New type of Pick n Pay store launches in South Africa, and Ramaphosa set for NHI battle
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Saturday, 26 April 2026.
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England shirt overpriced, says £40k kits collector
Collector Les Motherby says classic England shirts are often better value than new ones.
Rescue centre facing eviction makes funding appeal
Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Northamptonshire wants to buy its own land.
A warning to anyone who owns dogs in South Africa
Homeowners with dogs are being warned of a spike in incidents involving criminals looking to break into properties.
China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US
With the price of fuel rising China’s BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.
Island’s inflation rate is 2.7%, new figures show
Statistics Jersey says there have been “sharp increases” in some energy prices.
One step forward, one step back for South Africa
South Africa’s equity market started 2026 on strong footing, but the war in Iran erased many of the early gains in the South African equity market.
Alarm bells over jet fuel supplies
Alarm bells are ringing over the uncertainty of jet fuel availability beyond May 2026. Industry leaders are warning of serious consequences for airlines, passengers, and regional economies if fuel supplies fall.
Funeral cover, terms, conditions and non-disclosure: a difficult but necessary conversation
Funeral cover is one of the most widely held insurance products in South Africa, yet it remains one of the least interrogated.
Woolworths says Chuckles is here to stay
Woolworths says that its chocolate products, including the popular Chuckles brand, will continue to be available across the country, amid reports of the liquidation of a supplier chocolatier.
Dis-Chem announces retrenchments in South Africa
South African pharmacy giant Dis-Chem has confirmed that it has initiated a Section 189 process, inviting over 500 employees to participate.
Why Two-Pot is proving more useful than many employers realise
South Africa’s Two-Pot Retirement Reform is often framed as a withdrawal story. But that lens misses the more valuable signal.
Public workers in South Africa get 4% pay hike
The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has announced a 4% pay hike for public servants, effective 1 April 2026.
Petrol price heartbreak for South Africa in May
Petrol price recoveries have reversed significantly in April, but not enough to prevent another massive hike at the pumps in May.
How Business Talk helps South African executives reach the right audience
Business Talk with Michael Avery is the unmatched choice for top executives to share their valuable insights with South Africa’s decision-makers.
How does it affect me if share prices fall?
Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.