End of an era for historic 142-year partnership in South Africa
From 2 May, Postbank services will no longer be available at Post Office branches, marking a new era for the state-owned bank apart from its old parent.
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Edward Kieswetter’s final message to taxpayers in South Africa
Outgoing SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter says South Africans have an obligation to pay their taxes, but also have the right to demand that their hard-earned money is well spent by the state.
No evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, watchdog says
Profit margins were “broadly unchanged” between February and March, the UK’s competition watchdog says.
‘We’re in a successful band but still work jobs’
Red Rum Club lead singer Fran Doran spoke to BBC North West ahead of the local elections
Plan to use Expropriation Act for Gautrain expansion in South Africa
The expansion of South Africa’s Gautrain network is moving ahead, but the use of the Expropriation Act to acquire land along the proposed routes.
South Africa shooting itself in the foot
South Africa’s reform drive is losing steam as delays to rail and port overhauls and private-sector participation weigh on momentum.
South East Water chair resigns after critical report
It comes after a group of MPs declared that they had no confidence in the company’s leadership.
Government officials in hot water, and Ramaphosa sets the date for South Africa’s big day
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Friday, 1 May 2026.
SA’s automotive aftermarket – Future fit or left behind?
The future car parc will look very different from today’s. It will be more electrified, more connected and increasingly software-driven.
Tourists feel petrol pinch and cut down on day trips
Tourist attractions in the West report falling numbers as people spend more on essentials.
Iconic 64-year-old cereal brand apologises to South Africa
ProNutro says sorry to South Africans after a new move by the iconic 64-year-old brand sparked public outrage.
China scraps tariffs for all but one African nation
The zero-tariff regime gives China’s soft power a boost, but may lead to uneven gains, say analysts.
Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
A shortage of fertiliser due to the Iran conflict could reduce crop yields and push prices higher, says the boss of Yara.
‘There were letters I didn’t want to open’: Rise in unpaid debt court cases
The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.
Heating oil prices reached record high in NI
Data suggests prices peaked on 8 April when 500 litres cost an average of £627.
Apple hails ‘extraordinary’ iPhone demand as boss Tim Cook heads out
Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm and hand over to John Ternus.
Officials suspended over fake AI sources in government policy
The Department of Communication and Digital Technology (DCDT) and the Department of Home Affairs have suspended four officials over an ongoing snafu involving AI-generated sources in government policy.