Ina Opperman
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WATCH LIVE: Godongwana delivers 2023 budget speech
Godongwana faces a daunting task when he delivers the 2023 budget this afternoon. → Read More
Outsmart the taxman: Here's how to make the most of tax season
You do not want to avoid paying the taxman, but what if you can save a little more tax-free? Here's how. → Read More
Your house's previous owner forgot to tell you about the leaky roof? Here's what to do
It must be one of the biggest problems after moving into a new house - the rainy seasons starts and the roof leaks. → Read More
Protecting your income should be a priority in these uncertain times
It is easy to think that you will never become unable to work or lose your income, but illness or an accident could change your life in an instant. → Read More
Franchise sector also making its voice heard about load shedding
The franchise sector is starting to buckle under the weight of load shedding. Why is government doing nothing to help them? → Read More
Expert tips for job hunters from HR professionals
With so many people looking for a first or new job at the beginning of the year, are there any secrets for job hunters? → Read More
December food basket cost R577,24 more than in 2021
Low-income consumers did not have a good December, with food basket prices continuing to increase to ever-higher levels. → Read More
Economic and political cross currents to hit South Africa in 2023
The South African economy was badly affected by various challenges in 2022 and economists do not expect much better for 2023. → Read More
Load shedding ruins SA's economic good news: Country technically at stage 7
As soon as there is light in the tunnel of the SA economy, something, usually in the form of load shedding, switches it off. → Read More
Nine cybersecurity predictions for 2023 that'll keep business owners up at night
The pandemic did not slow cyber-attacks, but increased them. Are we winning the fight or do we need more cybersecurity? → Read More
South Africans increasingly worried about personal finances
Covid is no longer the biggest worry for South Africans - the unstable global economy is making us lose sleep. → Read More
Consumers must brace for more rate hikes until meaningful inflation decline
Punch-drunk consumers are wondering if some commentators are correct that last week’s repo rate increase reached the peak of increases. → Read More
Your rights if you are suspected of shoplifting
It is important to know what your rights are when you are suspected of shoplifting to ensure that the right procedure is followed. → Read More
LISTEN: How to score on Black Friday, while avoiding the debt trap
Black Friday is almost here and although your credit cards are already breaking a sweat, the experts warn that you must be careful. → Read More
Can global inflation be tamed to 2% despite greenflation?
It is important to keep inflation low to ensure that central banks do not have to increase interest rates dramatically. → Read More
Mental health in the workplace: Is it empowering or rescuing?
Who do you talk to at work when everything becomes to much for you and you fear for your mental health? → Read More
MTBPS: Kganyago urges govt to stick to its debt reduction plan
There are expectations to prioritise economic growth over spending on social relief or public sector wages. → Read More
Quiet quitting – Here’s what the law says, and how it could affect your employment
Employers and employees need to understand the risks attached to quiet quitting. → Read More
Water shedding insurance risks
As if load shedding was not enough, consumers now have to contend with water shedding, which could negatively affect home insurance cover. → Read More
How to kickstart your savings
Very few people have savings, yet we all know how important it is to have something to fall back on. But how do you start? → Read More