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Financial stress driving productivity losses and staff turnover, warns Wealthbit

Ashley Lechman|Published

Four in five South African employees regularly worry about money, with experts warning that financial stress is hurting productivity and increasing staff turnover.

When the contract ends and the bills don't

Nicola Mawson|Published

One freelancer lost about three-quarters of his income overnight. Here is what he did and what the experts say about it.

Sarb says South Africa needs faster, cheaper digital payments before launching a retail CBDC

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Rashad Cassim, Deputy Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, emphasises the need for modernising the country's payment system over the immediate introduction ...

South Africans are finding it easier to talk to AI about their debt

Ashley Lechman|Published

As household debt pressures mount, experts say AI voice agents are helping consumers navigate difficult financial conversations without the embarrassment often associated ...

An open letter to the Minister of Finance on bank fraud accountability

Trudie Broekmann|Published

Consumers are increasingly falling victim to cybercrime through banks, leaving them vulnerable and without recourse. This open letter urges the Minister of Finance ...

COFI Bill: What does it mean for South African consumers?

Hilah Laskov|Published

Discover how the proposed COFI Bill could revolutionise transparency in South Africa's financial sector, requiring institutions to publish their audited financial ...

From trust wars to trust economies: rethinking SA’s cross-border e-commerce trajectory

Dudley Filippa|Published

Discover how the latest Mustang Pay report reveals a pivotal shift in South Africa's e-commerce landscape, moving from aggressive price competition to a trust-driven ...

Digital wallets are reshaping how South Africans pay

Mpho Sadiki|Published

Discover how digital wallets are revolutionising payment methods in South Africa, transforming consumer behaviour and shaping the future of commerce.

The micro-loan is replacing the salary increase for many South Africans

Paul Yon|Published

Explore how South Africa's consumer credit landscape is evolving, as personal loans shift from large purchases to essential survival needs, revealing the challenges ...

More South Africans prioritise debt repayment and savings amid economic pressure

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africans are becoming more cautious with their money as rising fuel prices, electricity tariffs and inflation continue to squeeze household budgets, according ...

South Africa’s next generation is entering the credit market under strain

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa’s youth are borrowing more to survive rising living costs, but experts warn that limited income and high unemployment are creating a fragile financial ...

When a Power of Attorney isn’t enough

Nicola Mawson|Published

A Power of Attorney is less powerful than most families assume – and the window to use it may be shorter than you think.

Are we wasting money on gifts?

Bianca Capazorio|Published

When done well, a physical gift creates a moment of genuine delight. The problem is that for too many brands, merch is a last minute consideration which someone ...

High court rules Bitcoin is capital under SA exchange control laws, orders R6m forfeiture

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

The South Gauteng High Court has ruled that Bitcoin is both capital and money under South Africa's exchange control regulations, a decision that could reshape the ...

From cash to cards: A new era for migrant banking

Partnered Content|Updated

Mama Money relaunches its card with a simple promise: “Now You Can”

All dressed up and deeply in debt

Nicola Mawson|Published

One night, one outfit, one very large bill – and that's before the afterparty. Here's what matric dances really cost and where parents can save.

South African consumers brace for fuel price hikes amid cost-of-living crisis

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African consumers are facing a financial storm as fuel prices are set to rise in May, exacerbating the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and food inflation, with ...

Rising fuel prices spark urgent conversations on workplace flexibility and further interventions

Ashley Lechman|Published

As South Africans face unprecedented fuel and electricity price hikes, the urgent need for workplace flexibility and effective interventions becomes clear. How will ...

Rising cost pressures loom as MPC keeps repo rate unchanged

Ashley Lechman|Updated

As South Africans brace for rising costs and increased financial strain, insights from industry experts reveal a challenging road ahead for consumers facing relentless ...

Watch VideoSA Reserve Bank keeps repo rate steady as global uncertainties rise

Ashley Lechman|Published

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has decided to maintain the repo rate at 6.75%, as Governor Lesetja Kganyago highlights the impact of escalating geopolitical ...