Yogashen Pillay

Journalist

Nafcoc calls for urgent economic transformation to empower black-owned businesses

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the 60th anniversary of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NAFCOC) in Durban, President Gilbert Mosena emphasised the urgent need ...

Public Works Minister launches infrastructure audit programme to boost resource utilisation

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister Dean Macpherson unveils the Infrastructure Audit Programme at the Public Works & Infrastructure Summit, aiming to enhance compliance and resource utilisation ...

New hope for Newcastle as ArcelorMittal defers long steel business wind down

Yogashen Pillay|Published

ArcelorMittal South Africa announces a six-month deferral of the wind down of its Long Steel Business, bringing hope to the Newcastle community and preserving thousands ...

Major fuel price reductions announced

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe announced significant reductions in petrol and diesel prices effective from April 2, 2025, attributing ...

Minister Mantashe reveals petrol and diesel price reductions in South Africa

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe announces significant reductions in petrol and diesel prices effective from April 2, 2025, attributing ...

Consumer dissatisfaction with financial service providers revealed in FSCA report

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The FSCA's 2025 Complaints Management Industry Review Report reveals significant consumer dissatisfaction with complaint handling processes among financial service ...

South Africa's policy uncertainty index plunges to record low as global and local tensions rise

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The North West University Policy Uncertainty Index for 1Q 2025 indicates a significant rise to 78. 6, reflecting ongoing economic challenges in South Africa. Professor ...

SA Tourism promises to deliver world-class Africa’s Travel Indaba 2025 in Durban

Yogashen Pillay|Published

With just 45 days to go until Africa’s Travel Indaba 2025 in Durban, SA Tourism is gearing up for a world-class event that promises to showcase Africa’s rich tourism ...

Concerns grow over South Africa's Budget consensus ahead of looming deadline

Yogashen Pillay|Published

With the deadline for Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's budget approaching, political tensions escalate as the ANC and DA clash over proposed VAT increases. Experts ...

City, eThekwini Presidential Working Group unpack progress on water, electricity infrastructure challenges

Yogashen Pillay|Published

At the Southern Area Business Forum meeting, eThekwini Municipality and a representative from the Presidential eThekwini Working Group outlined progress being made ...

South African lemons make a grand debut in India for the 2025 citrus season

Yogashen Pillay|Updated

The inaugural shipment of South African lemons has reached Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the growing trade relationship between South Africa and India. ...

SA families face the harsh reality of rising food prices

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The March 2025 household affordability index released by the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group (PMBEJD) indicates that the food basket has increased ...

Core staples in food basket saw price increases in March

Yogashen Pillay|Published

The March 2025 household affordability index released by the ...

Petrol price set to nosedive in April

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Economists forecast a significant decrease in petrol prices for South African motorists in April, driven by a stronger Rand and lower international oil prices.

Agbiz warns of alarming rise in food insecurity despite agricultural export success

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Recent data reveals a troubling rise in food insecurity in South Africa, with the percentage of affected households increasing from 15. 8% in 2019 to 19. 7% in 2023. ...

Eskom warnings

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Experts paap over power supply ahead of winter

SA citrus growers project fluctuations in export figures for 2025

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Citrus Growers of Southern Africa predict a mixed outlook for citrus exports in 2025, with increases in oranges and grapefruit but a decline in lemon exports. Industry ...

Petrol price to take a nosedive in April, economists predict

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Economists forecast a significant decrease in petrol prices for South African motorists in April, driven by a stronger Rand and lower international oil prices.

Eskom’s unexpected load shedding sparks concerns over energy reliability

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts analyse the recent Stage 2 load shedding by Eskom, highlighting the causes and potential solutions to ensure system reliability.

Eskom's additional 800MW from Kusile Unit 6 tipped to bolster SA's energy supply

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom announces the addition of 800 MW to South Africa's energy grid with the operational launch of Kusile Unit 6, marking a significant milestone in the country's ...

Experts warn of winter power woes after latest Eskom setback

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts analyse the recent unexpected load shedding by Eskom, highlighting the causes and potential solutions to ensure system reliability.

Eskom’s unexpected load shedding sparks concerns over energy reliability

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Energy experts analyse the recent Stage 2 load shedding by Eskom, highlighting the causes and potential solutions to ensure system reliability.

Transnet Port terminals unveils plans to enhance Cape Town's Port efficiency

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet Port Terminals is set to enhance operational efficiency at the Cape Town Container Terminal through a significant development programme, including new equipment ...

Transnet Port Terminals lays out ambitious plans for Cape Town's port improvements

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Transnet Port Terminals outlines ambitious plans to enhance the Port of Cape Town's efficiency, including new equipment procurement and capacity expansion initiatives. ...

MPC's decision on interest rates disappoints property sector

Yogashen Pillay|Published

Property groups express disappointment over the SARB's decision to maintain the interest rate at 7. 5%, citing missed opportunities for economic relief and growth. ...