Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US – unless firms strike a deal
The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.
Business
New Leroy Merlin store launched in South Africa – Photos
Leroy Merlin’s new Alberton store opens with a vibrant pre-launch evening and an exclusive announcement.
JLR sees sales recover after cyber attack
Work at plants in Solihull, Halewood and outside Wolverhampton restarted in October.
Ramaphosa signs big tax changes for South Africa into law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new tax law that gives the South African Revenue Service (SARS) greater powers while also providing taxpayers with important avenues for relief.
National Minimum Wage rises this week
Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.
What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?
The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.
Easter warning for homeowners and renters in South Africa
Security and insurance experts have sent a warning to homeowners and tenants travelling over the Easter long-weekend.
FPG’s New Olive Crest Estate Raises the Bar on Secure Estate Living in Sought-After Plattekloof
On 30 April, the 59 luxury homes of a prestigious new residential estate in Plattekloof will be released to the market — and exclusive sales agents Pam Golding are expecting rapid sales based on unmet demand for quality housing in this sought-after Northern Suburbs neighbourhood.
Goodbye Edward Kieswetter – Ramaphosa appoints new SARS commissioner
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the new commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, replacing Edward Kieswetter from 1 May 2026.
Surprise roadblocks coming for South Africans – the targeted routes and what they’re looking for
South Africans are being warned that traffic police will be out in full force over the Easter weekend, with surprise raodblocks being planned.
SARS is coming hard after one group of taxpayers in South Africa next month
SARS says time is up for non-compliant trusts in South Africa, with recuring penalties kicking off in May 2026.
Top South African business news websites for March 2026
The IAB’s data for March has shown that the top-performing business news website in South Africa has more than double the pageviews of its nearest competitors.
Rough times ahead for petrol prices in South Africa
What many believed was a bad April Fool’s Day joke has proven to be a harsh reality, with early data from the Central Energy Fund suggesting a rough month ahead for fuel price recoveries.
Momentum builds at Broll Auctions ahead of third 2026 sale
On 16 April 2026, 20 properties will go under the hammer in what promises to be another exciting event.
Households in South Africa are getting hammered
The latest Cost of Living report by the Competition Commission shows water and electricity costs are running away from headline inflation, with South African households bearing the pain.