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Criminals have a new target in South Africa
The popularity of e-hailing services such as Uber and Bolt has created a new target for criminals in South Africa.

Silver lining for braai lovers in South Africa
South Africa’s poultry industry has seen a massive rise in production, while diseases are leaving a significant mark on the beef and pork industries.

Another hammer blow for meat prices in South Africa
On top of the Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak hitting beef prices in South Africa, consumers and retailers have been warned that African Swine Fever (ASF) will hit pork prices in the coming months.

South African universities dominate in new international ranking
South African universites are comfortably the best in Africa, but there are major concerns over funding for local tertiary educations.

Almost half of South Africans who left aren’t coming back – with some earning up to R3.2 million
A new report shows that one million South Africans are now overseas, and 43% won’t ever move back.

5 countries where the rand will take you far in 2026
Here are five great countries to travel to where the rand is stronger in 2026.

It’s a bad time to braai in South Africa
The latest Braai Index for January 2026 shows both a month-on-month and year-on-year increase in the cost of hosting a braai, with economists warning that meat prices are set to keep climbing.

Another peanut butter brand pulled from shelves in South Africa
Another peanut butter brand has been pulled from shelves in South Africa, following a notable recall in 2024.

Store much cheaper than Pick n Pay and Checkers reveals big plans for South Africa
Best Before has launched nationwide courier delivery, expanding beyond its previously Gauteng-only online service.

South Africa’s military strength vs the world in 2026
This is a comparison of South Africa’s military strength to that of other countries in 2026.

The most fattening fast food meals in South Africa
Despite being packed with fat, carbs and high levels of salt, South Africans can’t get enough of fast food, with the segment growing significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns.

What you should earn to live a ‘decent’ life in South Africa
New data shows what a person needs to earn per month to live a ‘decent’ life in South Africa in 2026.

How much you must pay your domestic worker in 2026
The Department of Employment and Labour has published the latest adjustments to the National Minimum Wage, increasing the bare minimum that workers, including domestic workers, can be paid.

Another new mafia is thriving in South Africa
Mafia-style criminal groups have a new target in South Africa, and it’s worth more than rhino horn.

The successful businessman now living in Cape Town who spent 10 years in Zimbabwean prison for killing a poacher
Rusty Labuschagne was a millionaire before being wrongfully imprisoned for 10 years in Zimbabwe’s harshest prisons.

The private school in South Africa offering top education for R780 a month
Apex Education, a private school offering blended learning, charges R780 per month for school fees.

Important new laws for anyone employing a domestic worker in South Africa
Employers in South Africa face steep fines and a higher administrative burden following new changes to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.

This is how much sugar is packed into South Africa’s favourite cereals
A recent analysis of South Africa’s popular cereals reveals 13 out of 37 cereals contain 25 or more grams of sugar (per 100g).

Most expensive province to buy groceries in South Africa at the start of 2026
This is the most expensive major city in South Africa to buy food in as of January 2026.

One university in South Africa has entered the top 500 globally in new ranking
Webometrics published its 2026 global higher education ranking, listing 124 institutions from South Africa, including all 26 public universities.