South Africa 22 February 2026

Virgin Atlantic Just Cut Dubai Winter Flights as South Africa Gets the Lift

Virgin Atlantic will suspend its London Heathrow-Dubai flights for winter 2026, removing the route from its schedule between October 26, 2026, and March 27, 2027. Bookings will be updated May 9, with refunds available under Virgin’s policy. The airline will add capacity to South Africa and also suspend its Heathrow-Seattle route for the season. Emirates will continue 42 weekly Heathrow-Dubai flights.

May 6, 2026

Economy·Finance·News·South Africa

JSE Week Ahead: South Africa’s Budget Speech Looms After Friday’s JSE Rally

The FTSE/JSE All Share closed Friday up 0.97% at 123,022, while the Top 40 gained 1.04%. Investors are awaiting Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget speech on Feb. 25. Sibanye Stillwater reported a 2.46 billion rand impairment and raised its dividend. The rand strengthened to 16.08 per dollar as Brent crude rose to $72 a barrel.

February 22, 2026

Woman's Nine-Year Dispute with GIO Suncorp over Roof Repairs and Mould
May 26, 2026, 3:50 PM EDT. Lily has been engaged in a nine-year battle with insurer GIO Suncorp after a truck accident damaged power lines on her street. The insurer's delayed and failed roof repairs led to mould growth in her home, ultimately forcing her to leave. The case highlights challenges in insurance claims and property repair management.