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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...

South Africa’s 20% online gambling tax faces pushback. See how it could impact operators and the betting industry.
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South Africa’s 20% Gambling Tax Sparks Industry Pushback

South Africa’s proposed online gambling tax is facing growing concern, as National Treasury moves to introduce a 20% levy that could push total...

Aions Ventures argues Africa’s SME funding challenge lies in execution failures, payment delays and capital discipline, not a shortage of funding.
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Africa’s SME challenge is execution, not funding

Aions Ventures is urging a rethink of how South Africa approaches small business finance, arguing that the real barrier to growth is not...

South Africans are moving beyond cash savings in 2026. Discover practical investing steps, ETF growth and how to build long-term wealth.
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Smart Investing in 2026: Why Cash Is No Longer Enough

South Africans are increasingly moving beyond traditional savings as economic pressures reshape personal finance decisions nationwide. While the majority of adults now have...

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