South Africa is looking better. Should you bring your money home?

Johan Minnie|Published

Local markets are giving investors reasons for optimism, but that doesn’t mean you should cash in all your offshore chips, says Johan Minnie, CEO of Consult at Momentum. ...

Your lover might die – the bills don’t

Nicola Mawson|Published

The law now recognises unmarried partners' right to maintenance after death – but proving the relationship existed remains the hardest part.

Two-Pot withdrawals could leave you with a higher Sars tax bill

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

South Africans receiving Sars auto-assessments are urged to check them carefully, particularly if they made two-pot retirement withdrawals or earn additional income. ...

How AI helps Sars to stop eFiling fraud

Lucas Molefe|Published

South Africa's tax season brings a sharp rise in phishing scams, eFiling account hijacking and fraud targeting SARS taxpayers. Lucas Molefe, Cybersecurity Expert ...

Understanding the link between financial wellbeing and workplace stress

Avron Urison.|Published

As South Africa observes Employee Wellness Week, 1Life Insurance highlights the critical connection between financial wellbeing and workplace stress, urging organisations ...

Your children might inherit your wealth, but will they know what to do with it?

Shaun Meintjes|Published

Preparing your children for wealth starts long before an actual inheritance – you need to prepare them to manage it with responsibility and perspective, says Shaun ...

How financial jargon is undermining financial inclusion

Michelle Jennings|Published

Complex financial jargon is preventing many South Africans from making informed money decisions. Experts say using plain language can improve financial literacy, ...

Point of view: beware of fake NaTIS traffic fine emails, warns RTMC

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has warned motorists about a phishing scam involving fake traffic fine emails that demand immediate payment. Here's ...

How levies and municipal charges can make or break property affordability

Jonathan Kohler|Published

Buying a sectional title property involves far more than paying the bond. Jonathan Kohler, CEO and Founder of Landsdowne Properties, explains how levies, municipal ...

Cash at home: why many South Africans still avoid formal savings

Buli Ndlovu|Published

Nearly half of South Africans continue to save cash at home despite wider access to banking services, exposing themselves to theft, fire and lost interest, according ...

Liberty study reveals financial strain on mid-career South Africans

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A new Liberty and UCT study reveals that South Africans aged 35 to 55 are increasingly anxious about retirement, job security and rising living costs despite being ...

Rising electricity costs bite harder this winter for SA households

Sherry Sibeko|Published

As winter tightens its grip, South African households are feeling the strain of rising electricity costs, with everyday appliances placing increasing pressure on ...

Understanding the hidden costs of gambling for South Africa's youth

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Explore how South Africa's booming online gambling industry is affecting the financial wellbeing of young people, with experts warning that even small bets can lead ...

How inflated costs can lead to tax fraud: insights from a recent court ruling

Willem J Oberholzer|Published

This article explores a recent South African Tax Court ruling that underscores the importance of substantiating business expenses. It details how inflated costs ...

Young South Africans are buying homes alone, new data shows

Gavin Lomberg|Published

Young South Africans under 35 are increasingly purchasing homes as single applicants, according to ooba Home Loans data, signalling a shift towards earlier homeownership ...

FSCA provisionally withdraws Mixirite licence over client risk concerns

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has provisionally withdrawn the financial services provider licence of Mixirite (Pty) Ltd, citing concerns over alleged ...

Executor loses bid to stop former housekeeper receiving R1.9 million retirement fund payout

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A former housekeeper who worked for her employer for 31 years has secured a R1.9 million retirement fund death benefit after the Pension Funds Adjudicator dismissed ...

Sars improves auto-assessments, but taxpayers warned to check carefully

Andre Bothma|Published

When the 2026 filing season opens tomorrow, millions of South Africans will receive a Sars auto-assessment based on data Sars already holds. Sars has enhanced parts ...

Beat the boredom online: money safety tips for kids (and parents) these school holidays

Audrey Roberts|Published

With the school holidays now underway, South African parents are preparing for a familiar challenge – how to keep their kids safely entertained during long days ...