by Sarah Nicholson | Sep 7, 2026 | Personal Finance Articles
27 ways retailers try to catch you; 10 ways to fight back! WE’VE ALL POPPED INTO A SHOP to buy bread and milk, and found ourselves at the till with a basketful of groceries. However, while we may blame ourselves for shopping impulsively, we are often the...
by Bomikazi Zeka and Romalani Leofo | Aug 18, 2026 | Personal Finance Articles
What stands in their way … and how to overcome it YOU’VE PROBABLY heard the saying, “The rich become richer, while the poor become poorer”. It’s about how uneven financial progress can be. One of the reasons behind financial inequality is the gender pay gap, but the...
by Ester Ochse | Aug 18, 2026 | Personal Finance Articles
Why aren’t salaries lasting a full month anymore? FOR MANY SOUTH AFRICANS, payday brings a brief sense of relief. Within days, debit orders, transport costs, grocery bills, and other essential expenses absorb much of what is available, leaving households stretched...
by Steven Jones | Aug 18, 2026 | Personal Finance Articles
There’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer to this vexing question INVESTING IN THE STOCK MARKET can seem intimidating. Questions such as “Is now the right time to invest?” and “When should I sell my shares?” are among the most common concerns for both new and experienced...
by Sunette Ansara | Jul 22, 2026 | Personal Finance Articles
Your rights and responsibilities when shopping online OVER 70% of South Africans choose where to shop based on special offers. However, with half the population having fallen victim to scams of various kinds, vigilance is crucial. Fittingly, the theme for this year’s...
