ECNOMICS
Counting the Cost of Losing AGOA: In America, in Jobs in SA, but Not in Beijing
South African workers and American strategic interests will bear the costs of losing AGOA, while Beijing stands to benefit from the fallout.
4.11.2026 |
Greg Mills and Ray Hartley
AGOA Exclusion Is More Symbolic Than Material
The loss of South Africa’s AGOA privileges is more symbolic than material and arises entirely from the refusal of the South African government to heed US concerns on reciprocity and national security.
2.11.2026 |
Staff Writer
Musk Ally Slams SA’s Race Laws for Blocking Free Internet for 2.4 Million Children
An Elon Musk supporter has accused South Africa of sacrificing rural children’s access to free internet to enforce race-based ownership rules.
2.11.2026 |
Staff Writer
South Africa’s Table Grape Harvest Looks Strong, but Trade and Port Challenges Loom
A strong table grape harvest is expected to support South Africa’s agricultural exports, but US tariffs and persistent port inefficiencies threaten the industry’s competitiveness.
2.11.2026 |
Wandile Sihlobo
Is America on the Brink of Another Economic Boom?
The American economy grew by 3.4% in the third quarter of 2026, beating expectations despite trade tensions, expensive energy, and geopolitical instability. With private investment accelerating and quarterly inflation moderating, the United States could be approaching another major economic boom if political developments, geopolitical settlements, and falling energy prices create more favourable conditions for growth in 2027.
30.10.2026 |
Bheki Mahlobo
How to Build a Strategic Plan for Your Future in South Africa
South Africa’s uncertain future does not mean that yours must be uncertain too. A four-quadrant framework developed by The Common Sense offers a practical guide to protecting your wealth, securing your income, choosing where to live, and preparing your children for the future. It is a framework every South African family should consider discussing with their financial, wealth, and estate planning advisers.
30.10.2026 |
News Desk
All Four Bids Fail in South Africa’s First Gas-to-Power Tender
The Department of Electricity and Energy said none of the four bids in South Africa’s first gas-to-power procurement round met mandatory criteria.
29.10.2026 |
News Desk
The Three Events That Could Move Markets in November
Beyond the South African and American elections, November's most consequential event for global markets may be a potential summit between Trump, Xi, and Putin. The meeting could open the way to a sweeping geopolitical settlement that ends the war in Ukraine, eases tensions over Taiwan, and restores stability to the Middle East, triggering a major repricing of global financial markets and signalling a fundamental shift in the international order.
29.10.2026 |
Frans Cronje
Solidarity Says SAA Salaries are in Arrears Again
Solidarity said SAA salaries had fallen into arrears again, with pay also outstanding at SAA Technical, and called for a strategic equity partner for the airline.
28.10.2026 |
Economics Desk
Fitch Holds to its June Debt Forecasts as Low Growth Remains a Problem in SA
Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed its June forecasts for South Africa's government debt following October's Medium-Term Budget, maintaining that weak economic growth will prevent debt from following the sustained downward path projected by the National Treasury.
28.10.2026 |
Bheki Mahlobo
