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Cook the perfect beef bourguignon on a budget
Apart from quality wines and delectable pastries, French cuisine has also given us one of the most popular winter family favourites, beef bourguignon or beef stew. While there may be many versions of this dish that make use of everything from re...
Could you have prevented your car insurance claim being rejected?
It’s a rainy winter’s morning and you’re on the road against your better judgement when there is a loud crash. You’ve been in an accident. The next few moments are filled with questions as you try to collect yourself ...
Groundwater to be prioritised over desalination plants – report
The City of Cape Town should prioritise groundwater extraction over desalination plants in order to diversify its water supply during the current drought.
32% of South Africans do not have a bank account: Here is why
A recent survey focussed on the growth of South African customers who bank with the ‘big five’, but it also pointed out that nearly 32% of South Africans don’t have a bank account at all.
Cruise into your Honeymoon without breaking the bank
Let’s face it - between seating charts and general wedding expenses your wedding day can also be one of the most stressful events to plan. But your honeymoon needn’t be. If sipping on pina coladas aboard a yacht while you’re...
Sassa recipients strike gold as new card is unveiled
The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) recently launched a new gold card which boasts not just new features, but benefits as well.
How to protect yourself in an internship
Most employers abide by regulations and ensure their interns are taken care of. They create a supportive learning environment to help their interns kick off their careers. But not all interns are this lucky; some are taken advantage of, and othe...
New features added to FNB banking app
Last week First National Bank (FNB) launched nav» Money, a new feature within its banking app which will allow clients to better monitor their finances.
How co-working is changing the face of business
Imagine a working environment where digital marketers share the same kitchen space as software developers, lawyers, financial advisors, IT technicians and architects. Imagine the networking opportunities and inspiration that could come from chat...
If you’re an earning millennial, this one’s for you…
Innovative, entitled and overly confident are but some of the stereotypes that people have come to associate with millennials. Well, that and their obsession with artisanal coffee, social media presence and boutique restaurants. But there is so ...
Second-hand vehicles are growing in popularity
Over the last couple years car dealerships started seeing a slow decline in purchases. It seemed South Africans had lost interest in new vehicles and were opting for used vehicles instead.
When the going gets tough – hold on to your insurance cover
The beginning of this week marked a record-high fuel increase that had motorists slamming on the spending brakes. However, one thing that should not be cut back on, is your vehicle insurance and maintenance.