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Far more people are withdrawing from two-pot savings for the third time.

Many more people withdrawing from two-pot savings for the third time

Sanlam Corporate data shows that 50% of South Africans are making full withdrawals from their retirement savings when changing jobs

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Banks return R60m, repossessed cars to consumers

The National Financial Ombud of SA's banking division has successfully resolved disputes leading to the refund of over R60m to consumers, with additional measures such as returning repossessed vehicles and debt write-offs.

The report states that the average cost of foods households buy first decreased by R4,18.  The basket decreased from R2,869.26 in August to R2,865.08 in September.

Measly drop in cost of feeding a child a nutritious diet report

It now costs slightly less to feed a child a basic nutritious diet following a (month-on-month) decreased of just R2,51 to R940.62 in September.

Mental health challenges are medical conditions that can impact anyone
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LISTEN | Beyond wealth and degrees: no one is immune from mental illness

A society that thinks wealthy and educated individuals do not battle mental health strongly highlights misperceptions and the lack of understanding of the disorders.

Suspended minister of police Senzo Mchunu and ANC MP Malusi Gigaba face disciplinary action from their party for comments deemed as "de-campaign" against it.

ANC to discipline Gigaba and Mchunu for 'opportunistic assault' on party

The ANC says it will take disciplinary steps against MP Malusi Gigaba and suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu, saying their recent public statements damage the party

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WATCH | Smile or fruit, beware of the emoji you send — especially at work

People need to think about the messages they send with emojis, especially in the workplace, an expert warns.

ANC national spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri. File photo.

ANC slams DA's withdrawal from national dialogue

The ANC says the DA’s withdrawal from the national dialogue speaks to the party’s character of “short-term political expediency”.

Social grants to be increased above inflation – Godongwana

Finance minister Enoch Godongwana says to cushion citizens from the rising cost of living, social grants will be increased above inflation.

Godongwana hikes VAT rate by half-a-percentage point

Government will increase VAT to 16% by the 2026/2027 financial year, finance minister Enoch Godongwana announced during his budget speech on Wednesday.

Troops are expected on the ground  from April 1, even as uncertainty and delays persist in Nelson Mandela Bay

SA flag to fly at half-mast in honour of fallen soldiers

President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered that the national flag be flown at half-mast for a week in honour of the 14 soldiers who died on a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Chief Justice Raymond Zondo receive the list of members of the National Assembly and provincial legislatures from IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya.

Representatives on list of political parties aged between 20 and 79

Ramaphosa is one of 11 people aged 70 and above going to parliament

Minister of higher education Blade Nzimande says Trinity International Bible University which conferred an honorary doctorate to actor Sello Maake kaNcube ( with his wife Pearl Mbewe Maake Kancube standing next to him) is not registered and therefore has no authority to offer any qualifications.

Sello’s PhD from bogus college, Nzimande confirms

Minister says he has become aware of honorary doctorates awarded to some of the country's top celebrities by unregistered Trinity International Bible University

Minister of higher education Blade Nzimande says Trinity International Bible University which conferred an honorary doctorate to actor Sello Maake kaNcube ( with his wife Pearl Mbewe Maake Kancube standing next to him) is not registered and therefore has no authority to offer any qualifications.

Sello’s PhD from bogus college, Nzimande confirms

Minister of higher education Blade Nzimande says Trinity International Bible University which conferred an honorary doctorate to actor Sello Maake kaNcube is not registered and therefore has no authority to offer any qualifications.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - JANUARY 01: A general view of beachgoers enjoying the water on a hot summer's day at Muizenberg Beach on January 01, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. With soaring temperatures to start the new year, thousands of locals and visitors flocked to Cape Town?s Muizenberg Beach beach to enjoy the day. (Photo by Gallo Images/Brenton Geach)

Savvy money moves to start building financial safety net

And just like that the holiday season is over. Going back to reality comes in a package, which includes your finances.