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South African travellers are set for pain when travelling this Easter holiday weekend, with fuel prices set for massive increases.
MONDAY, 08 JUNE 2026, 13:49

South African travellers are set for pain when travelling this Easter holiday weekend, with fuel prices set for massive increases.

The mastermind behind one of the biggest Ponzi schemes in South Africa’s history has managed to retain his membership at one of the country’s top private schools.

South Africa’s ports—the key gateways into the country—have seen the highest number of ship dockings since 2019, recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic-related slowdowns.

While most South Africans don’t tip petrol attendants, the latest data shows that they earn above the minimum wage in South Africa.

Batches of a popular antacid are being pulled from shelves across South Africa, adding to a growing list of product recalls this year.

The latest data from Stats SA on marriages and divorces in the country shows that South Africans are losing interest in getting hitched—while divorces are on the rise.

South Africans are being warned to watch out for rising food prices as the Middle East conflict pushes up oil and logistics costs, with consumer advocates cautioning shoppers against opportunistic retailers.

New data shows that job advertisements targeting South Africans from this high-income country have almost tripled year-on-year.

Criminal syndicates are increasingly targeting South Africans during everyday activities such as visiting shopping malls, commuting, or collecting children from school.

South African passport holders can now visit 100 countries without a visa, down from 101 in January, ranking the South African passport 47th globally.

Tasha’s founder Natasha Sideris has opened a new 1970s Italian restaurant concept in Cape Town, joining a growing list of top eateries in the Mother City.

Residents of Cape Town are being warned that water restrictions could arrive earlier than expected.

BusinessTech decided to get an early jump on Easter by testing out 21 different kinds of Hot Cross Buns to find the perfect bite.

Former Stellenbosch University Chancellors Edwin Cameron and Johann Rupert say that Council Chair Nicky Newton-King should not be considered for re-election.

Maison Deux, the new luxury concept space in Johannesburg, is home to the first designer café in Africa—Marc’s by Marc Jacobs.

This is the most expensive major city in South Africa to buy food in as of the end of February 2026.

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) issued a recall notice for baby formula—the second recall this year.

There are over 1 million South African emigrants across the world, but many still miss local brands not available overseas.

The latest Braai Index shows an upward turn in the price of the basket, meaning pain before the coals in South Africa.

South African passport holders can visit 100 countries visa-free, including Brazil, Egypt, Argentina, Hong Kong, and Fiji.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning about severe thunderstorms expected to hit large parts of South Africa.