Articles by Staff Writer

Former Liberty trustee ordered to pay up

4 June 2013 · Staff Writer

Liberty Medical Scheme's former trustee will have to pay back the money he received from the scheme in a 2011 settlement.

Hollard and Discovery scoop FIA awards

3 June 2013 · Staff Writer

There were a few surprise winners at this year’s  Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa (FIA) awards.

Concern over unsecured debt lenders rises

31 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Is it the bank's responsibilty to ensure that consumers don't take on too much unsecured debt?

South Africa is behind other developing countries

30 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Busa expressed concern at the drop in GDP following the release of StatsSA’s latest figures.

Graduates still confident about South Africa

22 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Despite valid concerns, South African graduates still feel generally confident  about the country's economic state.

National Credit Regulator clamps down on debt counsellors

22 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Two debt counsellors had their registrations cancelled by the  National Credit Regulator (NCR) this week.

Eskom wind farm gets the go ahead

20 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Eskom's R2,4 billion Sere wind farm contruction has been approved. The project is one of the first renewable energy initiatives that will ensure more energy capacity in the future.  

The 10 point guide to investing in shares

20 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Being a first-time investor can be exciting and confusing. We speak to the experts to give you some guidlines on how to make the best decisions when investing your money in shares.

Former Fidentia boss gets R150 000 fine

16 May 2013 · Staff Writer

The Financial Services Board (FSB) are disappointed with the R150 000 fine given to former Fidentia boss.

More job shedding while trade unions face a crisis

14 May 2013 · Staff Writer

South africa's economy shed a further 3 220 in April 2013.

More control with tax practitioner registration

13 May 2013 · Staff Writer

Tax practitioners will have to apply for accreditation, and registration as from 1 July 2013.

Tax practitioners to be registered

10 May 2013 · Staff Writer

  The South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) has concerns about the new requirements for tax practitioners.