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Image: Supplied Just as domestic petrol and diesel prices hit record highs, early under-recovery data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) is warning of a massive R4,60/litre hike in November. Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop notes that the primary driver remains persistent pressure on global Brent crude prices, which continue to hover above $100 a barrel, far higher than pre-Iran War levels of $65. "Combined with rand weakness, this heralds further large fuel price incr

Image: courtesy of motorpress South Africa's new vehicle market maintained its impressive momentum in June, recording its strongest June sales performance since 2007 despite mounting economic headwinds. According to The Automotive Business Council, naamsa, aaggregate domestic new vehicle sales reached 54 482 units, representing an increase of 15,3% increase from the 47 269 units sold in June 2025. Meanwhile, export volumes continued to soften, declining 6,9% year-on-year to 3

Image: courtesy of FF Plus The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) has noted with concern the latest findings by the African Development Bank indicating that Morocco overtook South Africa in 2025 as Africa’s most industrialised economy. While South Africa remains a significant industrial powerhouse on the continent, this development confirms the country’s continuing decline in industrial competitiveness. Years of unreliable electricity supply, state corruption, policy uncertainty, o

Image: courtesy of motorpress Getting approved for vehicle finance can feel like the hardest part is over. In reality, approval marks the beginning of a financial commitment that will shape your budget for the next five or six years, and in some cases, longer. Understanding what you are agreeing to before you sign a vehicle finance agreement (VAF) is not just good practice; it is one of the most important financial decisions you will make. Finance approval confirms that you

Image: courtesy of theprmachine Today sees the launch of STECO power tools ' Hybrid Craftsman' campaign, that sees Andre Esterhuizen - South Africa's first hybrid rugby player - in the starring role. John Stevens, RYOBI Africa and STECO CEO says, 'The Shark's captain and Springbok utility back has been moulded by coach Rassie Erasmus into the world's first hybrid player; essentially he is versatile enough to perform at the highest level, globally, as both a back and a forward

Image: Supplied Gold buyers across South Africa are reporting unprecedented demand as record-high gold prices prompt a wave of selling. With gold currently trading between R82,500 and R84,500 per troy ounce, and 1oz Krugerrands fetching upwards of R83,000, South Africans are seizing the opportunity to get cash for gold they've held for years. The Gold Avenue, a leading gold buyer based in Johannesburg, has seen a significant increase in clients selling gold jewellery and lo

Image: Supplied South Africa's new vehicle market has carried its positive 2025 performance into the new year, with January sales confirming that the industry’s upward trajectory remains on track. The market recorded 50,073 sales for the month, up 7.5% on January 2025 according to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council. This represents a more moderate growth rate than the 10.4% increase recorded in January 2025, suggesting the market is transitioning from rapid recovery t

Image: Supplied Global Immigration Partners, a leading U.S. immigration law firm, has released a comprehensive analysis outlining critical trends and strategic considerations shaping the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program in 2026. The firm’s latest insights reflect the continued evolution of the program under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) and growing global investor demand. According to Global Immigration Partners, 2026 is expected to be a pivotal year for EB-5 invest