South Africa's life insurance industry shows resilience with record payouts in 2024
Dieketseng Maleke|Published

South Africa's life insurance industry shows resilience with record payouts in 2024 ...

Point of view: how to protect yourself from investment scams

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Discover the alarming story of Jacques Adriaan Jordaan, an unauthorised financial advisor who deceived many with false promises of high returns. Learn how to protect ...

Agroecology: A policy imperative for sustainable and resilient food systems in SADC

Dr Thulasizwe Mkhabela|Published

Discover how agroecology can revolutionise food security in SADC amidst climate change and socio-economic challenges.

Why life insurance and dread disease cover are essential

Nicola Mawson|Published

Explore the critical role of life insurance and dread disease cover in safeguarding your family's financial future. Understand the importance of transparency in ...

Global stock markets, JSE fall hard as South Africa faces political and economic turmoil

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Global stock markets experienced significant declines on Friday, with the JSE All Share Index dropping 5. 26% due to fears of a global recession stemming from Donald ...

Agentic AI will transform the banking industry, but not without risk

Prejlin Naidoo|Published

Autonomous AI agents holds the potential to revolutionise core banking operations, enhance customer experiences, and fortify financial security, it also carries ...

REVIEW: Regus workspace Willowbridge

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The Regus brand has dominated the global workspace market.

Watch VideoHuawei Mate XT - world’s first tri-fold smartphone drops

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Huawei launches groundbreaking tri-fold smartphone alongside Mate X6 for South African professionals

Why South African banks must improve customer service

Martin Hesse|Published

This article explores the shortcomings of South Africa's major banks in customer service, highlighting personal experiences and industry reports that reveal a need ...

Quick reads for this week

Dieketseng Maleke|Published

PF highlights the quick reads for this week.

The ageing war veteran standing up to Zimbabwe's president

AFP|Published

Blessed Geza, also known as "Bombshell", is attracting a healthy following via straight-talking online pronouncements that are introduced with a Maoist anthem from ...

South Africa's Tau and Lamola outline strategy to urgently tackle new US tariffs

Philippa Larkin|Published

South Africa unveils a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the impact of new US tariffs, aiming to safeguard its industrial base and foster inclusive economic growth ...

Irish school trains thatchers to save iconic roofs

AFP|Published

In a hall in Portnoo students at the Donegal Thatching School clamber over practice roofs under the watchful eye of Brian Lafferty, one of Ireland's last master ...

TikTok must find non-Chinese owner by Saturday to avert US ban

AFP|Published

The hugely popular video-sharing app, which has more than 170 million American users, is under threat from a US law that passed overwhelmingly last year and orders ...

How to choose the right annuity for a secure retirement income

Sherry Tapfuma|Published

Discover how to make informed annuity choices for a secure retirement income. Learn about cash withdrawals, legacy planning, risk appetite, and more to ensure your ...

Grindrod's strategic acquisition bolsters presence amid challenging trading conditions

Edward West|Published

Grindrod’s strategic acquisition at Maputo port marks a decisive moment in its vision to enhance logistics and exports across Africa, despite facing a myriad of ...

Aluminium sector breathes a sigh of relief as US tariffs exempt the critical mineral

Banele Ginindza|Published

The South African aluminium industry appears to have been exempted from US President Trump's sweeping new 30% tariffs, with sector leaders expressing relief as aluminium ...

South Africa faces turbulent economic outlook, rising inflation as US tariffs wreak havoc

Siphelele Dludla|Published

"President Trump's new 30% tariff on South African imports has sent shockwaves through the JSE, causing it to plunge 3. 4%. Economists warn of significant impacts ...

Essential tips for financial fitness before taking a loan

Nasia Seyuba|Published

Discover the essential steps to achieve financial fitness before taking out a loan. Learn how to understand loan terms, assess lenders, and make informed borrowing ...

MTN CEO Ralph Mupita appointed deputy chair of GSMA Board to steer mobile innovation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita has been elected to serve as deputy chair of the GSMA Board of Directors until 2026, bringing his extensive telecommunications experience ...