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Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.
How to turn 20 leave days into 48 days off in 2026
This is how a typical formally employed worker entitled to 20 days of annual leave can turn them into 48 days off in 2026.
Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic
Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade.
What to expect for interest rate cuts in January 2026
South Africa’s rate cutting cycle is still in full swing with economists anticipating another 50 basis points of cuts in 2026, and one more cut to follow in 2027.
Will ‘guest beer’ rules support small Scottish breweries ?
New rules mean that tenant pubs owned by bigger breweries can now sell a guest beer made by a small independent producer.
Massive payday for Ramaphosa, ministers and other politicians in South Africa
The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers has published its recommended salary hikes for South Africa’s top government officials, pushing an above-inflation increase.
The South African sector beating the USA, UK, Australia and Japan
South Africa’s listed property sector has outperformed several international markets, and is expected to deliver sustained returns for investors.
Big turn for domestic workers in South Africa
While domestic workers remain one of the most vulnerable consumer classes in South Africa, the segment has seen a remarkable turnaround over the past five years when it comes to loan defaults.
Two shopping malls being sold in South Africa’s richest city for R215 million
Accelerate Property Fund is selling two malls in Johannesburg, as its largest assets, Fourways Mall, starts showing signs of life.
‘Families can save £200 a month at community shop’
Customers say the social supermarket in North Bransholme is taking the pressure off the weekly shop.
Major South African bank buys a slice of Dubai
FirstRand, the owner of FNB and RMB, is offering good value to investors, with the company set to grow in the digital banking space after buying a slice of Dubai-based Optasia.