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Fedhasa warns that a new collective bargaining agreement extending to all South African restaurants could force small businesses to close and cut jobs.
Gauteng 95 petrol price surges 43% in just over a year
The price of 95 unleaded petrol in Gauteng has surged by 43 percent in just over a year, reaching R30.25 per litre by October 2026.
Rand Water Warns Gauteng Municipalities Over Excessive Consumption
Rand Water has issued a formal warning to Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Emfuleni, threatening supply cuts due to water consumption exceeding licensed limits.
Godongwana expected to cut 2026 growth forecast
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to lower South Africa's 2026 economic growth forecast following the impact of the US-Iran conflict.
Godongwana faces fuel levy pressure before 2026 MTBPS
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces mounting pressure to suspend the fuel levy in the 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement to provide cost relief.
Sassa revises November grant payment schedule for elections
Sassa has updated the November 2026 social grant payment schedule in South Africa to accommodate the Local Government elections held on 4 November.
Empowering Voters: How to Shape South Africa's Urban Future Before Elections
South African voters can shape urban development and service delivery by pushing municipalities for better planning before the 2026 local elections.
South Africa to Release 2.5 Million Hectares of State Land to Black Farmers
South Africa's government will release 2.5 million hectares of state land to black farmers to address historical inequalities and boost agriculture.
South Africa's R68 Billion Illicit Trade Crisis
South Africa faces a R68 billion illicit trade crisis, impacting the economy, state revenue, and public safety. Experts warn of serious consequences if
Ramaphosa Pushes for Agricultural Transformation, Land Release for Black Farmers
President Ramaphosa is releasing 2.5 million hectares of state land to black farmers to transform agriculture, boost output, and create new commercial
Special Vote Application Deadline Looms for 2026 Local Government Elections
The application deadline for special votes for South Africa's 2026 Local Government Elections is today, October 12, 2026, at 5 pm.
Petrol could rise nearly R5/l in November
Early Central Energy Fund projections indicate that petrol prices in South Africa could increase by nearly R5 per litre in November 2026.
