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Drought: City of Cape Town won’t switch off water

Drought: City of Cape Town won’t switch off water

23 February 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

Claims circulated earlier this week purported that the City of Cape Town would be switching off water on 29 and 30 March for four hour intervals in order to conserve water. According to the message in circulation, this was the implementation of ...

Justmoney's 2017 savings tips

Justmoney's 2017 savings tips

19 February 2017 · Alina Hardcastle

Sometimes the hardest part about saving is getting started. It can be awfully difficult figuring out simple ways to save money and how to pursue your savings in order to achieve your financial goals. Justmoney offers a savings tips guide to assist you.

Can your car dealership hold you to ransom with vehicle repairs?

Can your car dealership hold you to ransom with vehicle repairs?

13 February 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

The Competition Commission is investigating whether car dealerships have the right to cancel a vehicle’s warranty if repairs are carried out by an unauthorised or non-partner mechanic, or if your insurance company has the right to refuse a claim.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for under R500

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for under R500

2 February 2017 · Alina Hardcastle

Valentine’s Day is around the corner. For those who haven’t, it’s best you start planning something special for that certain someone in your life. And if you’re unsure where to begin, don’t worry Justmoney roun...

DA: Tariff on chicken imports must apply if there’s evidence of dumping

DA: Tariff on chicken imports must apply if there’s evidence of dumping

24 January 2017 · Alina Hardcastle

According to reports, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) called on Trade and Industry Minister, Rob Davies, to impose a 50% tariff on all chicken importers to protect South African poultry farmers and their workers. The Democratic Alliance ...

Eskom interrupts power supply to defaulting municipalities

Eskom interrupts power supply to defaulting municipalities

16 January 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

While the power utility has reached payment agreements with five defaulting municipalities, Eskom will initiate supply interruptions to a number of municipalities in the Free State, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, and North West.

Cape Town water crisis: How bad is it?

Cape Town water crisis: How bad is it?

16 January 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

There are many claims making the rounds regarding the ongoing water crisis in the country. Some of the claims include those stating that Cape Town only has 100 days of water left, with others warning of water-shedding. However, you need not put ...

Contract payment break with MTN

Contract payment break with MTN

9 January 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

If you are struggling with your debt repayments you may be able to apply for a payment ‘holiday’ from certain service providers or companies, which could help you back on your feet. Local cell phone network provider MTN, for instan...

Consumers to feel drought relief

Consumers to feel drought relief

4 January 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

According to reports, the drought that the country suffered in 2016 is over. However, that doesn’t mean that we should dance through our sprinklers for joy just yet as the impact of the drought will still be felt for a while yet...

Fuel price hike for January 2017

Fuel price hike for January 2017

2 January 2017 · Jessica Anne Wood

The year is starting off with a fuel price increase. On Friday, the Department of Energy announced that diesel and petrol prices will increase from 4 January.

Make your money work for you in 2017

Make your money work for you in 2017

18 December 2016 · Alina Hardcastle

With the price of goods constantly rising, it seems almost impossible to save or reduce your budget.  Rita Cool, financial planning consultant at Alexander Forbes, offers tips to help make your Rands stretch in the New Year.

Fuel price hike expected in January

Fuel price hike expected in January

14 December 2016 · Jessica Anne Wood

According to the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), motorists can expect to pay more for fuel in the New Year. This follows from a review of the unaudited mid-month fuel price data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF).