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Africa urged to expand oil refining as SA fuel prices rise

South Africa’s (SA) latest fuel price increase has renewed debate over Africa’s limited internal oil trade and continued dependence on imported petroleum products.

‘Sharp increase in diesel driven by export restrictions from Russia’

The world’s second-largest diesel exporter introduced an export ban in July.

SA publishes 2026 insurance policy benefit increases

South Africa’s (SA) Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, has approved the publication of annual policy benefit increases under the Demarcation Regulations for 2026.

Developing economies need strategic protection to industrialise

Developing countries need temporary protection and active state support to build competitive industries, according to Development Economist Ha-Joon Chang.

Development banks plan fertiliser roadmap to strengthen food security

Multilateral development banks are preparing a coordinated roadmap to strengthen global fertiliser supply chains, protect smallholder farmers and improve food security.

SA retail market shows resilience despite household budget pressures  

Report reveals $19.3 billion FMCG spend in South Africa
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