The recent painful rise in fuel prices follows a long series of increases over the years. A 50-year review reveals that a litre of inland 93-octane petrol cost 21,1c in January 1976, rising to 54,2c in June 1979. The R1 per litre mark was reached in November 1985, increasing to R5 two decades later. Explore the rise in   read more »

Violence against children remains one of the most pervasive yet often hidden challenges affecting societies today. Despite global policy commitments, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children continues across homes, schools, and communities. In South Africa Child Protection Week, observed from 29 May to 5 June 2026, raises awareness about children’s rights and safety while encouraging   read more »

Stats SA published 25 statistical releases in May, with many providing a preliminary snapshot of economic performance in the first quarter (January–March). Business indicators largely upbeat The first quarter of 2026 was mainly positive, with stronger results from mining; wholesale trade sales; motor trade sales; tourist accommodation; restaurants, catering & fast-food; and rail & road   read more »

Earlier in the month, Stats SA reported the notable impact of higher fuel prices on consumer inflation.1 Producers were not spared either, according to data released this week. Manufacturers are also feeling the heat Fuel price increases also affected prices at the factory gate, as measured by the headline producer price index (PPI). The annual   read more »

Thirty years ago, South Africa made a promise. In 1996, the country adopted its Constitution and conducted its first democratic census, committing to count every person equally regardless of race, geography, or circumstance. Over three decades, this promise has been upheld through four national censuses that reflect the transformation of the nation. The Constitution and   read more »

21 May 2026 SADC convenes the Statistics Committee meeting in Cape Town, Invitation to attend and cover the SADC Statistics Committee meeting in Cape Town from 26-28 May 2026. All News Editors / Syndication Editors Statistics South Africa will host the Southern African Development Community (SADC) meeting in Cape Town from 26 to 28 May   read more »

Consumer inflation jumped to 4,0% in April from 3,1% in March, driven mainly by sharp fuel price increases. This is the highest inflation print since August 2024, when the headline rate was 4,4%. The monthly change in the consumer price index (CPI) was 1,1% in April. Fuel prices bite hard Consumers were dealt a painful fuel   read more »

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how quickly a virus can spread across borders and disrupt lives around the world. Thus, the Department of Health in South Africa is on high alert following the discovery of a rare but deadly case of hantavirus in the country. This is after three confirmed passenger deaths on a cruise   read more »

According to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS), South Africa’s working-age population stood at 42,2 million individuals aged 15-64 in the first quarter of 2026, up by 121 000 compared to quarter 4 of 2025. This represents the backbone of South Africa’s economy, yet its true potential is concentrated in a notably young demographic. Of the   read more »

7 May 2026 For Immediate Release                 Total income has gone up Income for the electricity, gas and water supply industry in 2024 was R472,2 billion. Total income increased by 13,3% per annum over the income reported in 2021 (R325,0 billion). Large increases were reported for ‘generation, transmission and distribution of electricity’ (+R121,8 billion) and ‘collection,   read more »