Soaring heating oil bills ‘pressuring’ finances
People in south-west England say the cost could be the “straw that breaks the camel’s back”.
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PM says UK working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
It comes after President Trump urged the UK and other countries to send warships to protect the vital shipping channel.
Why the Iran war dollar surge could reverse South Africa’s rand rally and what forex traders should do next
South African markets can feel calm one week and then flip the next, especially when global conflict suddenly drives investors into the US dollar.
Rand getting hammered
The South African rand has come under more pressure as global markets react to rising geopolitical tensions and surging oil prices.
Cheapest bank accounts in South Africa – Absa vs Capitec vs FNB vs Nedbank vs Standard Bank
The Solidarity Research Institute’s latest banking charges report for 2026 reveals which accounts are most affordable for entry, mid, and top-level customers.
How a charity founded by farmers’ wives helps children in the Borders
The Borders group, set up to help youngsters in “dire need”, says demand for its services is still high.
End of an era for private school giant in South Africa worth R21 billion
AdvTech is undergoing a series of brand changes, with the group highlighting its global presence.
Good news for interest rate cuts in South Africa – but there’s a big catch
Inflation expectations in South Africa have reached a record low, but question marks over the conflict in the Middle East raise questions over its path.
Here is the expected petrol price for April
Motorists are in for a world of pain in April, with mid-month data from the CEF pointing to prices back over R24 a litre.
Australian mining giant shuts down international operation after failed talks with Eskom
South32 is placing the Mozal Aluminium smelter under care and maintenance after failing to negotiate a new electricity pricing deal.
Standard Bank invests R1 billion to enhance online banking for business clients
Standard Bank has invested R1 billion to enhance its online banking platform, strengthening digital banking experience for Business and Commercial Banking (BCB) clients.
United States launches investigation into South Africa
The United States Trade Representative has launched an investigation into South Africa and 59 other countries to determine whether they engage in “unfair trade”.