awaited the release of key domestic economic indicators that could provide fresh insight into the country’s financial outlook. …