The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.

Former Andre de Ruyter has warned that Eskom is fully aware that South Africa is heading toward a crisis unless urgent action is taken—and the time to act is now.

GoTyme CEO Cheslyn Jacobs says that fraudsters are relentless in South Africa, with billions lost each year.

The average age of a first-time buyer in England has risen from 29 to 34.

Homes for Wells provides rented accommodation to 47 families for about 80% of market rate.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that a new Basic Income Support (BIS) grant—an overhaul of the R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant—will be a jobseeker’s grant.

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.

The latest data from Stats SA on marriages and divorces in the country shows that South Africans are losing interest in getting hitched—while divorces are on the rise.

The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.

South Africans are being warned to watch out for rising food prices as the Middle East conflict pushes up oil and logistics costs, with consumer advocates cautioning shoppers against opportunistic retailers.

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

Engela van Loggerenberg is the Director of Finance at Cash Converters Southern Africa and is personally a co-owner of three Cash Converters stores.