Ashley Lechman

Multimedia Journalist

Official: South African fuel prices drop across the board for March

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The department said that the adjustments were due to lower average oil prices when compared to the previous period, as well as a stronger rand against the dollar, ...

NEASA slams Labour Department over 'aggressive' audit practices

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The National Employers' Association of South Africa has raised serious concerns over aggressive audit practices by firms appointed by the Department of Employment ...

South African households struggle with rising cost pressures amid inflation

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February's Household Affordability Index raises concerns as South Africans brace for fuel price hikes and increasing living costs.

South African households face rising cost pressures

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South African consumers face mounting pressure as inflation continues its upward trend, while the latest Household Affordability Index reveals mixed outcomes for ...

Kalahari Group: driving change in the Northern Cape automotive industry

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Walter Modise, the founder of Kalahari Group, has meticulously crafted a business that prioritises quality, customer satisfaction, and community development.

FNB expands partnership with Pick n Pay, naming it as eBucks’ primary retail partner

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The bank’s retail and commercial customers will all earn up to 30% of their spend back in eBucks when using Pick n Pay’s asap! on-demand delivery service, and up ...

iStore South Africa launches sale of iPhone 16e

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In a bid to make the iPhone 16e purchase more accessible, iStore unveiled enticing trade-in offers.

From rural village to fashion success: DUT student's entrepreneurial journey

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From humble beginnings in rural Impendle to winning international competitions, DUT student Luyanda Majozi's streetwear brand Enigmatic Cotton is revolutionising ...

Earn massive UCount rewards as Standard Bank partners with Shoprite Group

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Africa’s biggest bank and Africa’s biggest retailer have teamed up to offer customers Africa’s biggest grocery rewards.

Household food affordability shows slight decline but struggles persist for low-income families

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This month’s release of the Household Affordability Index reveals a modest drop in food prices, yet for countless South Africans, the battle against hunger remains ...

SA rand makes slight gain against US dollar

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Ancho Capital said that markets were weighed down by losses in technology and mining sector stocks.

African Development Bank and Standard Bank unite to support SMMEs and boost trade

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The agreement includes a R3. 6 billion investment in a social bond and a $200 million Risk Participation Agreement (RPA) for Standard Bank of South Africa Limited ...

Stor-Age delivers positive operational performance

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The portfolio achieved an average rental rate increase of 4. 1% year-on-year.

Sasol reports challenging financial results as revenues decline

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Sasol’s latest financial results reveal a steep decline in revenue and earnings, as the energy powerhouse faces persistent market challenges.

Eskom eases load shedding from stage 6 to 4

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South Africa got some slight relief on Monday after Eskom announced the end of stage 6 load shedding, lowering the level to stage 4.

SA’s energy crisis returns as Eskom plunges nation back into stage 6 load shedding

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South Africa's brief respite from power cuts ends as Eskom implements Stage 6 load shedding following multiple generation unit failures at major power stations. ...

Proposed VAT increase could push South Africans deeper into debt crisis

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Financial experts warn that a potential VAT increase could devastate South African households already struggling with rising living costs and mounting debt. The ...

Budget Speech postponed

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2025 Budget speech postponed after tax issue

Godongwana postpones budget speech to March amid controversy over 2% VAT hike

Mayibongwe Maqhina and Ashley Lechman|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's decision to postpone the 2025 Budget has ignited political tensions, with various party leaders expressing their concerns over ...

Finance Minister Godongwana delays Budget speech to March amid row in GNU on 2% VAT hike

Mayibongwe Maqhina and Ashley Lechman|Published

The tabling of South Africa's 2025 Budget has been postponed by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, sparking political debate and concerns over a proposed VAT increase ...

Budget: VAT increase would be carried by the poorest of the poor in South Africa

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's sudden postponement of the Budget Speech sparks market volatility and raises concerns over potential VAT increases. Expert analysis ...

Budget Speech postponed

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It was announced that Godongwana’s Budget speech will be postponed until further notice.

Budget: Tax adjustments, AI implementation, and trade relations under spotlight

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's upcoming Budget Speech is set to address crucial tax adjustments, AI implementation in tax collection, and international trade ...

Budget speech preview: KPMG economist outlines critical expectations

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Frank Blackmore, KPMG’s lead economist told Business Report that many stakeholders, citizens, businesses within South Africa, investors and rating agencies outside ...

Northern Cape entrepreneur bridges digital divide with tech solutions and skills training

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Northern Cape entrepreneur Tsholofelo Nowalaza is driving digital transformation through her company, Sayda Communication, equipping businesses with innovative solutions, ...

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