South African salary earners showed surprising resilience in 2025, with the PayInc Net Salary Index remaining above year-ago levels despite tough economic conditions.

The big question now is whether that momentum can be sustained in 2026. Our reporter Lebogang Mabange takes a closer look...

<p>South African salary earners showed surprising resilience in 2025, with the PayInc Net Salary Index remaining above year-ago levels despite tough economic conditions.</p>
<p>The big question now is whether that momentum can be sustained in 2026. Our reporter Lebogang Mabange takes a closer look...</p>