
Eight-year driver’s licence still coming for South Africa, and warning to people drinking alcohol over Easter
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Saturday, 4 April 2026.
SATURDAY, 04 APRIL 2026, 09:41

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Saturday, 4 April 2026.

The latest Braai Index shows that prices for South Africa’s favourite pastime have eased ever so slightly—but April’s fuel price spike is coming to spoil the party.

The age at which people can start receiving the state pension is going up in stages over the next two years.

The new Marc Jacobs Café in Hyde Park Corner, Johannesburg, officially opened its doors to South Africans on Friday, 27 March 2026, a first of its kind in the country and on the continent.

No shortage but Aurigny is spending 120% more on fuel than it was prior to the war, its boss says.

According to the Reserve Bank, gambling revenue has spiked massively in South Africa over the past decade, but households aren’t spending as much as the shocking figures imply.

Employers added 178,000 jobs, far more than had expected, the Labor Department says.

South Africans have been told to not store fuel at their homes, as it can contains fire, health, and environmental damage.

The EFF now have a role on the Gauteng Provincial Government, with oversight over the province’s finances.

Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Employment Survey reveals which government jobs are paying the highest average salary in the country.

The South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) has thrown its weight behind the appointment of Dr Ngobani Makhubu as the new SARS commissioner.
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 3 April 2026.

Another important country has joined the chorus of travel warnings to its citizens travelling to South Africa.

The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.

Leroy Merlin’s new Alberton store opens with a vibrant pre-launch evening and an exclusive announcement.

Work at plants in Solihull, Halewood and outside Wolverhampton restarted in October.

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.

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.

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

Security and insurance experts have sent a warning to homeowners and tenants travelling over the Easter long-weekend.

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.