Halifax describes the figure as a “milestone”, and potentially daunting for first-time buyers.

Rio Tinto has pulled the plug on a deal to acquire Glecnore, with the mining companies unable to agree terms.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 6 February 2026.

While lower petrol prices in South Africa are great news for motorists, the impact on inflation is limited because half the price goes to tax—and another tax hike may be coming.

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.

The steps to bolster Canada’s auto industry come as Trump’s tariffs strain the sector and threaten jobs.

Shares in the tech giant fell in after hours trade as investors appeared wary of the sector’s big spending plans.

The price of the digital currency has dropped significantly despite President Donald Trump’s public support.

Seventy workers at the Staffordshire site were put on temporary leave last year due to slow demand.

Some 109 jobs will be cut at the company’s headquarters and distribution centre in Scotland.

An international giant has broken ground on a R2 billion investment in South Africa, a new malting facility in the best-run municipality in Gauteng.

The steel structure was lowered into place at the new reservoir in a 72-hour continuous operation.

The Super Group is moving into mining with the acquistion of the DIG Group of companies, with R448 million of cash up-front and possible future payments.

Safe Hands collapsed in 2022, leaving 46,000 customers without the funeral plans they had paid for.

Boksburg Lake, a once bustling recreational hub with boating, fishing, and swimming, has become a polluted mess despite millions spent on it.