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With SA’s economy adversely affected by Covid-19, many consumers may find themselves pressured and easily tempted by the promise of extra cash that comes quickly with little or no effort at all. Remember the important saying: ‘If it’s too good to be true, it probably is!’ South Africans need to be sceptical of get-rich-quick schemes which, in the wake of a pandemic and the financial pressures thereof, have proliferated. Although […]
Covid-19 has not only challenged our physical but also our financial health. With South Africa’s lockdown restrictions easing as time goes, the same may not be said about its lasting effects on the economy and South African citizens’ pockets. Absa Money Wellness, every Monday on The Best Drive, will help you navigate your finances successfully with tips on basic money management in order to see us continue the journey to […]
The Competition Commission has referred its first case to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution, in the wake of Covid-19. In a statement, the commission said the first case is for excessive pricing of facial mask by Babelegi Workwear Overall Manufacturers and Industrial supplies CC. "The Commission investigated the complaints and found that during the period 31 January 2020 to 5 March 2020, Babelegi increased its prices of facial masks from […]
Government has denied South African Airways(SAA) a further R10 billion in funding for the business rescue process. Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan has made it clear that government does not have the money to support SAA’s request. In a letter to SAA, Gordhan said government would not support the extension of the foreign currency borrowing limit to permit foreign financing of the business rescue plan. The national carrier was placed […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that additional measures are being developed to provide relief to self-employed individuals and informal businesses during the nationwide lockdown. On Monday he addressed the nation for the first time since the implementation of the lockdown which came into effect on March 26. Ramaphosa spoke about the loss of income of small business owners and informal traders and how they will be assisted during this time. […]
Police have arrested an Ekurhuleni metro police official and a private security guard for the killing of a 41 year old man in Vosloorus. According to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid), the two were nabbed on Sunday for their involvement in the shooting of the man, who was reportedly standing on his veranda during COVID-19 lockdown enforcement operations in the area. It is alleged that officers attempted to arrest […]
Enhle Mbali enters 2020 showing off true Black Girl Magic! The actor turned fashion designer’s luxurious clothing range “Essie Apparel” featured in the most esteemed high-end fashion magazine, Vogue Italia. The fashion line launched in October 2019 and made its debut at SA Fashion Week; showcasing her incredible range of chic and futuristic trendy looks. Ahead of this, we got to marvel at her collaborative work with local designers, Quiteria […]
On October 16, it was brought to our attention via YFM social media platforms that independent contractor, Camagwini Mavovana, appointed as senior content producer, had posted racially discriminatory commentary on her personal social media account relating to a matter of broad public interest. The post in question stated the following: “Nicholas is representing his race well. Amnesia is something they’re good at, especially when they have to take accountability. Let […]
It’s time to shake off winter and get your spring back! The takealot.com Spring-Back Sale is in full swing! Get up to 50% off tech, fitness & nutrition, beauty, camping and more. Download the Takealot App or visit takealot.com and find something you think will help you get out of hibernation mode! Then, voice note us or tweet us a funny story about your WINTER SLUMP and why this product […]
