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Condolences pour in after Twine’s death

Condolences continue to pour in after the death of Econometrix director Tony Twine on Monday after a short illness.

Brace for a 33c petrol price hike, say economists

The price of petrol is likely to rise by at least 33c a litre next Wednesday — but the increase could be far higher, say economists.

Huge prospects

Huge prospects, much protest

The jury is still out on mining shale gas: will the economic benefits outweigh the environmental concerns?

A gloomy year for consumers? Quite possibly

There are two strategies to help you cope this year: reduce debt that isn’t productive and keep your nose to the grindstone at work.

Consumer Protection Act hits a roadblock

Consumer Protection Act hits a roadblock

The new CPA has been in effect for more than two weeks, yet among those in the motor industry there is uncertainty.

For whom the tolls erode

For whom the tolls erode

Road development has to be paid for, but many object to the way it is being done.

Getting more out of oil

The dependency on liquid fuels for energy is under the microscope. Government must find ways to get additional benefits.

SA consumers in for a rough ride

SA consumers are in for a rough ride and can expect to be hit by the cost of petrol and electricity and pretty much anything packaged in plastic.

SA legislators seek more Reserve Bank oversight

South African legislators have recommended that Parliament revise laws to give it more oversight over the Reserve Bank, raising concerns of political interference in monetary…

ANC strapped in for bumpy ride

Jacob Zuma makes his first keynote speech as African National Congress (ANC) leader on Saturday amid forecasts his election as head of South Africa’s ruling party will herald the…