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A real shortage in London, but not a global crisis In mid-October 2025, silver prices hit a record high of around $53 per ounce (roughly R960/oz at current exchange rates), and headlines screamed about shortages. But before you rush to your local dealer or panic about your investments, here's what actually happened, and what it means for South Africans thinking about silver. What Really Happened? Think of it like this: imagine there's plenty of mielie meal in the country, but

What's Going On? Gold prices dropped to their lowest point in three weeks because the United States and China are getting along better. When these two countries aren't fighting over trade issues, investors feel less worried and don't rush to buy gold as a "safety net." Right now, everyone's watching two big events: The Federal Reserve meeting  (the Fed controls interest rates in the U.S.) A possible trade deal  between the U.S. and China The Big Picture Even though gold dropp

The yellow metal just delivered its sharpest one-day tumble in over a decade, leaving many investors wondering whether gold's bull run has finally exhausted itself. But seasoned market watchers know that pullbacks in a long-term uptrend often present the most compelling entry points. Here's why the current correction might actually signal it's time to accumulate. Understanding the Selloff Gold's recent decline isn't mysterious, it's textbook profit-taking after touching recor

Why most gold investments fail. and the three-part system that protects your wealth Gold has always promised security. In South Africa, where economic uncertainty meets a rich mining heritage, the appeal is even stronger. Yet thousands of South Africans lose money every year, not because gold loses value, but because they never actually owned real gold in the first place. The harsh truth: Most losses stem from three preventable mistakes: buying counterfeit coins, trusting unl

Whether you're buying Krugerrands as an investment or building a precious metals collection, understanding the tax implications can save you money and headaches. Here's what every South African buyer and seller needs to know. The VAT Advantage of Gold Krugerrands One of the biggest benefits of buying gold Krugerrands is the VAT exemption . When you purchase intact gold Krugerrand coins "as such," you pay zero VAT  under Section 11(1)(k) of the VAT Act. This is a significant a

There is a moment when the universe conspires to bring together two ancient dreams-the dream of the rider who becomes one with their horse, and the dream of the seeker who follows the glint of gold in the earth. In South Africa, these dreams have always been the same dream. We are honoured to walk alongside the South African Equitation Championships, offering Silver Krugerrands to those who complete their personal journey toward mastery. For what is a Krugerrand but a physica

A milestone driven by record prices, but is it a turning point or just a spike? Gold has crossed a symbolic threshold. At current spot prices hovering around $4,300–$4,380 per ounce, the total value of all above-ground gold now stands at approximately $30 trillion . It's a figure that captures headlines and raises eyebrows, but what does it actually tell us? The Math Behind the Headline The calculation is straightforward, though the inputs carry important caveats: Above-groun

If you live and earn in South Africa, you've probably noticed how the rand's value against the dollar affects everything, from your holiday costs to the price of imported goods. There's a straightforward way to cushion yourself against these currency swings: holding a small amount of gold in your investment portfolio. Understanding Currency Risk in South Africa Currency risk is the loss of purchasing power when the rand weakens against major currencies like the US dollar or e

The Arrival Picture 1652. The Cape shore. A ship's cargo hold opens, and nervous hooves clatter onto African soil for the first time. Nobody at the harbour that day knew they were witnessing the beginning of a love affair that would outlast empires. These weren't just horses, they were living engines of transformation. They carried farmers into the interior. They bore soldiers through wars. They pulled wagons laden with discovery toward gold-veined mountains. And when African

Gold can work as a safety net for your money if you think of it as insurance , not as something that will make you rich. The key is keeping it outside South Africa and not putting too much money into it. Why gold can protect you Protection against a weaker rand Gold prices are set in US dollars worldwide. When the rand gets weaker against the dollar, your gold becomes worth more rands, even if the actual dollar price of gold stays the same. Safety during crises When markets p

A Historic Milestone Gold has shattered expectations in 2025, reaching an unprecedented all-time high of $4,041.90 per ounce on October...

A horse and rider's silhouette gracefully outlined against the golden glow of a sunset. Across centuries and continents, few partnerships...

Gold has reached unprecedented levels in South Africa, with the precious metal now trading at approximately R67,659 per ounce as of...

The Silent Wealth Killer Imagine someone quietly taking money from your retirement fund every single year. That's exactly what high...

Silver prices jumped above R850 per ounce  on Monday, climbing more than 1%—reaching their highest point in 14 years. This dramatic rise...

In 1886, a prospector named George Harrison stumbled upon an outcrop of gold-bearing rock on a ridge called the Witwatersrand. This...

African Mining Market — “Gold street is where South Africa’s mining history goes to die …” (Photo used in article). The discovery of gold...

In this Feb. 5, 2018, file photo, the seal of the Board of Governors of the United States Federal Reserve System is displayed in the...

Between the 1870s and early 1900s, a small group of mining magnates known as the Randlords accumulated extraordinary wealth and power...

In 1886, a discovery on a modest farm would reshape an entire continent. When George Harrison and his companions uncovered gold-bearing...