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Is South Africa too corrupt?

21 May 2015

According to a gloabl survey, South Africa's corruption level is only getting worse. 

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How to stay safe when using public WI-FI

21 May 2015

Public Wi-Fi hotspots in manycases do not have the right protection in place for users.

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Don't waste money on 'get rich quick schemes' - FIA

20 May 2015

The FIA has warned consumers against 'get rich quick schemes', revealing that there is no such thing.

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Beware of fake online job advertisers

20 May 2015

Criminals are quick to take advantage of desperate job seekers by placing fake job adverts online.

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What pensioners actually do with their pension

19 May 2015

We look at what pensioners really spend their money on, and if they can make ends meet in retirement. 

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Could there be a rate hike this week?

19 May 2015

Will the MPC raise the rates on Thursday? 

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Compensation fund claimants are being refused treatment

19 May 2015

The Democratic Alliance are calling for privatisation of the Compensation Fund as the fund struggles to cope with paying claims .

Put your own financial needs first

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Put your own financial needs first

18 May 2015

Most parents would like to give their children everything, which can mean they put their own needs and wants after those of their children.  

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Nissan, Toyota and Honda recall vehicles in South Africa

18 May 2015

Selected Nissan, Toyota and Honda cars arebeing recalled following the discovery of a problem with the cars' airbags inflators.

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How much for your second hand phone?

18 May 2015

How much can you really get for selling your second hand phone? 

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Fewer complaints for long-term ombudsman

18 May 2015

The Treating Customers Fairly principles seem to be paying off, with fewer complaints for long-term insurance. 

How much should you spend on servicing your debt?

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How much should you spend on servicing your debt?

17 May 2015

Debt is a reality for most consumers, particularly in acquiring the big-ticket items such as a house or car. But how much debt is too much debt? And how much of your salary should go towards servicing this debt?