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Could South Africa really benefit from a Sovereign Fund?
Earlier this month saw reports from the African National Congress (ANC) that the establishment of a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) could be underway. But is this merely an election ploy? And can South Africa afford it?
Hiker safety on Cape Town’s top trails: 12 life-saving tips
With the recent wave of hiker attacks in Cape Town this year, as seen in January where a hiker was stabbed to death near Boyes drive or March where 11 hikers were held at gunpoint on Duiker island, the focus has been placed on hiker safety.
Old Mutual launches filtration plant to save water
Old Mutual recently launched the first corporate waste-to-drinking-water filtration plant in South Africa at Pinelands.
Value of recycled cardboard decreased since China ban
The recycled cardboard market has dropped by roughly 40% since April, when China started a campaign called Blue Sky 2018 to curb waste smuggling from countries like South Africa. This is according to Kate Stubbs, director of business development...
‘Tiered VAT system’ good alternative to zero-rating goods
South Africa ought to further investigate the benefits of a “tiered VAT system”, as opposed to zero-rating additional items. This is according to Kyle Paulsen, senior tax consultant at Mazars, who believes this could reduce the bur...
4 Things you need before getting a pet – but guess what people always forget
The furry cuddles or pleasurable purring when you come through the door can be enough reason to want to get a pet. But, are you really prepared?
Self-service technologies, retrenchment, and a new future
Internet Solutions announced in July that it intends to simplify its business model through further enabling self-service technology, and reducing the number of hired staff members. This is part of its ongoing plan to implement more automation i...
POPI Compliance may be a ‘last minute scramble’
Following the commencement date of the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act, businesses will have one year to become ‘POPI compliant’. According to the 2017 POPI Act Compliance Survey, which was run by ITWeb, only 21% of t...
Car owners should know how to…
Owning your first car signals an exciting time in your life. From potential road trips to that “new-car-smell’ and having bragging rights to something that is entirely yours. But with rights come responsibilities.
6 Vital Health checks for men under 40
Being on the ‘safe side’ of age 40 can make you feel invincible. Especially if you’re active, have loads of energy and don’t struggle to get up off the sofa. But, is feeling good enough? We look at some of the vital h...
Majority of South Africans terrified of evening strolls – report
South Africa shares the bottom four places with Afghanistan, Gabon, and Venezuela, in terms of feeling safe while walking home at night. Only 31% of South Africans feel safe, as opposed to 40% of Mexicans and Argentinians, and 84% of Canadians a...
Politics impeding SA growth – economist
Too much focus on politics is holding back South Africa’s economy. Kevin Lings, chief economist at Stanlib, said in an interview with Justmoney that investors are reluctant to invest in a country with inconsistent policies.