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How one entrepreneur designed her financial future
From as early as Cannon remembers, she recalls her grandmother seated behind a sewing machine. Through this influence she was sewing her own aprons and doll dresses by the time she was ten, and by the time she was 16, she started designing and m...
Does being an influencer really pay?
Five years ago, if you’d have told your parents you were becoming a “social media influencer” they would have had any number of reactions, from disappointment to confusion. But this career-stream has grown in leaps and bound...
Inside the car dealership: When is the best time to buy a car?
This week Justmoney discovers the best times to buy a car in South Africa, especially when you are on a budget.
Why tax evasion shouldn’t cross your mind
In recent years the South African Revenue Services (SARS) has seen a decline in tax compliance. Government corruption and lack of tax education have been cited as some of the reasons citizens evade or avoid their taxes.
E-tolls: the fate of the Gauteng motorist
Almost eight years on and the impasse around e-tolls and the associated debt for Gauteng motorists rages on. After an initiative led by President Cyril Ramaphosa to resolve the matter, the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) announced W...
A photographer’s journey into entrepreneurship
This week Justmoney chatted to this 25-year-old to understand what makes her tick, what her thoughts on money management are, and the financial advice she has for other young entrepreneurs.
Travel insurance through medical aid: Is it enough?
Having travel insurance as an added benefit with your medical aid is common practise, but what does it cover and is it enough?
Nedbank Greenbacks not in favour of the consumer
I consider myself a diligent swiper – of my cheque card that is. I always ensure I pay with my card and, where possible, my American Express card. This is not because I’m fussy or flashy, but rather I to earn maximum “Greenb...
How to save for your child’s tertiary education
If you’re about to welcome a child into your home, you may have wondered what his or her future holds. Perhaps you picture your child as a doctor or scientist, or as a creative designer or movie producer. But achieving these dreams comes ...
The cost of sending money home to neighbouring countries
Transferring money home within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) provides vital financial support for many households in neighbouring countries.
Discovery Vitality: The impact it had on my health
It’s nearly 30 degrees outside, but my windows are closed to prevent further wildfire smoke from entering my bedroom. I’m hopping around, squatting and lunging my way into my “cardio zone” so that I can earn 200 point...
Rand runs out of steam in lead-up to budget speech
For all the foreshadowing that was done last week in terms of the two big speeches by the head of states in the United States (US) and South Africa (SA), very little happened as a direct consequence thereof.