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12+ hour ago (23+ words) The Citizen Hyundai Automotive South Africa (HASA) officially opened a commercial vehicle assembly plant, as part of a multi-million rand investment in…...
Ugu office in Oslo Beach temporarily closed
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (167+ words) The Citizen The Ugu District Municipality Customer Services Centre in Oslo Beach is temporarily closed to facilitate planned refurbishment aimed at enhancing the facility for both customers and employees. However, the Herald received information that the building has been deemed…...
R1???Trillion Infrastructure Plan must anchor SA's new Industrial era, Ramaphosa says
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (551+ words) Speaking at the SEIFSA Presidential Business Breakfast, Ramaphosa said that with more than 1,300 member companies, SEIFSA represents an industrial capability of immense strategic importance to the country. Picture: Screengrab President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that South Africa’s R1‑trillion infrastructure programme…...
Despite June 30 demonstrations, unemployment climbs to 33.6% as Gauteng sheds 22 000 jobs
5+ day, 47+ min ago (133+ words) South Africa’s official unemployment rate increased to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2026, up 0.9 of a percentage point from 32.7% in the previous quarter. The number of unemployed people rose by 345 000 to 8.5m, while the number of employed people fell by 16 000 to 16.7m. This…...
Is owning a home really a distant dream for South Africans? Here is why industry insiders say no
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (887+ words) Sponsored by Jarryd Westerdale There are barriers but home ownership doesn’t have to be a distant dream. Picture: iStock Many South Africans are feeling increasingly disconnected from the dream of owning their own property, but knowing how, when, and where…...
Hair industry compliance drive in Amanzimtoti draws big numbers
1+ week, 4+ day ago (233+ words) HAIR and beauty salon owners from across Amanzimtoti came out in large numbers to attend eThekwini Municipality’s Hair and Beauty Salon Businesses Registration Programme at the Amanzimtoti Civic Centre recently. Also read: Go from good hair to great hair by…...
Fewer people and businesses are losing everything to debt, new data shows
1+ week, 5+ day ago (236+ words) Statistics South Africa has brought back its monthly debt reports, showing that fewer people and local businesses went completely broke in the first half of this year compared to last year. The number of individuals declaring bankruptcy dropped, while company…...
Founders Hub launched in eMalahleni to support local entrepreneurs
2+ week, 4+ day ago (190+ words) Women in eMalahleni recently came together at a local restaurant to witness the launch of the Founders Hub, an initiative aimed at creating a community where founders gather, learn, collaborate, and genuinely support one another’s growth. According to Nompumelelo Mondlane,…...
Debt-burdened households hit 5-year stress peak in SA - LNN
2+ week, 6+ day ago (571+ words) More than 70% of South Africans are experiencing severe financial anxiety, according to a major annual survey. The 2026 Money-Stress Tracker, published by DebtBusters, has laid bare the mounting toll soaring everyday expenses take on families. Now in its fifth year, the…...
New property rates increase sparks affordability concerns
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (839+ words) The Tshwane Metro has defended its decision to implement a 5% property rate increase for the 2026/27 financial year, saying the adjustment is necessary to maintain infrastructure and ensure the municipality remains financially sustainable. However, opposition parties have criticised the increase, arguing…...