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.

Revolut is hiring several specialist roles across South Africa as the international banking giant prepares to officially launch in the country.

Live Well North East holds fitness classes for parents which cost £4 but offers free childcare.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Thursday, 2 April 2026.

Fines SA warns drivers to prepare for faster, automated enforcement.

Bills including council tax, water, internet and broadband have increased, as well as food and fuel.

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is seeking a buyer for one of the biggest poultry producers in South Africa that has been plagued by scandals and a business-rescue process.

The US president called on nations that need Gulf oil to take the lead to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions ‘at the click of a button’, the government said.

March saw the fastest rise in fuel prices on record in pence per litre, according to the motoring organisation.

The company’s public stock debut is set to be one of the most valuable in history, and could make Musk the world’s first trillionaire.

One live music bar firm in Glasgow says it is facing a near six-fold increase and may have to lay off staff.

Cape Town homeowners are being warned that they have until the end of April to check the valuation of their properties.

Chery will start building cars in South Africa next year after it completes the recommissioning of its new Rosslyn plan.

A restaurant in Leamington say rising costs and falling footfall are behind their decision to close.