A vulnerable rand and the likely return of more severe load-shedding are key upside risks to the inflation outlook.
He is expected to stand trial in New York for his alleged role in a $2 billion loan scheme to boost the country’s maritime economy.
"If you want to take a stand, you must include the entire population of South Africa and not just your membership." – Mbazima Shilowa.
New automobile sales are up but exports have taken a downturn, latest economic data shows.
Africa remained the largest market for South Africa's agricultural exports in the first quarter, accounting for 39% in value terms.
Youth unemployment poses significant risk.
Postponement to meet minimum emission standards will allow power utility time to complete repairs at Kusile.
The National Consumer Commission won an appeal against an importer that wanted to relabel non-compliant goods in South Africa.
Plans to have a common currency would require a fiscal union similar to the European Union.
Workers are protesting against the dire state of the economy, crime and corruption.
Downbeat sentiment and concerns about the strength of demand has pushed the Brent crude oil price lower.
Outflows will drop 6% to 2.5 Mt because of the poor performance of the rail line to Richard Bay's coal terminal.
