Stay informed with our essential overview of the key events and discussions set to shape the week in South Africa—covering developments in parliament, government, international affairs, and the economy.
Monday – 20 October 2025
- DA Media Briefing on BEE Policy
The Democratic Alliance’s leadership, including federal chair Ivan Meyer and head of policy Mat Cuthbert, will address the media on Monday regarding the future of black economic empowerment policy in South Africa. The party plans to propose reforms to the broad-based BEE Act and aims to remove “race-based procurement” from public tenders. DA MP Mathew Cuthbert will also introduce a private member’s bill to overhaul the public procurement framework, a move likely to generate debate with the ANC.
Tuesday- 21 October 2025
- ANC to Challenge Court Order on Bank Accounts
The African National Congress is expected on Tuesday to approach the courts to overturn an order attaching its bank accounts over a debt of more than R85 million owed to Ezulweni Investments. The debt relates to unpaid election campaign materials, including posters and banners, supplied in 2019. The court action follows concerns that the party could face liquidation if the matter is not resolved.
Wednesday- 22 October 2025
- Consumer Price Inflation – September Release
Statistics South Africa will release September consumer price inflation data on Wednesday. Headline CPI is expected to rise by 0.1% month on month, following a 0.1% decline in August. Food prices remain an area of concern; however, economists anticipate that inflation will remain near the lower end of the target band.
Thursday – 23 October 2025
- South African Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Review
The South African Reserve Bank will release its Monetary Policy Review on Thursday. The MPR provides a comprehensive assessment of domestic and global economic developments and explains how these factors influence monetary policy decisions. The review is expected to discuss challenges such as endemic unemployment, global trade disruptions, and low economic growth, while signaling the SARB’s policy stance for the coming months.
Friday – 24 October 2025
- Last Day for Public Comment on Draft Legislation and Policies
Friday marks the final day for public comment on several government policies and draft legislation. Key items open for input include the draft regulations setting the criteria for classifying micro, small, and medium enterprises, the Draft Business Licensing Bill, the Draft Children’s Amendment Bill 2025, the Draft National Corruption Risk and Prevention Framework, and the Immigration Amendment Bill. Public engagement ensures that these policies and laws reflect stakeholder perspectives and support effective implementation.