Beyond the Budget: why South Africa needs to incentivise household savings

Hayley Parry|Published

As South Africa awaits the National Budget, financial expert Warren Parry argues that true economic resilience starts with policies that enable citizens to save ...

National Budget: without tax breaks, inflation will quietly push you into a higher tax bracket

Nicola Mawson|Published

While Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is unlikely to announce a dramatic increase in personal income tax rates when he tables the National Budget next Wednesday, ...

Point of view: a night of excellence at the Raging Bull Awards

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Last Friday evening, the Cape Town International Convention Centre shimmered with anticipation as the investment industry gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary ...

FSCA issues public warning against Cuntrade and Trade Market 247 Websites

Staff Reporter|Published

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) warns the public to exercise caution when conducting financial services business with Cuntrade and Trade Market 247. ...

Rustenburg 2026 career pathways: connecting learners to universities, corporates and funding

Staff Reporter|Published

In a bid to curb the youth unemployment crisis, a historic multi-sector career expo is set to confront North West’s challenges head-on by opening doors to diverse, ...

Tuning out global noise: why long-term investing still works

Warren Buys|Published

Will political and policy disruption derail global markets? Is it too late to benefit from structural trends like AI without taking on excessive risk? And should ...

Sanlam Budget Truths study: what South Africans protect when money gets tight

Roxanne Tobias|Published

As Finance Minister Godongwana prepares to deliver the National Budget, Sanlam's survey reveals what ordinary South Africans truly prioritise in their personal budgets. ...

6 ways couples can manage their money, which one is right for you?

Johan Werth|Published

Money doesn’t have to be a trigger in your relationship if you both get on the same page with how to plan, manage and share it, says Johan Werth, Franchise Principal ...

Wealth planning isn’t only for the wealthy

Nontokozo Madonsela|Published

Wealth planning, or in simpler terms, financial advice, is not a luxury. It is essential. It teaches us how to manage our assets, how to spend wisely, how to save ...

Why demonstrable skills are eclipsing traditional CVs

Jeremy Bossenger|Published

The traditional CV is transforming from a standalone hiring tool to just one part of a broader evaluation process. This article explores how dynamic proof of skills, ...

Latest CPI inflation numbers open the door to a possible interest rate cut, economists say

Nicola Mawson|Published

A modest dip in inflation has economists pointing to potential rate relief. While headline numbers look benign, persistent increases in essentials like food and ...

South Africa's insurance breakthrough: why execution trumps strategy in 2026

Jo‑Anne Pohl|Published

The article explores why execution rather than strategy will determine success, offering practical priorities for insurers looking to close protection gaps and build ...

Citadel. South African Manager Of The Year.

Partnered Content|Updated

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 ...

5 questions every parent must ask before choosing an education savings plan

Thato Mahapa|Published

Rising education costs are outpacing inflation by 3% annually, putting pressure on parents' savings plans. Financial expert Thato Mahapa shares five critical questions ...

ANALYSIS | The slow death of prime and what it means for your home loan

Nicola Mawson|Published

Your loan won’t change overnight. But the Reserve Bank’s rethink of the prime rate could gradually reshape how South Africans experience the cost of debt.

Love or deception? Safeguarding against romance scams in February

Manie van Schalkwyk|Published

February sees a spike in romance scams as fraudsters target lonely hearts during Valentine's season. The Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) warns ...

A disputed will, an eviction and some unforgettable last wishes

Nicola Mawson|Published

A High Court fight over a grandmother’s will is just the beginning. Across South Africa, final wishes have included revenge conditions, funeral celebrations and ...

Smart choices: using bonuses wisely in the Two-Pot retirement system

ASI Financial Services|Published

South Africans have already withdrawn over R20 billion from their retirement savings under the new Two-Pot system. As bonus season arrives, learn how timing your ...