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Put a £5 deposit on vapes to stop littering, say waste companies
The industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.

Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.

Why is Lidl opening a pub?
The debate about about what seems like a bizarre idea of having a cold pint after exploring the store’s well known middle aisle.

How much is costs to live in the small town voted as the best in South Africa
BusinessTech calculated the average cost of bond repayment, including rates and taxes, to determine how much it would cost to live in the best small town in South Africa.

Takealot’s one big advantage
Takealot has released a series of consumer insights into

The one crime people are getting away with in South Africa
The number of people convicted of commercial crimes has significantly decreased over the past two decades, even as the number of reported crimes has increased.

Double blow on the cards for South Africa
Following the SARB’s decision to hike interest rates this week, there is a chance that another hike will follow in July.

Money pumping back into South Africa
JSE CEO Valdene Reddy says that there is renewed interest in South African assets, but warns that economic growth remains weak.

Good news for anyone with an Edgars Club membership in South Africa
Edgars Club have announced a new partnership launching on 1 June 2026, allowing members access to discounted movie tickets.

The Marketing Opportunity Businesses Are Literally Walking Over
KTSA Online is helping businesses turn everyday spaces — from entrance floors to service counters — into simple but effective branding tools.

Biggest salary increase in history for Eskom employees, and task team deployed at Woolworths stores
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Sunday, 31 May 2026.

The Car Accessory That Has Quietly Become Standard in Many Vehicles
ADDO Auto specialises in premium vehicle-specific floor mats, boot liners, and interior protection designed for popular SUVs, bakkies, and passenger vehicles.

Iconic 90-year-old company in South Africa goes from hero to zero
Analysts say South African pulp and paper group Sappi risks a $2 billion debt spiral as its losses mount.

The South African man who NASA named a planet after
South African energy-engineering expert, entrepreneur, and founder, Siyabulela Xuza, has a minor planet named after him.

Most South Africans can’t afford to buy new cars
More than 90% of South Africans report that economic pressures are forcing them to keep their vehicles for longer.

A rural town in South Africa where people make R25,000 a month has higher food prices than Joburg, Durban, and Cape Town
In May 2026, a historic city in the Eastern Cape is the most expensive place among South Africa’s major towns and cities for groceries.