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First-quarter GDP beat expectations at 0.5%, but household consumption fell to a two-year low, signalling economic headwinds amid rising rates.…
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Pride Month’s R250bn customer test
South Africa’s LGBT+ market is worth at least R250bn a year. The real test for business isn’t the Pride campaign – it’s whether the…
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From cashback rewards to rising tiers, South Africa’s biggest banks promise plenty. But unlocking real value can feel like a part-time job…
Drive new, lose big: why that fresh car smell stinks
That new car feel is exhilarating … ooh, the fresh smell. But it’s costly. Many choose used cars instead, valuing experiences over assets…
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Africa is generating record blockchain deal activity, but its share…
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US and Iran have each asserted that they control the…
