Monday, 7 September 2026

Sunbet income rose more than 35% to R1.2 billion, while Sun International reported weaker traditional casino and hospitality performance; Sun City revenue grew after a R400 million refurbishment.

The Health Department rejected compulsory medical-aid membership for formally employed people, warning subsidies could cost the fiscus an additional R34 billion to R35 billion and reduce public-health funding.

South African agricultural exports reached US$7.8 billion in the first half of 2026, up 11% year on year, supported by larger volumes, better prices and improved port performance.

Johannesburg’s economy has grown about 1% annually while city staffing costs rose roughly 9.5% to 10% a year; one in six rand billed is unpaid, worsening infrastructure decline.

Sun International announced a Section 189A consultation affecting four smaller casinos, while reporting first-half revenue of R6.58 billion and nearly 10% growth at Sun City.