As South Africans head into the Easter break, travel is back on the agenda. But this year, rising fuel prices driven by global geopolitical tensions are reshaping both travel choices and customers’ spending patterns. For travellers, this means one thing: the overall cost of travel is rising, and every line item matters more. Analysis from FNB…
Smart ID services launched at selected FNB branches, expanding to 16 locations by the end of April FNB is proud to announce the launch of its Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Smart ID Card application services at four newly enabled FNB branches. This forms part of a phased national rollout, which will see the service…
Holiday timing sets the stage for a spending uplift across travel and retail FNB expects stronger customer spend over Easter this year, as families take advantage of an early month-long weekend that coincides with the school holidays. The combination of travel, social gatherings, and seasonal shopping is likely to drive increased activity across everyday spending…
Tana Malinga South Africans are bracing for a heavy financial blow as fuel prices are set for a sharp increase this April, with petrol expected to rise by up to R5 per litre and diesel potentially climbing even higher. This surge, driven by global oil instability and a weaker rand, is likely to touch every…
Tana Malinga The Gauteng Provincial Sport and Recreation Indaba 2026, held in Johannesburg, marked a pivotal moment in shaping the future of sport across the province. Convened by the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation in partnership with the Gauteng Sport Confederation, the Indaba brought together over 300 key stakeholders under one roof….
South Africa’s energy landscape is shifting. While power cuts have eased, rising electricity costs are driving increased demand for alternative energy solutions. FNB reports growing interest in solar installations, as households and businesses seek to manage escalating power bills and improve long-term energy resilience. Customer behaviour in the solar and energy storage market has shifted…
By Kabelo Makeke, Head of Personal and Private Banking, Standard Bank South Africa Standard Bank has noted a series of social media videos published by Dr Anele Mngadi Hammond relating to a historic vehicle finance matter concluded in 2018. The dispute related to a valid and enforceable financing agreement to purchase a Ferrari vehicle. In…
Tana Malinga On 26 March 2020, South Africa entered an unprecedented nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of COVID-19. Announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the strict Level 5 restrictions brought the country to a near standstill, empty streets, shuttered businesses, and a population confined indoors. The early days were defined by uncertainty and fear. The…
Additional Johannesburg–Harare rotation available from 27 March to 7 April 2026 FlySafair is pleased to announce the addition of a second daily return flight between OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) and Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (Harare), operating from Friday, 27 March to Monday, 7 April 2026. Tickets are on sale now, with fares starting…
Relocating to a new city or town, whether for a career promotion or the lifestyle shift you’ve been dreaming of making, is a big life chapter – and usually equal parts exciting and daunting. No matter how right the move is for you, the logistical reality of uprooting your life can quickly become overwhelming. This…
