Articles by Danielle van Wyk
6 Ways junk status will affect you
South Africa was downgraded to junk status yesterday by S&P ratings agency , but what does this really mean for you?
Should you be investing in Capitec?
We take a look at Capitec and assess whether you should be investing with them.
National shutdown- Cape Town speaks out
Against the backdrop of yet another downgrade, as Fitch ratings agency dropped South Africa to junk status, the masses took to the streets of Cape Town in their leg of support of #NationalShutDown.
Metrorail to the rescue as the bus strike hits
As thousands of bus drivers went on strike today as a result of wage disputes, leaving South African commuters stranded, Metrorail stepped in to help passengers get to and from work. The train service both confirmed that they would be honouring ...
Is your retirement income taxed?
Saving for your retirement is important but what happens when you draw your retirement income from the various products you’ve invested in? Does tax apply? We take a look into whether or not your retirement income is indeed taxed.
Internet banking complaints on the rise
The surge of internet banking claims and scams are no secret, this confirmed by the increase in internet banking complaints received by the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBS) last year.
Does installing a tracker reduce your insurance premium?
Installing a tracker can increase the safety of your car and track it in the event of theft and hijacking. But what kind of impact will it have on your insurance premiums?
Bottled water for R1.50 / litre
With the Western Cape dam levels at a reported 23.7%, according to the City of Cape Town. With complaints around the taste odour colour and quality of the tap water, people are increasingly looking at other options. One such option is the refill...
Woolworths: SA’s top supermarket according to consumers
In the latest South African Customer Satisfaction Index (SAcsi) for supermarkets, conducted by Consulta, Woolworths came out tops. The index revealed that regardless of a tough economic climate, customers remain highly satisfied w...
Why would your life insurance claim be rejected?
The notion of life insurance is typically to make sure that your family is taken care of in the event of your death, but what if once you’ve passed on your family’s claim is rejected? Justmoney takes a look at why your insurance co...
OUTA fights against the blocking of license renewals
Known for their defiance against the e-toll system, the Organisation Against Tax Abuse (OUTA), have recently taken on the traffic infringement authorities. This, as a result of them refusing to renew vehicle and drivers licences for those with o...
Does Moody’s really have a choice but to downgrade us?
This month will see South Africa undergoing another ratings review, as ratings agency Moody’s is set to pay the country a visit. Following on the recent two downgrades by fellow agencies Standard & Poor’s (S&P) an...