Although CPI is expected to drop in July, Investec's Annabel Bishop says climate change could hurt South African purse strings in the near future.
National Treasury has published the draft tax law amendment bill for public comment, bringing a host of important tax changes that businesses and individuals need to be aware of.
Business conditions continued to deteriorate in July - and this is likely to lead to further price pressure on households.
Following the partial privatisation of the Durban port, the City of Cape Town wants to implement something similar.
South Africa is set to face a R60 billion economic challenge head-on this August.
New tax laws look to limit the benefits afforded to South Africans who are emigrating.
Economists have eyes on South Africa's trade and budget balances - warning that gaps are widening.
Investec Chief Economist Annabel Bishop says the rand has made some serious gains - and could extend them in the coming months.
Despite the difficult economic environment, South Africans are still flocking to luxury retail.
Credit demand is easing in South Africa thanks to high interest rates - but households are still turning to their credit cards to make it to the end of the month.