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Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Monday, 27 October 2025.
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Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Monday, 27 October 2025.

Business insurance needs to cover everything that keeps your business running.

The latest inflation data has suprised to the downside, with Bank of America looking expecting another interest rate cut in 2026.

The industrial action against the company’s operation in Sweden has reached its second anniversary.

BusinessTech’s food basket comparison shows the cheapest retailer for basic groceries at the end of October 2025.

US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.

New data shows that executive pay is on the rebound after a slow 2024. However, one position has seen a significant increase and could soon match or surpass that of CEOs.

South African households are dumping DStv as more affordable and convenient streaming services gain traction.

Central Park City has launched in Joburg, with the mixed-use development offering housing units complemented by retail offerings.

After months of anxiety among South African fruit producers over US tariffs, China has stepped in to provide a much-needed lifeline for the country’s farmers.

DStv owner Canal+ is already in trouble in South Africa, with the Competition Commission reportedly investigating its latest move to cut costs.