Tag: DebtManagement
Tax refunds – how to make your money work harder
Before your South African Revenue Service (SARS) refund disappears into a holiday or shopping spree, consider how that lump sum could change your financial future. Who doesn't love that little ping telling you SARS has just paid your tax refund into your account? Suddenly, Mauritius is calling, and you can already hear the clinking of ice in your cocktail.
Every Rand counts – are your habits costing you?
As millions of South Africans struggle with debt, simple financial habits can improve long-term financial wellbeing. South Africa's household debt burden has climbed to an estimated R2.4 trillion. This places increasing pressure on households already grappling with rising living costs.
Bracing for the record fuel hike – impact on consumer finances
With a catastrophic, record-setting fuel increase on 1 April 2026, South Africans face significant pressure. In fact, many households are already bracing for the record fuel hike. This increase will extend far beyond the forecourt.
The 2026 financial detox – cleaning up the “January Creep”
With the festive season behind us, many South Africans are focused on a reset. We have cleared sugar from our pantries and clutter from our homes. However, one vital area often gets overlooked. It quietly drains both energy and bank accounts. That area is our finances, and it sits at the heart of the 2026 financial detox.
SA’s 2025 MTBPS angles towards fiscal credibility
South Africa’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) is a key mid-year fiscal update that reviews performance against the February Budget. It also reallocates spending where needed and recalibrates priorities for the year ahead.
