18 December 2024
Dollar to Rand
The Dollar to Rand exchange rate is a subject of interest for many South Africans, whether it’s for personal transactions, international travel,...
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Economy
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15 December 2024
What is the Financial Impact Of Load Shedding
Load shedding, a term now deeply ingrained in the daily lives of South Africans, no longer sparks as much surprise as it once did. What ... Read more
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15 December 2024
How Much is the Rand Worth?
As South Africa’s official currency, the Rand (ZAR) holds a pivotal role in the nation’s economy. Beyond its domestic use, it is also recogniz...
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20 October 2024
History of the South African Rand
The South African Rand (ZAR) is the official currency of South Africa and is also accepted in the Common Monetary Area, which includes Lesotho, Namibi...
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15 October 2024
Nigeria vs South Africa
Nigeria and South Africa are two of Africa’s largest and most influential economies, each with distinct strengths and challenges. While Nigeria is k...
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30 July 2024
What Happens When Repo Rate Increases?
When the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) announces an increase in the repo rate, it signals a shift in monetary policy that impacts everyone from Read more
15 December 2024
What is the REPO Rate?
The repo rate, also known as the repurchase rate, is a crucial financial term that plays a pivotal role in the economy, influencing various aspects Read more
1 September 2024
Fuel Price Expectations South Africa
As South Africa grapples with fluctuating fuel price trends, understanding the factors influencing these changes is increasingly important for consume...
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12 September 2024
Jobs in Demand: The Future of South Africa’s Job Market
As South Africa navigates through economic shifts and technological advancements, the job market is evolving rapidly, creating numerous opportunities ...
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3 June 2024
Amazon’s South African Launch: A Slow Start
Amazon’s entry into South Africa has been notably modest. The initial offering is quite limited, intentionally so. Calling it ‘underwhelmi...
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8 October 2024
Could 2024 Be the Year the Rand Regains its Strength?
The rand has faced challenges, experiencing a 9% drop against the US dollar in 2023 and a significant 17% decline over the past two years. ... Read more
8 December 2024
Eskom’s New Stage 16 Load Shedding Schedules are a Complete Nightmare
Stage 12 entails a daunting 24-hour power outage, but the situation is about to worsen… Reports reveal that there are now 16 stages of load Read more
9 December 2024
Is South Africa Heading into a Recession?
In the grand tapestry of global economics, individual nations play roles much like threads, each contributing to the larger picture and affected by th...
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