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While well-intentioned, officials worry SA’s R500-million spaza shop fund is vulnerable to looting, and the vultures are already circling …

The Free Market Foundation (FMF) has revealed some sobering statistics about South African workforces and their tax burden in 2025 …

If it weren’t for high-tech preventions, fraudsters in South Africa would have got away with an insane amount of money last year …

South Africans without medical aid are in for a rude awakening if they think they can simply join later in life, warns Discovery …

Here’s why stokvels in 2025 are benefitting from digitisation and it is the banks that are cashing in on the trend …

The Department of Transport has instigated overtime work for staff members to help clear 2025 drivers’ licence backlog. Here’s the latest …

One-year in, is GNU helping South Africa … or are constant rigmaroles within the coalition hindering its efficacy?

We may have dodged VAT increases, but it’s trickier than ever to save money on groceries as retailers face increasing price pressure in 2025 …

Against a backdrop of rising retail margins and producer costs, these six essential food items have experienced easing price pressure …

Despite the rise of digitisation in banking, the majority of South Africans prefer cash and draw their salaries immediately. Here’s why …

New Companies Act amendments clarify when MOI changes take effect. See what’s changed and what your company must update.

The DA and EFF’s victory over VAT increases was truly remarkable, but it’s not the first time budgets have been overturned in court …

As far as SASSA and the VAT freeze go, can above-inflation increases for 2025 be reversed after just one month?

Even with VAT increases off the table, it appears ‘nice-to-haves’ are the first to go to save money in 2025 …

Economists believe any gains from May 2025 VAT increases will be reversed by something called the ‘general equilibrium effect’ …

It’s good news as R500-million informal-trader funding promises to boost the township economy. But there is a compliance catch …

The Western Cape High Court will hear an urgent application today regarding a 2025 VAT increase interdict. Here’s the latest …

It’s good news, for now, as ArcelorMittal SA and its off-again, on-again plight improves thanks to financial support.

2025 Trump tariffs ‘Liberation Day’ has passed. And here’s what the real impact will be on South Africa’s second-largest trading partner …

Consumers warned that on-shelf prices can legally remain unchanged when South Africa’s controversial VAT increase in 2025 goes ahead …

Impending VAT hikes in 2025 have Mzansi looking over their shoulder, but here’s how the experts manage their money in a tough economy …

Despite economic headwinds in 2025, a new initiative promises to create 150 000 new SA car industry jobs in Tshwane …

A R100-billion Transformation Fund is being called-out by SA business as yet another good-intentioned policy that’ll be taken advantage of …

Ford South Africa is the first carmaker to produce the Ranger Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) for global export …

Here are the most effective ways to reduce your 2025 tax contribution so government doesn’t bleed you completely dry …

Residents brace for an April 2025 Eskom electricity tariff increase that’s just one-week away. Here’s how much to budget for …

Discover how the latest POPIA guidance expands direct marketing rules to include phone calls & voice messages. Stay ahead on compliance!

The sale of state-owned property by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) will go ahead at the end of April 2025.

In townships all across the land, stokvels have been thriving for generations, safeguarding members from economic downturn. Here’s how …

If the minister’s budget doesn’t get sufficient backing in parliament, will his above-inflation 2025 SASSA grant increases need to be reversed?

Not all SASSA Childcare Grants in April 2025 will increase at the same rate, but it’s encouraging news nonetheless for needy families …

SASSA Old Age grants in April 2025 have finally been confirmed by the agency. Better still, increases are higher than anticipated …

Agency confirms official April 2025 SASSA grant increases that are lower than those quoted from the Treasury. Here’s by how much …

Explore the pros and cons of buying property in South Africa as an expat, from affordability to economic risks and lifestyle perks.

As per Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s revised Budget Speech, here are the official SASSA grant increases for 2025 …

Immigrant shop owners point the finger at Home Affairs over the dawdling response to the spaza shop registration deadline …

With a revised budget reportedly green-lit behind closed doors, economists explore all possible alternatives to VAT increases in 2025 …

15 478 non-compliant spaza shops face closure, and government reiterates there will be no exceptions/extensions …

Donald Trump has reignited tensions over land expropriation in Africa. And let’s not forget the cautionary tale of our northerly neighbours …

A newly announced project to produce renewable diesel in South Africa will lower the cost of fuel and help the environment. Here’s more …

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London.

Discover a 24-year-old Princess Nthabiseng Baloyi, winner of the TEA Kasi Pitching Challenge 2024. Her poultry farming success inspires Mokopane’s youth and transforms lives.

Create a trustworthy wordmark with the right font. Lowercase serif fonts convey authority, while uppercase sans-serif fonts offer a modern, professional feel.

Parliament shares where to catch the 2025 Budget Speech live, and hints at what we’re likely to hear in the all-important address.

Most large corporations see the African continent as the ‘final frontier’. The last unconquered marketplace, and South Africa as the gateway.

Only government assistance can save ArcelorMittal, South Africa’s largest steel producer. Anything less could be catastrophic …

SANRAL says it’s empathetic to South Africans over 2025 toll tariffs – considering the tough state of the economy – but must raise them regardless …

Gauteng’s property market is rebounding, driven by affordability, buyer demand and economic prospects. Discover key trends and future growth insights.

Recent amendments to the Companies Act simplify share buybacks for private companies, removing procedural hurdles while introducing a new special resolution rule.

