How financial stress syndrome impacts South African health

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South African seniors are being urged to stay vigilant this festive season, as fraudsters ramp up their efforts to exploit vulnerable citizens during high-spend ...

New index reveals how money stress is crippling South African households

Gary Kayle and Hayley Parry|Published

The newly released 2025 Cumulate Financial Resilience Index – identifying Financial Stress Syndrome as a defining feature of South Africa’s financial health landscape. ...

Movember warning: 1 in 16 South African men will develop prostate cancer

Friedel Kerchhoff|Published

Sanlam's latest health data reveals a disturbing trend: prostate cancer claims doubled in 2024, now accounting for 41% of all male cancer claims in South Africa. ...

Proposed 0% VAT for testing services: why it matters and what vendors need to know

Nicole Perumal|Published

South Africa is set to implement zero-rated VAT for testing services provided to non-residents from April 2026, potentially transforming business opportunities for ...

Advocacy Coalition calls for urgent approval of Maternal Support Grant

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The MSG Advocacy Coalition urges the South African government to expedite the approval of a Maternal Support Grant, aimed at providing financial assistance to pregnant ...

Citadel. South African Manager Of The Year.

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For a company like Citadel, this commitment to clients and partnerships is not just a strategy; it's a core value.

Watch VideoReconnecting South Africans with Their Unclaimed Dividends: The JSE Claim It Campaign

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In a transformative endeavour to reconnect South Africans with their unclaimed dividends, Claim It, a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Johannesburg Stock ...

6 powerful habits that will transform your retirement savings

Andile Jonas|Published

Starting early and being consistent are just two of the six essential habits that can dramatically improve your retirement outcomes. Learn practical strategies that ...

Here’s why you need a financial adviser

Johan Minnie|Published

Only 9% of South Africans use professional financial advisers, yet these households have 9.5 times more investments than those going it alone. Discover why relying ...

How to avoid the Black Friday shopping hangover

Nicola Mawson|Published

Discover how to navigate Black Friday without falling into debt.

5 smart money strategies for South African seniors

Brett Caminsky|Published

As South African retirees embrace 'unretirement' and continue working past traditional retirement age, this article offers five strategic money management tips to ...

The South African retiree's guide to sustainable withdrawal strategies

Kerry King|Published

With rising inflation and market volatility, South African retirees face critical decisions about their retirement withdrawals. Citadel Advisory Partner Kerry King ...

South Africans who worked in UK may qualify for substantial pension payouts

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Thousands of South Africans who previously worked in the UK may be entitled to substantial pension benefits but remain unaware of their eligibility. This little-known ...

As banks close branches, Africa’s unbanked face a digital divide

Ettienne Mostert|Published

The banking industry is clearly moving towards digital-first banking. But this transformation raises an urgent question: how will the 3.9 million unbanked South ...

How BNPL is changing shopping habits

Mark McChlery|Published

Black Friday has evolved into a month-long shopping event in South Africa, with consumers starting their bargain hunting as early as October. With the rise of Buy ...

Woolworths Beauty reports 14.7% growth as Summer Escape returns to Hyde Park

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The return of their exclusive Summer Escape event at Hyde Park showcases the retailer' s strategic pivot toward experience-driven beauty retail while expanding their ...

Rare coins and gold worth millions to go under the hammer at Bassani's Auction

Staff Reporter|Published

Bassani' s Auction House is hosting two major online auctions today featuring rare South African coins, banknotes and investment-grade gold worth up to R10 million. ...

Legal pitfalls of customary marriages: what South Africans need to know

John Manyike|Published

Many South Africans mistakenly believe customary marriages can be ended without formal divorce proceedings. This legal misconception is leading to invalid second ...

What options do you have when your cover exceeds your income?

Karin Mitchelmore|Published

With medical scheme increases outpacing inflation and salary growth in South Africa, many members face difficult decisions about their healthcare coverage. This ...