One thing that is undeniable is that an increasing number of South Africans are really feeling the pressures of credit and falling into a debt trap. These financial pressures are making it extremely difficult for many South Africans to get ahead of all their debts. South Africans have a debt […]
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The numbers don’t lie – there’s over R2.5 trillion in personal debt in South Africa right now. Even more staggering is that R70 billion to R100 billion of that belongs to consumers already undergoing debt counselling. According to Benay Sager, Chairperson of the NDCA, South Africa has a world-class debt […]
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As the year wraps up, the festive season comes alive, filled with excitement, family gatherings, and of course, shopping! With Christmas just around the corner, many South Africans are counting down the days to Black Friday – a perfect time to get those holiday gifts sorted without emptying the bank […]
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In September 2024, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) finally delivered some financial relief, cutting its repo rate by 25 basis points (bps) from 8.25% to 8.00%. The rate cut indeed kicked-started a gradual interest rate easing cycle after more than four years without cuts. Although an apparently small adjustment, […]
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The two-pot system is officially live after being signed into law on 1 June 2024 by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The new two-pot system came into effect on the 1st of September 2024, and many South Africans are rushing to reap the benefits – But caution should be used! Previously, we […]
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We’ve seen an increase in debt among South Africans over the past few years, especially during Covid. And with the massive interest hikes on debt, things have gone south for many residents in the past couple of years. There’s some good news and growing relief on the way for struggling […]
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September is a beautiful month for South Africans. It marks the turning of seasons and the celebration of our diverse cultures. We’ve got an entire day set aside to celebrate where we come from and how it connects us. The question many South Africans currently have is how they can […]
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Money plays a big role in impacting our lives. It not only impacts our financial well-being but also our happiness and sense of security. That being said, there are a lot of South Africans that struggle to reach financial freedom. Instead, they are locked in a constant battle with a […]
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Money management is a lifelong journey, but it looks different depending on your age. This is why money management tips are always welcome. No matter whether you are a Baby Boomer about to enter retirement, an overwhelmed Gen Xer trying to balance family and job responsibilities, a striving Millennial, or […]
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South Africa’s economic journey in 2024 has been a challenging one. It has been marked by persistent load shedding, global economic uncertainty, and financial pressures on households. Despite these difficulties, the country’s resilience shone through. Now, we’ve learned that it grew better in the second quarter of 2024 and may […]
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