South African homeowners, business owners, and the broader economy can look forward to a significant financial reprieve in 2026, as experts forecast up to three 25-basis-point interest rate cuts throughout the year. Tehilla Niselow spoke to Izak Odendaal, Investment Strategist at Old Mutual Wealth, to discuss the implications of this easing cycle.

South African homeowners, business owners, and the broader economy can look forward to a significant financial reprieve in 2026, as experts forecast up to three 25-basis-point interest rate cuts throughout the year. Tehilla Niselow spoke to Izak Odendaal, Investment Strategist at Old Mutual Wealth, to discuss the implications of this easing cycle.

POWER Business is on every week with Nosipho Radebe, offering a wrap-up of the day’s business news, analysis of market trends and advice on all money-related matters. POWER Business also has a human interest focus, unpacking the nature of the economy and empowerment more broadly.

POWER Business is on every week with Nosipho Radebe, offering a wrap-up of the day&rsquo;s business news, analysis of market trends and advice on all money-related matters. POWER Business also has a human interest focus, unpacking the nature of the economy and empowerment more broadly.

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POWER Business is on every weeknight, offering a wrap-up of the day’s business news, analysis of market trends and advice on all money-related matters. Tehillah Niselow interviews leading CEOs whose businesses are making headlines. POWER Business also has a human interest focus, unpacking the nature of the economy and empowerment more broadly.

POWER Business is on every weeknight, offering a wrap-up of the day&rsquo;s business news, analysis of market trends and advice on all money-related matters. Tehillah Niselow interviews leading CEOs whose businesses are making headlines. POWER Business also has a human interest focus, unpacking the nature of the economy and empowerment more broadly.

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R839 per month win on the cards for South African homeowners in 2026

In 2026, the South African economy is undergoing a structural shift driven by the energy transition, digital transformation, and a massive R1 trillion infrastructure investment plan. The jobs most needed today are those that bridge the gap between traditional industry and the "New Economy." Based on the latest economic data and the 2026 Critical Skills forecasts, Tehilla Niselow spoke to Waldo Krugel  an Economist.  

In 2026, the South African economy is undergoing a structural shift driven by the energy transition, digital transformation, and a massive R1 trillion infrastructure investment plan. The jobs most needed today are those that bridge the gap between traditional industry and the "New Economy." Based on the latest economic data and the 2026 Critical Skills forecasts, Tehilla Niselow spoke to Waldo Krugel&nbsp; an Economist. &nbsp;

Jobs needed by the economy to thrive in 2026 

As of January 2026, South African social grant recipients—specifically the elderly—are facing what advocacy groups call a "humanitarian crisis in slow motion." While the Old Age Grant increased slightly at the start of the 2025/26 financial cycle, the real-world value of this money has been eroded by a surge in the cost of basic needs. Tehilla Niselow spoke to Paseka Letsatsi SASSA Spokesperson.

As of January 2026, South African social grant recipients&mdash;specifically the elderly&mdash;are facing what advocacy groups call a "humanitarian crisis in slow motion." While the Old Age Grant increased slightly at the start of the 2025/26 financial cycle, the real-world value of this money has been eroded by a surge in the cost of basic needs. Tehilla Niselow spoke to Paseka Letsatsi SASSA Spokesperson.

Sassa payments fall short for elderly South Africans amid rising living costs

Discovery Health Medical Scheme members are starting the new year with a financial shock, after being told they must repay thousands of rands following a claims processing error in 2025. Tehilla Niselow spoke to  Mark Hyman - Founder of Medicheck.

Discovery Health Medical Scheme members are starting the new year with a financial shock, after being told they must repay thousands of rands following a claims processing error in 2025. Tehilla Niselow spoke to &nbsp;Mark Hyman - Founder of Medicheck.

R839 per month win on the cards for South African homeowners in 2026

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