These are the cars that drove their makers deep into the red. Most emerged unscathed from their billion-dollar blunders, but one did not …

The National Treasury has revealed just how much money South African taxpayers are forking over annually. The figure will astound you …

Typography influences trust in design. Explore how typography shapes trust, from fonts to spacing, and why magenta is the least trusted color

Much like booze and cigarettes, political parties want to sin-tax gambling winnings in 2025. Here’s the latest …

A private Afrikaans-only university in South Africa has shown remarkable success over the last decade, and hopes to double again in 2025 …

South Africa’s most valuable coin just fetched a record price on auction. Here’s how to check if you’re sitting on a small fortune, too …

Due to an atypical calendar, Janu-worry in 2025 is longer than usual, and it’s taking its toll on everyday South Africans.

Discover 2025 property trends: seller’s markets, lower rates, Gen Z buyers, rental shifts, off-plan rebounds, and more in SA real estate.

We’ve worked out the cheapest province to renew a South African car licence in 2025. The best licencing authorities are a surprise …

Follow these handy tips to maximise the public holidays in 2025 and score one-month off work. Because you’re worth it …

We investigate if your car was more expensive 10-years ago in South Africa, or if manufacturers are losing the battle against inflation …

Discover the power of silent signals with LogoDek’s AI-driven logo-maker, crafting wordmarks that intuitively convey trust, quality, and impact.

It’s ‘no-no-no’ instead of ‘ho-ho-ho’ for the South African Post Office this Christmas, as the treasury rejects another bailout proposal …

It won’t surprise you that despite poor service delivery, South African public servants in 2024 earned 34% higher than private sector …

Following a spate of spaza shop poisonings, the NCC has singled out these non-compliant traders in 2024 as a warning to shoppers …

National gambling board reveals how much the South African betting industry in 2024 is worth. The numbers will shock you …

Gen Z reshapes homebuying with a focus on affordability, preferring sectional titles, mixed-use spaces, sustainability, and co-buying options.

Government hopes to tackle its mounting public wage bill by offering early retirement to South African civil servants. Here’s how it’ll work …

Time is ticking for spaza shop registration in South Africa, but many believe there’s something more sinister behind the ‘unworkable’ process.

In a tough year for the industry, the best banks in South Africa 2024 tracks sentiment from millions of online data points. And the winners are …

A proposed BRICS currency could reshape global financial markets and reduce dependence on the dollar. But there are massive challenges …

Ever wondered how much cashiers at leading supermarkets such as Woolworths and Shoprite get paid? Find out what recent data revealed.

By Black Friday 2025, the landscape of last-mile delivery in South Africa could look very different, say experts …

Explore how font choices impact trust, comparing san serif vs. serif and uppercase vs. lowercase preferences between design professionals and the general public.

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a premier networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London.

Forget flatscreen TVs and PlayStations, we want to know where the best 2024 Black Friday grocery deals can be found. Here’s more …

If you’ve been recently retrenched, here’s how to secure yourself 2025 UIF benefits in South Africa and get back on your feet …

Discover why a wordmark logo is ideal for small businesses seeking professionalism, trust, and brand recognition with simplicity and clarity.

A letter mark logo is a clean, initial-based design ideal for long brand names, boosting recognition and recall. Some popular brands include CNN, HBO, and NASA.

We look at used-car sales data to better understand the cars South Africans want vs. what they can actually afford in a protracted market …

The President holds the highest office in the land, and yet, there’s a South African civil servant earning three-times more. How?

Experts say South Africa’s unemployed population struggles to find work not due to a lack of jobs but a lack of support …

With unemployment running rampant in 2024, here are the top-paying jobs that don’t need a degree in South Africa. Have at it …

In its most radical security upgrade yet, the service introduces SARS eFiling biometric verification. And here’s how it works …

Stats show an increase in fraudulent South African home and car loans going through reputable lenders. And the risk to banks is in the billions …

The Finance Minister’s 2024 mid-term budget statement has been called a ‘reality check’ for South Africa. Here’s why …

Explore Airbnb’s rise in South Africa, especially Cape Town, and discover key strategies to maximize profits in short-term rentals during the festive season.

Create a professional logo in 10 minutes with simple steps! Discover how to analyze trends and use key design tools to make a unique, standout logo.

Captains of industry in the country want the South African UIF under administration for a host of reasons. Here’s the latest …

Many will consider taking personal loans to cover lavish purchases ahead of Black Friday 2024. But experts warn against such practices …

South Africans on Black Friday are a skeptical bunch about savings, especially after the last two years. But there are positive signs …

From SASSA grants to state enterprises, what will be the key talking points in next week’s 2024 Medium-Term Budget Speech?

Local government’s failure to update prepaid meters in South Africa will come to a head one-month from now. Here’s who to call for help …

Multi-generational living is growing in South Africa, driven by economic challenges, cultural factors, and the desire for stronger family bonds.

New points-based system provides a ‘digital oasis’ for remote working in South Africa. Here’s how it’ll work …

The time for individual taxpayers to submit is fast ticking away, as the 2024 tax return deadline ends in mere hours …

Black Friday in 2024 represents the biggest day in shopping in South Africa. And here’s how to get around the unfortunate clash with payday …

Explore how logo colours like red, blue, and green shape brand perception, evoke emotions, and impact your business identity.

There are many nuances to withdrawing two-pot retirement for South African expats. But there’s also a golden window of opportunity …

Retirement in South Africa is seeing billions flowing out of the two-pot system when, in actual fact, residents should be adding to it …

Follow these handy tips to maximise the public holidays in 2025 and score one-month off work. Because you’re worth it …