Early moves, big gains: why 25 is a financial sweet spot

Fikile Mbhokota|Published

At 25, you' re at the perfect intersection of youth and earning potential. Discover why starting your investment journey now can lead to exponential wealth growth, ...

Customary wife fails in claim for husband' s R4.5M pension fund benefit

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

A woman who registered her customary marriage posthumously has lost her bid to claim a portion of her late husband' s R4.5 million provident fund death benefit. ...

Sars tax scam alert: verifying legitimate final demand letters

Junaid Bhayla|Published

Sars final demand letters are being fraudulently replicated by scammers targeting South African taxpayers. Learn how to distinguish between legitimate tax notices ...

South Africa' s remote job market recovery: key trends for 2025

Anja Bates|Published

After a significant 13% decline in remote work opportunities during 2023-2024, South Africa is experiencing a gradual rebound with remote vacancies increasing by ...

How to manage your finances with two salaries left before the festive season

Adrian Hope-Bailie|Published

With just two salaries remaining before the festive season, financial expert Adrian Hope-Bailie shares essential tips to help South Africans manage their budgets ...

Words on wealth: how blended families can live in financial harmony

Martin Hesse|Published

Navigating the complex financial landscape of blended families can be challenging. Learn expert strategies for managing child maintenance, shared expenses, estate ...

How your wallet affects your mental health

Nicola Mawson|Published

Nearly 70% of South Africans report that financial pressure significantly affects their mental health, creating a vicious cycle of money worries and psychological ...

Run on numbers: How South Africa' s decline affects its poorest citizens

Corrie Kruger|Published

South Africa's once-proud infrastructure is crumbling under the weight of mismanagement, corruption and political interference, the writer says.

Point of view: why gambling isn' t the answer

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

With South Africans wagering over R1. 14 trillion last year and 36% gambling to cover debts, the financial desperation is real. But as addiction stories mount and ...

Your investment, retirement, and insurance questions answered

PSG (Sponsored content)|Published

PSG answers your investment, retirement, and insurance questions

How young South Africans can overcome financial challenges to save

Victor Bucarizza|Published

How to build financial security when there’s nothing left at month-end.

Tax disputes: why they no longer belong solely to the accounting profession

Willem J. Oberholzer|Published

As Sars becomes increasingly procedural and legally focused in tax enforcement, Willem Oberholzer argues that tax disputes now require both accounting knowledge ...

The rise of blended portfolios among South African investors

Frikkie van Loggerenberg|Published

South African investors are increasingly turning to blended portfolios, combining traditional and alternative investments to navigate today's volatile markets.

Meta shares tips to help older adults avoid online scams

Staff Reporter|Published

Meta has disrupted nearly 8 million scam accounts this year and launched new safety features to protect vulnerable users, especially older adults. Learn about their ...

AI in personal finance: opportunities and ethical challenges

Pedri Reyneke|Published

Understanding how technology is reshaping personal finance while raising new ethical questions.

Hidden danger of under-declaring income: why expats may be more at risk without knowing it

Mbalenhle Mahlaba, Alex Mahundla and Junaid Bhayla|Published

South African expats remain legally obligated to declare worldwide income unless they've formally ceased tax residency. With Sars leveraging global data-sharing ...

Trustworthy: Constitutional Court' s definitive ruling on trustee signatures

Phia van der Spuy|Published

The Constitutional Court has overturned previous rulings on trustee decision-making, clarifying that trust deeds can specify majority decision-making for both internal ...

Expatriates at risk of eFiling access problems

Alex Mahundla|Published

South African expatriates face significant tax compliance risks due to outdated Sars contact details. With enhanced security measures requiring two-factor authentication, ...

Your retirement fund options explained

Alex Odendaal|Published

The Two-Pot Retirement System has changed how South Africans access their retirement savings. This comprehensive guide breaks down the differences between pension ...