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FNB has lowered eBucks Level 5 thresholds, restored app engagement points and removed Virtual Card rewards from July 2026.
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FNB Makes Big eBucks Changes Ahead of July 2026 Rollout

FNB has announced major changes to its eBucks Rewards programme, rolling back several unpopular restrictions ahead of the new banking year. Although the...

SARS tax refund payment timeline showing standard payouts, verification and audit timeframes.
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SARS introduces mandatory new border rules for all foreign vehicles entering South Africa

South African Revenue Service has introduced major new customs rules for all foreign-registered vehicles entering or leaving South Africa, with the regulations officially...

Tiger Brands has agreed to sell the Beacon chocolate brand and manufacturing equipment as part of a major business restructuring strategy.
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Tiger Brands sells Beacon chocolate brand after 95 years

Tiger Brands has officially agreed to sell its iconic Beacon chocolate brand as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus...

Fuel pump showing expected South African petrol and diesel price increases
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Confirmed: Fuel price jumps by R1.43 while diesel drops sharply in June 2026

South African motorists are set for another major fuel price shake-up this week, with petrol prices increasing sharply from Wednesday, 3 June 2026,...

Early June 2026 fuel price projections show petrol could increase by over R1 a litre while diesel prices may drop sharply across South Africa.
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June fuel price projections show petrol jump and diesel relief

South African motorists could face another fuel price shock in June 2026, with early projections pointing to petrol price increases of more than...

The South African Reserve Bank has raised interest rates to 7%, increasing pressure on home loans, debt and consumers.
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Reserve Bank hikes interest rates as fuel inflation pressures consumers

South Africans are set to feel renewed financial pressure after the South African Reserve Bank raised interest rates. The South African Reserve Bank’s...

SARS tax refund payment timeline showing standard payouts, verification and audit timeframes.
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SARS denies alleged cyberattack and data breach claims

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has dismissed claims that its systems were breached after an alleged hacker group reportedly claimed responsibility for...

Pepkor plans to launch plusb, a low-cost digital and physical bank targeting underserved South African communities by 2027.
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PEP plans new low-cost digital bank rollout for 2027

Pepkor, the parent company of PEP, is preparing to launch a standalone digital and physical bank in South Africa as competition in the...

Setšong Tea Crafters co-founder Retang Phaahla reflects on winning the Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award and building a heritage-led African tea brand.
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Retang Phaahla on Heritage and building Setšong Tea Crafters

Winning the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award marked a defining moment for Retang Phaahla, CEO and co-founder of Setšong Tea Crafters, a...

Fuel nozzle at a petrol station following the official July 2026 fuel price decrease.
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Petrol Price June 2026: Brace for Price Hikes

South African motorists are set to feel renewed pressure at the pumps after the National Treasury confirmed that the temporary General Fuel Levy...

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