Reserve Bank MPC likely to cut repo rate: Economist

Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago speaks during the SA Reserve Bank Financial Stability Forum on 20 June 2025. Independent Economist Elize Kruger says she expects the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee to cut interest rates by 25 basis points when it announces its rate decision this afternoon at 15:00 in Pretoria. Kruger says subdued consumer…

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Congo starts 2025 AFCON campaign with win over Benin in Rabat

Former two-time champions, the Democratic Republic of Congo, have kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with victory over Benin at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. Former two-time champions, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), have kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with victory over Benin at the…

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Middle East tension spoils petrol party in SA for November

The biggest contribution to the increase is the Brent Crude oil price which increased from $72.82 to $75.07 per barrel. This rise is primarily attributed to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving Iran and Israel. New Act swings energy balance in favour of Mantashe policy Lindsey Schutters  2 days Elevated crude…

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