Dieketseng Maleke

Content Editor for Personal Finance

Point of view: essential tips for the 2025 Sars tax filing season

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Prepare for the 2025 tax filing season with essential tips and insights from Sars. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, ensure timely submissions, and maximise your ...

Why a medical report isn't enough for disability insurance claims

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Discover the critical differences between employer medical boarding processes and disability insurance criteria as highlighted by the National Financial Ombud Scheme ...

Rising cancer claims highlight health challenges in South Africa

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Sanlam's latest claims data reveals a worrying trend of rising cancer and cardiovascular claims in South Africa, highlighting the impact of lifestyle diseases and ...

Point of view: understanding the impact of eFiling fraud on South African taxpayers

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Discover the troubling findings of the Tax Ombud’s eFiling Profile Hijacking survey, revealing the extent of fraud affecting South African taxpayers and the urgent ...

Point of view: understanding South Africa's healthcare system

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Explore the latest findings from HQA's annual review on South Africa's healthcare system, highlighting progress in diabetes care, vaccination rates, and cancer screening, ...

Navigating South Africa's Budget 2025: key decisions in a stagnant economy

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Explore the challenges and decisions facing South Africa's Budget 2025 as economists debate the implications of fiscal policies amidst a stagnant economy.

Enoch Godongwana proposes inflation-linked fuel levy increase to bolster revenue

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announces an inflation-linked increase in the fuel levy, aiming to raise revenue and support essential public services amid economic ...

Deadline approaches for retirement funds to meet cybersecurity standards

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With the June 2025 deadline looming, South African financial institutions, including retirement funds, must swiftly implement robust cybersecurity measures to comply ...

FNB launches Fincents, a new platform for financial literacy

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FNB has unveiled Fincents, a free financial literacy platform aimed at educating South Africans on money management, debt, and financial planning, addressing the ...

Point of view: the case for lower interest rates

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South Africa faces a dire jobs crisis, with unemployment soaring to 32. 9%. This article argues for a 50 basis point cut in interest rates to stimulate economic ...

The risks of cancelling your insurance during a financial crisis

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In the current economic climate, many policyholders are tempted to cancel their insurance to save money. However, experts warn that this decision could lead to severe ...

Pension funds must comply with PFA information requests, says Muvhango Lukhaimane

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The Pension Funds Adjudicator, Muvhango Lukhaimane, asserts that pension funds must provide requested information without beneficiary consent, clarifying the PFA's ...

Point of view: essential crypto tips for South African consumers

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Discover essential insights into cryptocurrency for South African consumers, including how to spot scams and safeguard your investments.

South Africans increasingly access retirement savings amid financial strain

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South Africans are increasingly withdrawing from their retirement savings pots under the new two-pot system, with many making repeat withdrawals in a short span. ...

How millennial mothers are redefining financial management

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Explore how millennial mothers are transforming their financial strategies amidst rising living costs, utilising fintech tools to ensure their families thrive.

Sanlam's campaign aims to break the silence on money conversations

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Sanlam's Dirtiest Word campaign encourages South Africans to openly discuss personal finance, aiming to break the stigma surrounding money conversations and promote ...

How to spot rising impersonation investment scams in South Africa

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Impersonation investment scams are on the rise in South Africa, with fraudsters exploiting digital anonymity to deceive unsuspecting victims. Learn how to identify ...

Understanding the legacy policy exemption in South African retirement annuities

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Members of pension funds should be aware that legacy policies are exempt from the new two-component benefit system, as clarified by the pension funds adjudicator, ...

Point of view: how to spot and combat fraud

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Explore the alarming rise of SAPS impersonation scams in South Africa, as we delve into the tactics used by fraudsters and the psychological toll on victims.

Point of view: how South Africans are navigating financial challenges according to the SpendTrend25

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Discover how South Africans are adapting to financial pressures in the latest SpendTrend25 report, revealing insights into spending habits, digital payment trends, ...

African Bank Limited faces R700,000 penalty for misleading advertising

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Discover how the FSCA imposed a R700,000 penalty on African Bank Limited for misleading advertising practices that could affect consumer trust in financial institutions. ...

Point of view: Minister Kubayi addresses crisis in South Africa's Master's Offices

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Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi confronts the crisis in South Africa's Master's Offices, revealing alarming dysfunction but also a commitment to reform that could restore ...

Master’s Offices face operational paralysis amid leadership crisis

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Operations at six Master’s Offices in South Africa have come to a standstill due to unfilled leadership positions, raising concerns about service delivery for vulnerable ...

Pension Funds Adjudicator rules against sperm donor’s children in death benefit case

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The Pension Funds Adjudicator has ruled that children conceived through artificial insemination with a sperm donor are not entitled to death benefits, highlighting ...

Point of view: the R60 billion class action against banks

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Discover the shocking reality of South African homeowners facing repossession as banks auction their homes for as little as R100. This article explores the R60 billion ...