Despite ongoing economic challenges, there are encouraging signs that South Africa’s economy may be stabilising. Recent reports show improvements in the country’s trade performance, supported by strong exports of precious metals such as gold and platinum. These developments contribute to better economic stability and improved investor confidence. Another positive signal has been improved outlooks from…
Read MoreInterest rates influence nearly every aspect of personal finance. In South Africa, the South African Reserve Bank sets the repo rate, which determines how much it costs banks to borrow money. As of 2026, the repo rate sits around 6.75%, following adjustments intended to balance inflation control with economic growth. These changes have a direct…
Read MoreSouth Africa has recently made an important change to how inflation is managed. The government and the South African Reserve Bank have moved toward a 3% inflation target, replacing the long-standing 3–6% range that guided monetary policy for decades. This change aims to create a more stable economic environment by keeping inflation consistently lower. When…
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