Nokuzola Cossie Trusts have become a buzzword in many social conversations – from YouTubers telling viewers to “buy every asset under a trust” to detractors calling them costly tools reserved for the rich. In an age of easily accessible advice, it can be difficult to decipher whether a trust is a practical tool or an…
“ Netsai Ngidi A reliable payment system is crucial for any business, not just for receiving payments, but for ensuring convenience, trust, and smooth operations. POS devices enable businesses to accept multiple payment methods, manage sales data, and enhance customer service. With so many options available, choosing the right POS device and payment method can…
South Africa’s energy transition is entering a critical phase, according to the latest Energy Market Projections report from Cresco and Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking. The June 2025 update builds on earlier projections from July 2024, incorporating substantial changes following November’s draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP2024), which SANEDI remodelled using a multi-nodal approach. Cresco updates its…
As National Insurance Awareness Day approaches on 28 June, Budget Insurance is sounding the alarm: nearly 1 in 3 South Africans who submitted claims after household break-ins in the past year were not adequately insured, often discovering painful gaps in their cover when it was already too late. And while this points to household cover,…
Gold has always held a unique place in the global financial system. It doesn’t generate income or pay dividends, but when inflation spikes, markets turn volatile or currencies weaken, gold can almost always be relied on to buck the trend and rise to the occasion. In 2025, this pattern has been repeating itself. Gold has…
The challenge of illicit financial flows (IFF) continues to undermine the future of Africa. This concerning issue hampers our ability to adequately fund education, healthcare, and critical development projects that are essential for lifting our people out of poverty and fostering sustainable economic growth. As business leaders, politicians, academics, and citizens, we cannot sit back….
Consumer spending began 2Q25 on a strong note, with retail sales rising by 5.1% y/y in April—up from a revised 1.2% in March (previously 1.5%), and significantly above market expectations of a 3.1% increase. On a monthly basis, retail volumes rebounded by 0.9%, following a 0.3% decline in March. Despite April’s strong performance, retail activity…
FNB welcomes the release of the 2024 National Financial Ombud Scheme Banking Report which shows that the Bank has improved year-on-year across key metrics. According to the report, FNB achieved significant reductions in formal complaints (10%) and premature complaints (12%) lodged against the bank at the National Financial Ombud (NFO) in 2024. Furthermore, with an…
Staying active during the colder months can be challenging if you don’t love running in the dark after work or getting up early in the freezing cold to go to gym. There’s a wide range of Android apps that help you to stick to your goals in the winter months. TCL recommends some of the…
Mzansi is scoring again with HONOR’s AI- centered focus on Camera tech Unveiled at Kyalami Racecourse, the new HONOR 400 and HONOR 400 Pro smartphones are built for speed, action and the kind of detail South African sports fans crave. Whether you’re tracking a match-winning header from the stands or snapping your child’s goal from across the…
