Economy
Hundreds march on Parliament demanding an increase in alcohol tax
“In our communities we have shebeens that operate 24 hours”
News | 18 February 2026
Lesotho welcomes AGOA extension
But the trade agreement with the US is only extended to December
Brief | 4 February 2026
Lights. Camera. But very little action. Why?
Film sector in free fall as government scores own goal
By Nimrod Geva
Opinion | 4 February 2026
Explainer: Why does the rand exchange rate matter
The Reserve Bank points out that inflation is lower thanks to the strength of the rand
Explainer | 30 January 2026
How informal businesses are reduced to rubble
The rules make it almost impossible to run an informal business legally
Analysis | 23 January 2026
Weaving mats for survival in rural KwaZulu-Natal
The Zikhali family have always made traditional mats, but hope their youngest daughter will have other options
Photo Essay | 7 January 2026
Foot-and-mouth disease hits Limpopo
Three recent outbreaks pose a threat to small-scale farmers’ livelihoods
By Thembi Siaga and Maanda Bele
Brief | 18 December 2025
New law will reveal South Africa’s huge pay gaps
Amendments to the Companies Act will oblige companies to disclose the gap between the lowest paid worker and the top executive
Opinion | 11 December 2025
Kouga’s failed R1.4-million mini market project
A mini fresh food and craft market for Hankey never opened
Brief | 8 December 2025