Agriculture in the country is experiencing a recovery season for its grain and oilseed production, although some areas may have quality problems
The Reserve Bank’s plan to narrow the inflation target to 3% for stability, lower costs and growth should be positive for households and businesses
South Africa’s food inflation rose to 4.4% in May but this is expected to be temporary
April’s slight uptick suggests that the Reserve Bank will keep the benchmark repo rate at 7.5% next week
The South African Reserve Bank is unlikely to cut interest rates next month, because of inflationary pressures that lie ahead
With inflationary pressures heightened, the Reserve Bank might take a cautionary approach regarding its interest rate decision on Thursday
The South African Reserve Bank has warned of an upside risk to the inflation outlook
Tax bracket over-inflation has led to income inequality and less money for essential services
National minimum wage earners can’t afford sufficient nutritious food to feed their families
Economists expect 2025 inflation to average at 4.5%