Nearly half of South African(SA) adults are reportedly borrowing money to afford groceries. This is according to FinMark Trust's latest study, the FinScope Consumer South Africa report. The survey results found 40% of consumers are using credit for household necessities, while two out of five individuals have gone without electricity in the past 12 months, due to a lack of affordability.

For more on the statistics, Thami Ngubeni spoke to Lesego Mashigo, head of Financial Inclusion, South Africa at FinMark Trust.

Nearly half of South African(SA) adults are reportedly borrowing money to afford groceries. This is according to FinMark Trust's latest study, the FinScope Consumer South Africa report. The survey results found 40% of consumers are using credit for household necessities, while two out of five individuals have gone without electricity in the past 12 months, due to a lack of affordability.
For more on the statistics, Thami Ngubeni spoke to Lesego Mashigo, head of Financial Inclusion, South Africa at FinMark Trust.

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Nearly half of SA adults borrowing money to afford groceries: Survey

The 18th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa's Western Cape province, is focusing on strategies to unlock gas-to-power opportunities and develop domestic gas markets. The event will also explore ways to mobilise blended finance and private-sector investment, while advancing regulatory certainty and investment readiness. The 2026 Africa Energy Indaba offers a platform for actionable dialogue, moving beyond rhetoric to practical solutions, with energy security, affordability, and economic growth at the heart of Africa's agenda. Thami Ngubeni spoke to Shaun Nel, the director of Energy at DG Capital....

The 18th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba,&nbsp;taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa's Western Cape province, is focusing on strategies to unlock gas-to-power opportunities and develop domestic gas markets. The event will also explore ways to mobilise blended finance and private-sector investment, while advancing regulatory certainty and investment readiness. The 2026 Africa Energy Indaba offers a platform for actionable dialogue, moving beyond rhetoric to practical solutions, with energy security, affordability, and economic growth at the heart of Africa's agenda. Thami Ngubeni spoke to Shaun Nel, the director of Energy at DG Capital....

The 18th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba explores ways to mobilise blended finance and private-sector investment 

The joint bombardment of Iran by Israel and the United States has sent immediate shockwaves through the global economy, with the impact most visible in oil prices. Brent crude surged more than 8% this morning to nearly $80 a barrel, while European natural gas prices spiked by up to 28% amid fears of prolonged supply disruptions. Commentators note that the strike threatens global supply on two fronts: potential disruption to Iranian oil exports and the risk of restricted trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments. Thami Ngubeni spoke to Andre Thomashausen, Professor Emeritus of International Law at Unisa and German Attorney...

The joint bombardment of Iran&nbsp;by Israel and the United States has sent immediate shockwaves through the global economy, with the impact most visible in oil prices. Brent crude surged more than 8% this morning to nearly $80 a barrel, while European natural gas prices spiked by up to 28% amid fears of prolonged supply disruptions. Commentators note that the strike threatens global supply on two fronts: potential disruption to Iranian oil exports and the risk of restricted trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments. Thami Ngubeni spoke to Andre Thomashausen, Professor Emeritus of International Law at Unisa and German Attorney...

Joint bombardment of Iran sends shockwaves through the global economy 

Legal experts believe the latest budget allocation directed to South Africa's Border Management Authority - BMA, will give rise to an increase in already ongoing compliance inspections by the relevant enforcement departments, in order to address illegal immigration and the employment of illegal foreign nationals in South Africa. In this year's budget speech, the country's Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana announce over 61 million US dollars will be allocated to BMA over the medium term to build capacity by filling 738 positions. Thuto Ngobeni reports...

Legal experts believe the latest budget allocation directed to South Africa's Border Management Authority&nbsp;- BMA, will give rise to an increase in already ongoing compliance inspections by the relevant enforcement departments, in order to address illegal immigration and the employment of illegal foreign nationals in South Africa. In this year's budget speech, the country's Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana announce over 61 million US dollars will be allocated to BMA over the medium term to build capacity by filling 738 positions. Thuto Ngobeni reports...

Nearly half of SA adults borrowing money to afford groceries: Survey

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