December home break-ins spike 48%: protect your property now

Pedri Reyneke|Published

Rising crime and insurance claims highlight the importance of safeguarding assets before the festive season.

Trustworthy: how trustees should avoid Sars' new administrative penalties

Phia van der Spuy|Published

Sars plans to implement administrative penalties for non-compliant trusts starting in early 2026. With an estimated two-thirds of registered trusts not properly ...

Reserve Bank cuts interest rates by 0.25% as economic prospects improve

Nicola Mawson|Published

The South African Reserve Bank has cut interest rates by 0.25%, bringing the prime rate down to 10.25%. This article examines how this will benefit indebted households, ...

Breaking Barriers: Personal Finance to host financial inclusion event at Wanderers, Johannesburg

Staff Reporter|Published

Personal Finance is hosting a groundbreaking financial inclusion event at Wanderers Stadium on 27 November, featuring industry heavyweights Gary Kayle, Salem Nolubabalo ...

How SA's proposed VAT amendments will transform testing services

Nicole Perumal|Published

South Africa's proposed VAT amendments could eliminate the 15% tax burden on testing services provided to non-residents, creating a competitive advantage for local ...

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 ...

You'll never guess which SA city has become new favourite with first-time homeowners

Nicola Mawson|Published

Despite its reputation for affordability, a house in Bloemfontein is selling for millions. Discover more about this property market.

5 ways to protect your personal finances when your business fails

Shaun Meintjies|Published

Your business is going under, here’s how to protect yourself. This Entrepreneurship Month, Consult financial adviser, Shaun Meintjes shares steps that business owners ...

Black Friday credit spending could ruin your budget, says NFO

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The National Financial Ombud warns South Africans against credit-fuelled Black Friday shopping that could lead to financial hardship. With fraud cases on the rise, ...

Debt relief for the holidays: Interest rate drop leaves more rands in your Christmas stocking

Nicola Mawson|Published

South Africans with debt can breathe a sigh of relief as interest rates drop by 0.25 percentage points. How will this change affect your monthly repayments?

Breaking financial barriers: how South African women are becoming investment leaders

Zihaad Israfil|Published

Zihaad Israfil, CEO of CFI Financial Group South Africa, shares practical guidance on how women can overcome barriers to investing, build financial confidence, and ...

Watch VideoLIVE | Interest rate cut expected as inflation stabilises

Nicola Mawson|Published

Economists predict an interest rate cut as inflation stabilises, with potential savings for homeowners. What does this mean for the South African economy?

Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) overturns High Court decision in FNB estate settlement case

Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa, Emily West and Danielle Goldschagg|Published

The case of FirstRand Bank Limited v Lourina Wilson NO and Another dealt with an appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) which overturned the High Court’s decision ...

Your emergency fund: saving for retirement medical expenses

Pieter Albertyn|Published

Retirement medical costs can bankrupt even the well-prepared. Pieter Albertyn from Momentum Savings explains why a dedicated healthcare savings fund is your financial ...

How effective trade credit management drives business success

Frank Knight|Published

Many businesses treat trade credit as a mere transaction, but when strategically managed, it becomes a powerful competitive advantage. Discover how combining insurance, ...

Rustenburg Trust creates sustainable future beyond mining for 50,000 residents

Thabo Makama and Katleho Thinane|Published

As the Rustenburg Community Development Trust (RCDT) celebrates its 10th anniversary, its community-led approach has transformed mining royalties into sustainable ...

South Africa's inflation rate drops to 3.6%: What it means for consumers

Nicola Mawson|Published

October's inflation rate in South Africa surprises at 3.6%, lower than anticipated, raising questions about its impact on consumer costs.

Sars' R18 Billion surplus: what it means for taxpayers this Christmas

Jashwin Baijoo|Published

Sars has reported an R18 billion tax collection surplus, signalling intensified compliance efforts that could affect taxpayers this festive season.