Taxpayers may be heading into a “Silent Budget”

The Gauteng Liquor Traders Association (GLTA) is pushing back hard against proposed liquor licence fee increases by the Gauteng Liquor Board, warning that the move could cripple thousands of township-based micro and small businesses. Jongikhaya Kraai, Spokesperson, Gauteng Liquor Traders Association discuss what a sustainable licensing fee look like for…

As the tax year closes on 28 February 2026, there’s one group of South Africans who need to pay particularly close attention, those earning extra income on the side. Tax Expert, Mandilakhe Nontenja helps listeners understand how your hustle affects your tax bill, and how to manage it smartly.

According to the Afrika Tikkun Foundation, nearly five million young South Africans become economically invisible this February as universities reach capacity, job opportunities tighten, and thousands of matriculants and graduates find no clear pathway forward. Dr Nellie Zembe, Group Head: Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning explain s why this happens…

Gugulethu and Telecoms analyst, Dobek Pater take a closer look at the latest developments in South Africa’s telecom sector, following recent results and trading updates from major players. Telkom is expected to report stronger earnings since December, Cell C has released its first results since listing on the JSE, and…

China will implement zero‑tariff treatment for imports from the 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations, starting May 1, 2026, state media reported on Saturday. China will also continue to push for the negotiation and signing of joint economic partnership pacts, and further expand market access for African…