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Sunday, June 8, 2025

From domestic worker to graduate - Ntombizodwa Mahlangu wants to help others

From domestic worker to graduate and published author, if you put your mind to it, you can make your dreams come true.

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Elevated European geopolitical risks spur a re-evaluation of the potential of some segments of the SA property market

Over the last 14 years, South African listed property companies have been investing offshore as a way to diversify from the limited prospects offered by the South African economy.

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Social media influencers are sharing their tricks - for a fee

As a travel vlogger and social media influencer, Christina Galbato got a lot of messages from her online followers. They requested tips for hotels and restaurants, but many sought another kind of advice.

The Washington Post|Published

What you need to know if you are the beneficiary of a trust

Beneficiaries are entitled to a certain amount of information about the trust of which they are a beneficiary and trustees have a duty to disclose that information.

Vernon Pillay|Published

Deaf-owned company celebrates the first 18 staff members to graduate with Corporate MBAs

Deaf-owned company eDeaf is celebrating its first 18 members' successful completion of Corporate MBAs (cCMBAs).

Xolile Mtembu|Published

You have the right to retire comfortably: what you need to know

Sadly, a large portion of our population were financially excluded by the apartheid administration, and so – when it comes to retirement – many of us still lack a clear understanding of our rights.

Vernon Pillay|Published

Q4 2021 Debt Index: Interest rate increases intensify pressure on consumers

Rising interest rates will intensify the pressure on South African consumers to make ends meet, as is already evident by the increase in enquiries for debt counselling.

Vernon Pillay|Published

This is how much time South Africa spends using the internet per day (and per year)

There are currently over 6. 6 billion smartphone users in the world. But how does the time that the average South African spends on their device compare to other countries?

Vernon Pillay|Published

Looking to buy your first home? There is no 'maybe' when it comes to a written offer to purchase

When you find a home you want to buy, the next step is usually to make a written Offer to Purchase which the agent will then present to the seller to accept, reject or make a counter-offer.

Vernon Pillay|Published