Estate planning essentials: what South Africans need to know about wills

Staff Reporter|Published

Two-thirds of South Africans don't have a will, putting their families at risk. In this expert guide, Sanlam Trust's Senior Legal Adviser answers the most pressing ...

Why South Africans over 45 are spending half their income on repayments

Afua Darko|Published

Middle–upper income earners over 45 are among the most financially stressed, with debt affecting work, health, and family life, says writer.

Words on wealth: you need to protect your ability to earn

Martin Hesse|Published

Most South Africans have only 40% of the disability cover they need, leaving a protection gap of R1.8 million per family. Discover why protecting your earning ability ...

Every single mother in SA needs a financial safety net

Nicola Mawson|Published

With 42.3% of South African households headed by women and child-raising costs reaching R1.6 million, financial planning has become essential for single mothers. ...

Discovery Bank faces R3 million fine from PA for compliance failures, lack of staff training

Edward West|Published

" Discovery Bank has been fined R3 million by the Prudential Authority for failing to report suspicious transactions and inadequate staff training, highlighting ...

Investing in resilient recovery: a vision for 21st-century rehabilitation

Partnered Content|Published

As healthcare challenges grow, discover how Rand Mutual Assurance is leading the way in pioneering rehabilitation solutions that address health equity and community ...

7 steps to improve your credit score

Partnered Content|Published

Find out how to boost your credit score with these seven actionable steps tailored specifically for South Africans aiming for financial stability.

Sephaku Holdings reports mixed results amid cautious optimism in construction sector

Edward West|Published

Sephaku Holdings reports a revenue increase amid a challenging construction environment, with CEO Kenneth Capes outlining cautious optimism and strategic expansions ...

Why outsourcing cleaning services is smarter for your business, budget and operations

Robert Erasmus|Published

Hidden expenses such as statutory contributions, provident fund obligations and mandatory bonuses can add up to 29% on top of the base wage.

South African retailers face cybersecurity storm during peak season

Ashley Lechman|Published

Black Friday, Festive, and Back to School trading periods merged into a three-month peak that placed growing strain on local retailers.

Black Friday Alert: How AI, deepfakes and smart scams trick shoppers

Ashley Lechman|Published

According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners South Africa (ACFE SA), fraud typically spiked during large retail events such as Black Friday — a trend ...

Emotional Intelligence - the real power behind effective business leadership

Roland Innes|Published

Leaders must move beyond simply acknowledging team contributions and actively champion them, cultivating an environment where high trust and high performance are ...

TFG's share buybacks and revenue growth amid declining profits

Edward West|Published

Despite a 5.3% drop in share price and an 18.8% reduction in interim dividend, TFG reports a 12.2% revenue increase, driven by strong online sales and strategic ...

South Africa's medium-term budget: Key insights and expectations for consumers

Ashley Lechman|Published

Tando Ngibe, Senior Manager at Budget Insurance, anticipates crucial revisions in economic growth and inflation forecasts during the MTBPS.

A cleaner future for steelmaking in South Africa

Amit Saini|Published

For every tonne of steel produced, nearly two tonnes of CO₂ are emitted with estimates for South Africa emitting 2.5 metric tonnes of CO₂ per ton of crude steel, ...

Why offshore diversification is essential for SA investors

Adriaan Pask|Published

South African investors face unique challenges in today's volatile market. PSG Wealth's CIO Adriaan Pask explains why offshore diversification is no longer optional ...

The price of loyalty: South African shoppers lost faith in Black Friday hype

Ashley Lechman|Published

Black Friday delivered big sales once again, but experts said consumer trust, not discounts, became the real prize for retailers this year.

Sars takes decisive action against tax defaulters

Jashwin Baijoo|Published

Sars demonstrates its strengthened enforcement powers with the provisional sequestration of a company director owing R155 million in taxes. This case highlights ...

Steenkampskraal: South Africa’s hidden billion-rand opportunity

Dr Nik Eberl|Published

An abandoned mine in Steenkampskraal holds the key to South Africa’s economic resurgence, with rare-earth deposits poised to challenge global supply chains and redefine ...