Tag: National Savings Month

National Savings Month: 5 bad habits sabotaging your savings

National Savings Month often focuses on budgets, finding extra money to put away and the various savings vehicles available to us. But for many South Africans, the biggest obstacle isn’t knowing how or where to save, but rather, the small financial habits that quietly chip away at good intentions month after month. Also see: National Savings […]

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National Savings Month: Why even the best intentions can fail

National Savings Month encourages South Africans to develop healthier saving habits and build greater financial resilience. The initiative is important, but much of the advice assumes consumers have money to save – something that doesn’t reflect the financial reality facing many households Also see: National Savings Month: Why financial resilience has never been more important Research […]

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National Savings Month: Why financial resilience has never been more important

Every July, Savings Month encourages South Africans to put more money aside for the future. It’s an important message, but it also raises an uncomfortable question: how do you save when you’re simply trying to make ends meet? Also see: Smart online money-making ideas for young South Africans The latest available household savings data paints a […]

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National Savings Month: How families can build better money habits

The lunches multiply, the lights and heaters stay on longer, and ‘there’s nothing to do’ becomes the soundtrack of the day. For many South African households, the July school holidays can place added financial pressure on already tight budgets. This can include purchasing winter clothing, managing higher electricity bills and keeping children entertained indoors. Also see: National […]

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