How Simplified Payments Can Help Businesses Grow
The rise of simplified payments has completely changed the lending industry in South Africa according to Vaughn Hechter, Head of Customer Services at Delter and...
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The Old Mutual Education Trust Mentorship Programme
Aimed at empowering its graduates to reach their full potential and prepare them for the world of work, the Old Mutual Education Trust (OMET) offers...
Smart Ways to Cut The Cost of Staying Healthy
2 April 2025 World Health Day, taking place on Monday 7 April, is a reminder of the importance of caring for our wellbeing. However, with...
The Future of Insurance is Niche: The Rise of Specialised Solutions and the Role of UMAs
The insurance industry is undergoing a transformation, shifting from broad, one-size-fits-all coverage models to niche solutions tailored to specific risks. This movement toward niche insurance...
Don’t Make Two-Pot Your Savings Pot
1 April 2025; Under the new “two-pot” system, the cash in retirement-fund “savings pots” presents a real temptation to fund members, but withdrawing it should...
Billions in Unclaimed Dividends – Are You Owed Money?
Johannesburg, 25 March 2025: Unclaimed dividends in South Africa are currently standing at approximately R4.5 billion. These are dividends you may have forgotten about or...
Add Value To Your Home Without Breaking The Bank
South African house prices have increased marginally, but when adjusted for inflation, they are declining. Despite this, there are cost-effective ways for South African homeowners...
BEYOND THE NUMBERS: WHY WOMEN NEED FINANCIAL PLANNING THAT REFLECTS REAL LIFE
As South Africa prepares to mark International Women’s Day 2025, attention turns to a vital but often overlooked tool for women’s empowerment—financial planning. While managing...
Where South African Consumers Spend and Where They Try to Save
• Study reveals how consumers across different income groups prioritise On average, South African consumers spend 68% of take-home pay to service debt. How they...
The Consequences of Failing to Pay Pension Fund Contributions
Pension fund contributions are not discretionary payments; they are statutory obligations. Employers who fail to comply with these requirements not only prejudice their employees but...