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Petrol price could reach R30 a litre in October 2026
South African motorists could face petrol price increases of up to R3 a litre in October 2026, potentially pushing inland prices close to...
Clicks Group to take control of ARC Store in R507 million deal
Clicks Group is set to increase its stake in premium beauty retailer ARC Store to 61% after agreeing to acquire a further 35.3%...
Petrol price could near R30 a litre in October as fuel projections worsen
South African motorists could face another major fuel price increase in October, with the latest projections putting petrol close to R30 a litre...
Petrol price warning: South Africans face R2-plus hike and record prices in October
South African motorists are facing a brutal October at the pumps, with petrol currently on track to increase by more than R2 a...
Shoprite tests FillRite refills that let shoppers buy essentials from R5
What if you only have R5 for cooking oil, sugar or another household essential instead of enough money for a full-sized pack? Shoprite...
DStv shakes up packages: Here’s what you’ll pay from 17 September
DStv is overhauling its packages for the first time in 15 years, introducing new entertainment and sports options while shifting some of its...
Takealot shoppers now need to spend R750 to qualify for free delivery
Takealot shoppers will have to put a little more into their baskets before qualifying for free delivery after the online retailer increased its...
South Africa Faces Sharp Fuel Price Increases in September 2026
South African motorists face steep fuel price increases in September, with diesel expected to rise by almost R3 per litre. Mid-month data from...
UberX to shut down in South Africa on 1 September
Uber will discontinue its UberX ride category across South Africa on 1 September 2026 after more than 12 years of operation. The company...
Eskom wants an 8.83% electricity price hike from April 2027
South Africans could face another electricity price increase next year, with an average 8.83% Eskom tariff hike proposed for the 2027/2028 financial year....
September 4, 2026