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In a world where online shopping, lifestyle trends and tempting promotions make it easy to spend money, knowing the difference between needs and wants is an important step towards better financial management. Also see: South Africans rethink spending on DStv, dining out and medical aid Whether you are trying to save for an emergency, pay […]
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As the festive season approaches, households across South Africa are gearing up for family gatherings, school holiday preparations, and well-earned end-of-year celebrations. Also see: How to start an emergency fund on a small salary However, the financial pressure of January, famously known as South Africa’s longest month, often casts a shadow over December joy. By […]
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How do you know if your investments are on track? One way to gauge your progress is by age, making the right moves in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond. A better benchmark is your life stage. Also see: Money smarts start young: When should children start investing? Landmark birthdays can be useful prompts, but they’re […]
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For young South Africans, stepping into the professional world and building lasting wealth can often feel like a steep uphill climb. However, financial experts, leading banking institutions, and economic researchers consistently emphasise that time is a young person’s greatest asset. Also see: The grocery top-up trap: Why ‘just popping in for a few things’ can […]
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Life has become a balancing act of making sure demanding careers, businesses, children, ageing parents, and household responsibilities are taken care of, making “doing it all” more an expectation than an achievement. Also see: The grocery top-up trap: Why ‘just popping in for a few things’ can wreck your monthly budget However, what happens when carrying […]
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Repeated supermarket ‘top-up’ trips could be quietly eating into household budgets, with a financial expert warning that several small shops can be much harder to keep track of than one planned grocery spend. Also see: Grocery shopping mistakes costing South Africans thousands a year Although annual food inflation remained relatively subdued at 1.1% in August 2026, […]
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month, with World Mental Health Day on 10 October. While much of the conversation around money and mental health focuses on financial stress, there’s another, more positive aspect: being in control of your finances can reduce anxiety and foster greater clarity and optimism. Also see: Money smarts start young: When should […]
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Handling work emails, daily tasks, meetings, and briefs can be a job in and of itself. The workday can get very busy, and some important tasks can get lost in the ocean of work you have to handle. Also see: Volkswagen Amarok recall: What South African owners need to know However, a simple system can help […]
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When money is tight, saving for an emergency can feel almost impossible. Rent, groceries, transport, debt repayments and other monthly expenses can quickly consume most of your salary. Also see: How to build an emergency fund: A practical step-by-step guide But building an emergency fund does not necessarily require a large income. Starting with a […]
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Whether you are looking for a job, building a business, freelancing or trying to establish yourself in your industry, your online presence can play an important role in how potential employers, clients and professional contacts see you. Also see: Boosting online presence: The role of AI in modern SEO strategies From your LinkedIn profile to […]
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Frank Kachigumba moved to Greyton from Malawi, and he knows how important it is to stay connected to people back home. On Sunday, 20 September 2026, he was one of the Zeroa agents at Heuwelkroon Park, helping people in the area understand how the Zeroa platform works and how they can use it to send […]
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Choosing a career can feel overwhelming for children, particularly when they are expected to make decisions about subjects, studies and future work while they are still discovering their interests. Parents can play an important role by offering guidance without taking over the decision-making process. Also see: Basetsana Kumalo’s five business lessons for building a career […]
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