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Business, corporate and economic news, including company developments, financial matters, business accountability and stories affecting South African consumers.
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Ramathuba: ‘We have weakened government and allowed people to disrespect South Africa’
25 September 2026 | 12:05 POLOKWANE — Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has criticised government officials over what she described as weaknesses in South Africa’s immigration, policing and state procurement systems, saying officials have created conditions in which people can enter the country and allegedly take advantage of the state. Ramathuba made the remarks on…
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Reserve Bank raises policy rate to 7.25% — what the decision means for South Africans
The South African Reserve Bank has raised its policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%. The increase could raise borrowing costs for households and businesses with variable-rate loans, including home loans, vehicle finance and personal loans.