Professional growth – careers aren’t meant to be linear
We are often taught to think of a successful career as a straight line. Study something, find a job in that field, gain experience, move up, and keep going. But many careers do not always play out this way. This may be more useful than we realise.
R88 billion unclaimed money – who should find the rightful owners?
South Africa's financial system holds an estimated R88 billion belonging to people who don't know they're owed money. Forgotten retirement fund payouts, dormant bank accounts, unpaid insurance proceeds, and unclaimed investment returns make up much of this money. In many cases, people have become untraceable after changing jobs, moving house, changing surnames, or passing away. Their beneficiaries were never told what they were owed.
The Art of Hosting
Food can do more than satisfy hunger. It can bring people together, create memories and turn ordinary moments into meaningful occasions. In The Art of Hosting, South African personality and entrepreneur Louise Volschenk explores this idea through recipes, entertaining advice and personal touches.
Tax practitioner salary ranges – Employment guide
Tax practitioner salaries in South Africa vary depending on experience, professional registration, specialist tax knowledge and whether the individual works for an accounting firm, corporate employer or private practice. Indeed South Africa reports an...
Events management salary ranges – Employment guide
Events management salaries in South Africa vary considerably depending on experience, the type of events being organised, and the level of responsibility involved. Indeed South Africa reported an average event manager salary of approximately...
Four reasons SA Youth belongs in every employer’s recruitment strategy
Every employer needs a reliable supply of people who can serve customers, support growth and develop into tomorrow's experienced workforce. At the same time, millions of young South Africans are ready to work, learn and contribute, yet many remain disconnected from opportunities that could help them build careers and gain experience. For employers, this represents one of the country's greatest untapped talent opportunities.
Diesel refunds – more than just a registration exercise
Businesses claiming diesel refunds may be inclined to view the South African Revenue Service’s (SARS) new diesel refund registration system as little more than an administrative change. However, the reforms signal a far more fundamental shift.
Higher fuel prices pressure the logistics economy
Every litre of fuel consumed on South Africa’s roads reflects the underlying health of the country’s logistics economy. Changes in fuel prices have a far-reaching effect on the country’s supply chain, transport systems and the wider logistics industry. They also affect the pricing of goods on store shelves.
Trust tax compliance – IT3(t) data becomes a critical priority
On 8 September 2026, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) published its 2026 Trust Income Tax Season updates. The updates introduce third-party reporting data to pre-populate information on trusts’ tax returns. This stands out as one of the most significant developments for trust tax compliance.
Virtual assistant job salary ranges – Employment guide
Virtual assistant salaries in South Africa currently average about R8,562 a month according to Indeed, with a reported range from roughly R4,124 to R17,774 a month. Cape Town pays considerably more on average at...
